Overview
- South Carolina opened the 2025–26 season with a 94–54 home win over Grand Canyon.
- Florida State transfer Ta’Niya Latson scored 20 points on 7-of-10 shooting, and Raven Johnson added 11 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists.
- During the game, the program announced it will face Maryland in Paris to open the 2026–27 season on Nov. 2, 2026.
- Staley reiterated that the No. 2 Gamecocks are still searching for an identity after offseason changes and Chloe Kitts’ ACL injury.
- South Carolina next hosts Bowling Green as early nonconference games serve to build rhythm and chemistry.