The South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team is storming through the Southeastern Conference like it’s their birthright. With just one blemish on their record in their first ten games, the Gamecocks are proving they’re still the team to beat. At the heart of this fiery squad is none other than sophomore sensation Chloe Kitts, who’s playing as if she’s auditioning for the Avengers.
On Tuesday, Kitts graced Instagram with a series of snapshots showcasing her on-court heroics from the season’s first nine games. The post? Pure gold. The caption? A spicy “Sum to prove 🗣.” It’s the kind of swagger that makes opposing teams question their life choices.
Legends in the Comments Section
Naturally, when you’re balling out for a program as storied as South Carolina, alumni are going to take notice. And who better to hype you up than two Gamecock legends—Aliyah Boston and Kamilla Cardoso?
Boston, who was basically the Michael Jordan of college hoops during her time at South Carolina, chimed in with, “And you proving it ‼️ ‼️,” because subtlety is overrated. Not to be outdone, Cardoso, the powerhouse who terrorized defenses just last season, added, “Yeahhh 21 ❤️.” Yes, ladies, we hear you, and so does the rest of the SEC.
A Legacy to Uphold
Let’s take a moment to appreciate the shadow Kitts is stepping into. Boston, a walking trophy case, spent four years racking up awards like free samples at Costco, including a National Championship in 2022. Cardoso, the rebounding machine, picked up her second national title last season before riding off into the WNBA sunset. Together, these two set the bar so high, it might as well be on the moon.
Now, Kitts is making it her mission to rewrite the record books—or at least heavily annotate them.
South Carolina Dominates No. 9 TCU
In Sunday’s matchup against No. 9 TCU, Kitts and the Gamecocks treated the Horned Frogs like a warm-up drill. The 85-52 smackdown wasn’t just a win; it was a declaration. Sure, Kitts only scored four points—on 1-of-4 shooting, no less—but who needs points when you’re out there snatching rebounds like the ball owes you money? With 12 boards, she led everyone on the court and made it clear that she’s not just a scorer; she’s a problem.
Kitts’ stats this season read like a recipe for dominance: 11.2 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game while shooting 52% from the field. In the SEC, she’s eighth in rebounding and 29th in scoring, but let’s be honest, those numbers don’t do justice to her impact.
The Big Picture
South Carolina isn’t just winning games—they’re sending a message. And while Kitts might be relatively new to the starting lineup, her presence is anything but quiet. With Boston and Cardoso cheering her on and the SEC on notice, the Gamecocks are poised to make another deep postseason run.
As for Kitts? She’s just getting started. Call it confidence, call it swagger, call it whatever you want. Just don’t call it luck. This is South Carolina basketball, and Chloe Kitts is here to stay.
