The South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball squad is putting the Southeastern Conference on notice, storming out of the gates with a near-perfect 9-1 record. And while the team effort has been top-notch, it’s Chloe Kitts who’s stealing the spotlight—and, apparently, the rebounds. The sophomore sensation is making waves with her tenacious play and a knack for making headlines both on and off the hardwood.
On Tuesday, Kitts hit Instagram with a photo dump celebrating her stellar start to the season. The post, featuring action shots from the first nine games, was captioned with the tantalizingly cryptic, “Sum to prove 🗣.” Translation: “I’m balling out, and I know it.”
Cue the virtual applause from former Gamecock superstars Aliyah Boston and Kamilla Cardoso, who slid into the comments section like seasoned vets hyping up the rookie of the year.
“Yeahhh 21 ❤️,” Cardoso chimed in, referencing Kitts’ jersey number and sprinkling in some love. Not to be outdone, Boston dropped, “And you proving it ‼️‼️,” because double exclamation marks are the basketball equivalent of a mic drop.
From All-American Legends to Kitts’ Cheerleaders
Let’s not forget who these commenters are. Boston, a four-time All-American and 2021-22 NCAA champion, was the face of South Carolina basketball for years. Cardoso, a powerhouse transfer from Syracuse, added two more national titles to the trophy case during her Gamecock tenure, including last season’s championship.
These aren’t just casual fans hyping Kitts up. These are two of the greatest to ever wear garnet and black. If you’re earning kudos from Boston and Cardoso, you’re doing something right.
Kitts’ Quiet but Dominant Night vs. TCU
On Sunday night, Kitts took the court against the ninth-ranked TCU Horned Frogs in the US LBM Coast to Coast Challenge. The Gamecocks didn’t just beat TCU; they dismantled them, 85-52.
Kitts, true to her team-first nature, didn’t need to drop 30 points to make an impact. She settled for just four points on 1-of-4 shooting but grabbed 12 rebounds as if the basketball was magnetized to her hands. That’s the kind of unselfish dominance coaches dream about.
Her efforts helped South Carolina secure its second consecutive top-10 win, proving once again that the Gamecocks are a perennial powerhouse and that Kitts is a name every SEC defender should memorize—preferably with a healthy dose of fear.
Numbers Don’t Lie
In nine games, Kitts is averaging 11.2 points and 8.8 rebounds per game while shooting a hyper-efficient 52% from the field. She’s eighth in the SEC in rebounds per game and 29th in points per game—respectable numbers for someone still finding her groove.
With a stat line like that, it’s no wonder Kitts is getting shoutouts from her legendary predecessors. If Boston and Cardoso were the queens of South Carolina, Kitts is building her case as the heir apparent.
Gamecocks on a Roll
South Carolina isn’t just winning; they’re dominating, and Chloe Kitts is smack dab in the middle of it all. Whether it’s her gritty rebounding, efficient scoring, or Instagram posts that scream, “I’m here to take over,” Kitts is proving she’s not just a role player—she’s a star in the making.
The Gamecocks might only be in December, but if Kitts keeps playing like this, the SEC should brace itself for a long winter of South Carolina dominance.
So, to Boston, Cardoso, and anyone else hyping up Kitts: we see you. And guess what? So does the rest of the nation.
