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South Carolina’s Chloe Kitts Tears ACL, Will Miss 2025–26 Season

South Carolina will rework its frontcourt rotation, with surgery for Kitts set this week.

Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Chloe Kitts (21) shoots against the Texas Longhorns during the first half in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Apr 4, 2025; Tampa, FL, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Chloe Kitts (21) high fives teammate on the bench during the fourth quarter in a semifinal of the women's 2025 NCAA tournament against the Texas Longhorns at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Mar 23, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Chloe Kitts (21) shoots against the Indiana Hoosiers in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • South Carolina confirmed the senior forward tore the ACL in her right knee and will sit out the entire season, with surgery expected this week.
  • The injury happened during a recent practice, and Kitts said she will lead and support the team from the sidelines.
  • Kitts started 38 games last season, averaging 10.2 points and 7.7 rebounds, and earned MVP honors at the SEC tournament and NCAA Birmingham 2 Regional.
  • Coach Dawn Staley faces frontcourt reshuffling with Joyce Edwards and transfers such as Madina Okot and Adhel Tac taking larger roles as Ashlyn Watkins also remains out.
  • It remains undecided whether Kitts will pursue a medical redshirt or enter the 2026 WNBA draft, as South Carolina approaches exhibitions on Oct. 24 and Oct. 30 before a Nov. 3 opener.