Chloe Kitts, a senior player for the South Carolina women’s basketball team, will miss the entire 2025-26 season due to a torn ACL in her right knee. Kitts requires surgery, which is scheduled for this week. This injury comes as a significant blow to both her and the team.
Impact of Chloe Kitts’ Injury on the Team
Head coach Dawn Staley expressed concern for Kitts, recognizing her hard work and dedication on the court. “We hate this first for Chloe, who has worked incredibly hard to become the best version of herself this season,” Staley stated. Despite Kitts’ absence, the coach believes in her teammates’ ability to rise to the occasion.
Chloe Kitts’ Career Highlights
- Started for two consecutive seasons with the South Carolina Gamecocks.
- Contributed to back-to-back appearances in the national title game.
- Played a vital role in winning the 2024 National Championship.
- Achieved career averages of 10.2 points and 7.7 rebounds per game last season.
- Earned honorable mention All-America honors.
- Ranked ninth in the SEC for rebounds and eighth in offensive boards, averaging 2.82 per game.
- Named MVP at both the SEC Tournament and the NCAA Birmingham 2 Regional.
Looking Ahead to the Season
South Carolina, the reigning SEC regular-season and tournament champion, is preparing for the upcoming season. The team will unofficially kick off their 2025-26 campaign with an exhibition match against Anderson. This event is set for Friday, October 24, at Colonial Life Arena, with free admission and a 7 p.m. tip-off.
Fans are encouraged to follow updates through GamecocksOnline.com and the team’s social media accounts (@GamecockWBB) for more news regarding the team and Kitts’ recovery.
