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South Carolina Adds French Pro Alicia Tournebize, Eligible to Play After Break

The 18-year-old leaves Tango Bourges to bolster a short rotation before SEC play.

Overview

  • South Carolina announced Tournebize will enroll for the Spring 2026 semester after the holidays, making her eligible to play this season.
  • Tango Bourges Basket confirmed her departure, praising her progression and maturity in a club statement.
  • Head coach Dawn Staley highlighted her touch around the rim, shooting range to the 3-point line, and shot-blocking in the team’s release.
  • Staff expect a gradual integration into the frontcourt rotation, a timely boost for a team ranked near the bottom nationally in bench scoring and opening SEC play on Jan. 1.
  • Staley signaled that Tournebize stands 6-foot-7 following earlier reports listing her at 6-foot-4, as attention also centers on her in-game dunks and U18 EuroBasket production.