USC’s JuJu Watkins is in the March Madness spotlight ahead of Sweet 16 against Baylor
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USC’s JuJu Watkins is in the March Madness spotlight ahead of Sweet 16 against Baylor

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PORTLAND, Ore. — For USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb, the JuJu Watkins phenomenon became plainly evident on a road trip this season when a quick autograph session snowballed. “Just me making the decision to stay home, the great environment that I’m in, my teammates always pushing me to be better, everybody just wants the best for me,” Watkins said. “I think that has allowed me to really strive to be great and be in a place where I feel accepted.” Watkins is one several freshmen in women’s basketball playing beyond their years. “I really don’t know if there’s been a better freshman season by anyone ever, given everything she’s done to elevate our program, everything that comes with it.” Watkins had 28 points and 11 rebounds for the Trojans in a 73-55 victory over Kansas to reach the Sweet 16 for the first time since 1994. When she gets to her spots, really dangerous because of her size.” THE JUJU BUN Watkins is not just drawing attention for her stellar play, she’s also turning heads with her distinctive hairstyle that’s been dubbed the “JuJu Bun.” She’s even in a television commercial with Joel Embiid for AT&T that showcases her look.

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JuJu Watkins scores 21 as No. 4 USC tops No. 8 Maryland 79-74, handing the Terps their first loss
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JuJu Watkins scores 21 as No. 4 USC tops No. 8 Maryland 79-74, handing the Terps their first loss

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Watkins fouled out on an offensive foul with 31 seconds left, but Maryland’s Saylor Poffenbarger missed from 3-point range, and Avery Howell pushed the Trojans’ lead to five with a couple free throws. Takeaways USC: It wasn’t the best night for Watkins, who shot 7 …

JuJu Watkins had 23 points to help No. 4 USC hand Rutgers its worst home loss in school history
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JuJu Watkins had 23 points to help No. 4 USC hand Rutgers its worst home loss in school history

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 4 USC rout Rutgers 92-42 on Sunday night, handing the Scarlet Knights their worst home loss in school history. The only drama left in the final period was whether the margin of victory would surpass the overall record 54-point loss to Iowa in 2023 that …

JuJu Watkins scores 23 points as USC hands Rutgers worst loss in school history
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JuJu Watkins scores 23 points as USC hands Rutgers worst loss in school history

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USC guard JuJu Watkins, left, chases after the ball in front of Rutgers forward Zachara Perkins during the first half of the Trojans’ win Sunday night. 4 USC rout Rutgers 92-42 on Sunday night, handing the Scarlet Knights their worst loss in school history. Watkins made it a 49-point game before she checked out for the final time with 3:50 …

Watkins scores 26 to lead No. 4 USC To 75-55 win over Nebraska for Trojans’ ninth straight victory
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Watkins scores 26 to lead No. 4 USC To 75-55 win over Nebraska for Trojans’ ninth straight victory

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 4 USC to a 75-55 win over Nebraska on Wednesday for the Trojans’ ninth straight victory. Key moment The Trojans ran the fast break in the second quarter after a missed shot and Watkins did a Eurostep around Jessica Petrie to score on a layup …

JuJu Watkins and No. 4 USC overcome slow start in blowout win over Nebraska
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JuJu Watkins and No. 4 USC overcome slow start in blowout win over Nebraska

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USC guard JuJu Watkins, left, defends against Nebraska guard Allison Weidner during the first half of the Trojans’ 75-55 win Wednesday at Galen Center. “We’re learning this conference, but it’s pretty clear that there’s a lot of NCAA tournament-quality teams,” Gottlieb said of the Trojans’ Big Ten rivals. “We have to approach each game that way — since it’s all …

USC’s JuJu Watkins is AP women’s basketball player of the week
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USC’s JuJu Watkins is AP women’s basketball player of the week

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! The Associated Press national player of the week in women’s basketball for Week 8 of the season: JuJu Watkins, Southern California The sophomore guard had another stellar effort in a win over Michigan on Sunday, scoring 31 points with seven assists, five rebounds and three …

JuJu Watkins scores 31 points to propel No. 4 Southern California past No. 23 Michigan 78-58
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JuJu Watkins scores 31 points to propel No. 4 Southern California past No. 23 Michigan 78-58

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! The duo combined to score USC’s first 16 points in the fourth when the Trojans outscored Michigan 21-9. She scored the Trojans’ first eight points to stretch their lead to 18 points and provided solid defense in the low post. Key moment With Michigan trailing …

USC’s JuJu Watkins is AP women’s basketball player of the week
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USC’s JuJu Watkins is AP women’s basketball player of the week

