Chloe Kitts’ Wild Photos Go Viral Amid South Carolina Troubles
Chloe Kitts' Wild Photos Go Viral Amid South Carolina Troubles
The South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball program faces a significant challenge heading into the 2025-26 season after losing one of their key players to injury. Senior forward Chloe Kitts sustained a torn ACL during a recent practice session, effectively ending her final collegiate campaign before it could begin.
The injury represents a substantial setback for coach Dawn Staley’s squad, which had championship aspirations for the upcoming women’s college basketball season. Kitts had established herself as a crucial component of the Gamecocks’ lineup and was expected to play a leadership role as a senior.
Her absence will force the team to adjust their approach as they pursue another deep run in the NCAA tournament and compete for honors in what could have been a standout season for the veteran forward.
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Gamecocks Lose Chloe Kitts Before Tip-Off
Chloe Kitts will miss the entire 2025-26 season after suffering an ACL tear during practice. The South Carolina Gamecocks announced the devastating news just weeks before their season opener on November 3.
The senior forward’s absence creates a massive void for the program. Kitts played a crucial role in every contest last season, contributing double-digit scoring and nearly eight rebounds per game across 38 starts.
Impact on Championship Aspirations
| Season Stats | Performance |
|---|---|
| Games Started | 38/38 |
| Points per Game | 10.2 |
| Rebounds per Game | 7.7 |
| Minutes vs Iowa (Championship) | 17 |
| Points vs Iowa | 11 |
| Rebounds vs Iowa | 10 |
Her postseason accolades included SEC Tournament MVP and NCAA Regional MVP honors. The forward was projected as a top WNBA draft selection entering her final collegiate campaign.
Double Trouble for South Carolina
The Chloe Kitts injury update compounds existing roster challenges. Forward Ashlyn Watkins remains unavailable while recovering from her own knee injury sustained in January. This leaves the South Carolina Gamecocks without two key frontcourt players.
Kitts gained significant media attention beyond basketball when she attended the NBA Draft supporting boyfriend Collin Murray-Boyles, who was selected ninth overall by Toronto.
The program entered the season ranked among national championship favorites alongside defending champion UConn. Without their versatile forward, the path to another title becomes significantly more challenging. Whether Kitts will pursue a medical redshirt to return for another season remains undetermined.
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