South Carolina's Joyce Edwards records 10th career double-double

Gamecocks star forward had 23 points and 12 rebounds in win over Alabama

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›

South Carolina women's basketball sophomore forward Joyce Edwards recorded her 10th career double-double in the team's 83-57 victory over Alabama. Edwards finished the game with 23 points and 12 rebounds, continuing her strong play against the Crimson Tide this season.

Why it matters

Edwards is a critical piece of the Gamecocks' offense, averaging 20 points per game. Her ability to score and rebound has been a big factor in South Carolina's success this season as they chase the SEC regular season championship.

The details

Edwards hasn't scored less than 21 points in each of the three times she's played Alabama this season. In the latest win, she exposed Alabama's lack of post presence, as the Gamecocks scored 44 points in the paint compared to 20 for the Crimson Tide. Edwards, along with teammate Madina Okot, combined for 8 offensive rebounds.

  • On Feb. 19, Edwards recorded her 10th career double-double in the win over Alabama.
  • On Jan. 1, Edwards had a game-high 25 points against Alabama.

The players

Joyce Edwards

A sophomore forward for the South Carolina women's basketball team who is averaging 20 points per game this season.

Dawn Staley

The head coach of the South Carolina women's basketball team.

Madina Okot

A South Carolina women's basketball player who had 16 points and 16 rebounds in the win over Alabama.

Got photos? Submit your photos here. ›

What they’re saying

“Joyce shoots herself out of a cannon all the time. She plays fairly quickly, I think her athleticism and her quickness give her an advantage to shoot the ball, drive past people or posting up. I thought we did a great job finding her, especially when she had two feet in the paint.”

— Dawn Staley, Head Coach, South Carolina Women's Basketball (greenvilleonline.com)

“I think the floor opens up for her for some reason. (Alabama) does some switching, they plan some zone. I think Joyce does a lot of studying film, I think she sees the gaps and what is presented to her, and she takes what the defense gives her.”

— Dawn Staley, Head Coach, South Carolina Women's Basketball (greenvilleonline.com)

“I liked her aggressiveness rebounding the basketball. I think she needs to take that and be a lot more consistent when rebounding the ball because we're a different basketball team when she brings that element to the game.”

— Dawn Staley, Head Coach, South Carolina Women's Basketball (greenvilleonline.com)

What’s next

South Carolina will next face No. 17 Ole Miss on Feb. 22, in a game that will be broadcast on ESPN. Ole Miss is 21st in the country in offensive rebounds per game, so rebounding will be a key focus for the Gamecocks.

The takeaway

Joyce Edwards' dominant performances against Alabama this season have been a major factor in South Carolina's success. Her ability to score and rebound makes her a critical piece of the Gamecocks' offense, and if she can bring that same level of aggression and consistency on the boards, it will make South Carolina an even tougher team to beat.