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South Carolina Women's Basketball Faces Injury Questions Ahead of Lady Vols Game
Head coach Dawn Staley remains tight-lipped on the status of three key starters
Feb. 6, 2026 at 5:07pm
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The South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball team is facing injury concerns with three of their starting guards ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Tennessee Lady Volunteers. Head coach Dawn Staley has been coy about providing updates on the players' status, leaving their availability up in the air.
Why it matters
South Carolina is currently ranked No. 1 in the nation and is expected to be a top contender for the NCAA championship this season. The health of their starting backcourt will be crucial in their ability to compete against tough opponents like Tennessee, who are also a highly ranked team.
The details
Staley has confirmed that star guard Ta'Niya Latson is "questionable" for the game against Tennessee on February 12th. Two other starting guards, whose identities were not disclosed, are also dealing with unspecified injuries. Staley has been intentionally vague about their status, saying they are "definitely out two days out" but "everybody's full go for right now".
- The South Carolina Gamecocks are scheduled to play the Tennessee Lady Volunteers on February 12th.
- On February 5th, head coach Dawn Staley provided an update on the injured players' status.
The players
Dawn Staley
The head coach of the South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball team.
Ta'Niya Latson
A star guard for the South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball team who is currently dealing with an injury.
What they’re saying
“Definitely out two days out, everybody's full go for right now”
— Dawn Staley, Head Coach
What’s next
The South Carolina Gamecocks and Tennessee Lady Volunteers are scheduled to play on February 12th. The availability of South Carolina's injured guards will be a major storyline leading up to the game.
The takeaway
Injuries to key players can have a major impact on a team's performance, especially when facing a tough opponent. South Carolina's ability to get their starting backcourt healthy will be crucial in determining the outcome of their matchup against Tennessee.
