Jordan Lee transferring to South Carolina, Dawn Staley from Texas, per report

The 6-foot guard averaged 13.2 points, 2.5 assists and 2.5 rebounds per game for the Longhorns.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 12:36am

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Jordan Lee is transferring to South Carolina women's basketball and Dawn Staley's program after two seasons at Texas, according to a report. Lee, a 6-foot guard, averaged 13.2 points, 2.5 assists and 2.5 rebounds per game for the Longhorns.

Why it matters

This is the first transfer portal addition for coach Dawn Staley in this offseason recruiting cycle. Lee's addition gives Staley more size and shooting in the backcourt, as the Gamecocks look to reload after losing standout guard Ta'Niya Latson.

The details

Lee visited Columbia on April 14, along with 2026 recruit Olivyah Edwards. Texas and South Carolina have played seven times in the last two seasons, with the Gamecocks going 4-3 since 2024-25 but 1-2 this season, including a loss in the SEC Tournament championship. Lee averaged 8.7 points against Staley's team.

  • Jordan Lee visited Columbia on April 14.
  • Texas and South Carolina have played seven times in the last two seasons.

The players

Jordan Lee

A 6-foot guard who averaged 13.2 points, 2.5 assists and 2.5 rebounds per game for Texas.

Dawn Staley

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

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What’s next

Lee's addition gives Staley more size and shooting in the backcourt as the Gamecocks look to reload after losing standout guard Ta'Niya Latson.

The takeaway

Jordan Lee's transfer to South Carolina and Dawn Staley's program is a significant addition that will bolster the Gamecocks' backcourt as they aim to compete for another SEC title and national championship.