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! The Associated Press national player of the week in women’s basketball for Week 7 of the season: JuJu Watkins, USC The sophomore guard shined in the Trojans’ 72-70 victory over UConn, scoring 25 points with six rebounds, five assists and three blocks. The senior forward …

JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers shine in matchup of two of women’s basketball’s top stars
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JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers shine in matchup of two of women’s basketball’s top stars

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! HARTFORD, Conn. — JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers both showed out in a primetime matchup between two of the brightest stars in women’s basketball. “I think it’s a testament to when you give women’s basketball a platform, we’re going to perform,” said Watkins, who scored …

JuJu Watkins and No. 7 USC hold off Paige Bueckers and fourth-ranked UConn 72-70
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JuJu Watkins and No. 7 USC hold off Paige Bueckers and fourth-ranked UConn 72-70

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 7 USC recovered from blowing a 18-point lead in the second half to beat Paige Bueckers and fourth-ranked UConn 72-70 on Saturday night. The game was a rematch of last season’s Elite Eight contest that the Huskies won and featured two of the best players …

JuJu Watkins, USC prevail in nail-biter vs. UConn after Paige Bueckers’ second-half surge
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JuJu Watkins, USC prevail in nail-biter vs. UConn after Paige Bueckers’ second-half surge

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HARTFORD, Conn. — With just over three minutes remaining in the third quarter of Saturday’s top-10 matchup between No. Much to the delight of the road Trojans, JuJu Watkins led her team over Bueckers in a game featuring two of the nation’s best players. She blocked Bueckers’ final shot attempt of the first half, then blocked guard Ashlynn Shade on …

JuJu Watkins and No. 7 USC hold off No. 4 Connecticut to win in a thriller
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JuJu Watkins and No. 7 USC hold off No. 4 Connecticut to win in a thriller

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USC guard JuJu Watkins, left, tries to drive past Connecticut guard Paige Bueckers during the second half of the Trojans’ 72-70 win Saturday night. “This is a really significant win, and it’s a significant win because of the stature of the UConn program and what Geno Auriemma has done for our sport,” USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb said. “So I think …

USC vs. Connecticut an Elite rematch between stars JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers
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USC vs. Connecticut an Elite rematch between stars JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers

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USC star JuJu Watkins walks in front of Trojans coach Lindsay Gottlieb during a win over Elon on Sunday. USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb, left, greets Connecticut coach Geno Auriemma before the Trojans’ loss in the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament in April. The matchup pins not only two of the best coaches in women’s college basketball against each other …

Strong, Bueckers and Shade’s hot shooting lift No. 4 UConn to 101-68 win over Iowa State
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Strong, Bueckers and Shade’s hot shooting lift No. 4 UConn to 101-68 win over Iowa State

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 4 UConn to a 101-68 victory over Iowa State on Tuesday night in the Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase. Key moment Shade scored UConn’s first 14 points as the Huskies raced out to a 14-6 lead in the first 4:30 of the game. Up …

JuJu Watkins scores 26 points to lead No. 5 Southern California past Elon 88-30
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JuJu Watkins scores 26 points to lead No. 5 Southern California past Elon 88-30

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 5 Southern California rolled past Elon 88-30 on Sunday for its sixth straight win. Kayleigh Heckel had 14 points, four rebounds, four assists and four steals, Talia von Oelhoffen had 10 points and Rayah Marshall pulled down 14 rebounds. Key moment Elon briefly hung with …

Iriafen and Watkins score 20-plus points in helping No. 5 USC rout Fresno State 89-40
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Iriafen and Watkins score 20-plus points in helping No. 5 USC rout Fresno State 89-40

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 5 Southern California defeated Fresno State 89-40 on Tuesday night for the Trojans’ fifth win in a row. Takeaways Fresno St.: The Bulldogs’ only lead was four points early in the game. Key moment USC used a 16-0 run, including six by Watkins, over the …

USC’s JuJu Watkins is AP women’s basketball player of the week
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USC’s JuJu Watkins is AP women’s basketball player of the week

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! The Associated Press national player of the week in women’s basketball for Week 5 of the season: JuJu Watkins, USC The sophomore guard averaged 30.5 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.5 blocks during USC’s two wins. Runner-Up Sarah Strong, UConn; The freshman forward averaged …

Fresno State visits No. 5 USC after Watkins’ 21-point showing
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Fresno State visits No. 5 USC after Watkins’ 21-point showing

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Fresno State Bulldogs at USC Trojans Los Angeles; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: No. 5 USC takes on Fresno State after JuJu Watkins scored 21 points in USC’s 66-53 victory over the Oregon Ducks. USC makes 46.9% of its shots from the field this …

No. 5 USC unleashes press and rolls to a 49-point win over Fresno State
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No. 5 USC unleashes press and rolls to a 49-point win over Fresno State

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USC guard JuJu Watkins drives and looks past Fresno State forwards Kylee Fox and Maria Konstantinidou Tuesday at the Galen Center. I think the press got us going.” USC guard JuJu Watkins points toward forward Kiki Iriafen during the Trojans’ win over Fresno State Tuesday at the Galen Center. After the Trojans deployed their press, they outscored Fresno State 40-12 …

JuJu Watkins scores 21, No. 6 USC downs Oregon 66-53 in Big Ten opener
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JuJu Watkins scores 21, No. 6 USC downs Oregon 66-53 in Big Ten opener

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 6 Southern California to a 66-53 win over Oregon in the Big Ten opener for both teams on Saturday. Oregon led 13-12 after the first quarter, but USC scored the first 18 points of the second quarter and never trailed again. Scott opened the third …

No. 6 USC visits Oregon following Watkins’ 40-point game
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No. 6 USC visits Oregon following Watkins’ 40-point game

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Oregon scores 73.8 points and has outscored opponents by 10.4 points per game. Oregon’s average of 5.7 made 3-pointers per game this season is just 0.4 more made shots on average than the 5.3 per game USC gives up. USC averages 7.3 made 3-pointers per …

JuJu Watkins breaks another USC record in blowout win over Cal Baptist
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JuJu Watkins breaks another USC record in blowout win over Cal Baptist

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USC guard JuJu Watkins celebrates with teammates after making a three-pointer during a 94-52 victory over California Baptist at Galen Center on Tuesday. JuJu Watkins made a school-record nine three-pointers and scored 40 points as No. Takeaways Cal Baptist: The Lancers opened the season with a 30-point loss to Oregon and have dropped every game by double digits. Up next: …

JuJu Watkins and Kiki Iriafen score 30-plus points and No. 6 USC routs Saint Louis 104-65
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JuJu Watkins and Kiki Iriafen score 30-plus points and No. 6 USC routs Saint Louis 104-65

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! PALM DESERT, Calif. — JuJu Watkins scored a season-best 34 points despite four fouls, Kiki Iriafen added a career-high 30 and No. 6 Southern California pulled away in the second half to beat Saint Louis 104-65 in the Acrisure Holiday Invitational on Friday night. Saint …

JuJu Watkins and Kiki Iriafen lead USC to win over Saint Louis in Acrisure Holiday Invitational
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JuJu Watkins and Kiki Iriafen lead USC to win over Saint Louis in Acrisure Holiday Invitational

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USC guard JuJu Watkins scored a season-high 34 points during the Trojans’ 104-65 win over Saint Louis in the Acrisure Holiday Invitational on Friday night. 6 USC pulled away in the second half to beat Saint Louis 104-65 in the Acrisure Holiday Invitational on Friday night. Saint Louis shot 48% in the second quarter while holding the Trojans to 40% …

No. 6 USC Trojans square off against the Saint Louis Billikens
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No. 6 USC Trojans square off against the Saint Louis Billikens

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Saint Louis Billikens vs. USC Trojans Palm Desert, California; Friday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: No. USC’s average of 6.2 made 3-pointers per game is 3.8 fewer made shots on average than the 10.0 per game Saint Louis allows. Saint Louis has shot at a …

Watkins scores 20 points to lead No. 6 USC over Seton Hall 84-51 in Acrisure Holiday Invitational
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Watkins scores 20 points to lead No. 6 USC over Seton Hall 84-51 in Acrisure Holiday Invitational

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 6 Southern California defeated Seton Hall 84-51 in the Acrisure Holiday Invitational on Wednesday night. Takeaways Seton Hall: The Pirates kept it close in the second and third quarters, getting outscored by just a few points. USC stays in the desert to play Saint Louis …

JuJu Watkins scores 20 points as USC defeats Seton Hall in Acrisure Holiday Invitational
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JuJu Watkins scores 20 points as USC defeats Seton Hall in Acrisure Holiday Invitational

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JuJu Watkins is defended by Seton Hall’s Savannah Catalon, left, and Yaya Lops in the second half. 6 USC defeated Seton Hall 84-51 in the Acrisure Holiday Invitational on Wednesday night. Takeaways Seton Hall: The Pirates kept it close in the second and third quarters, being outscored by just a few points. USC stays in the desert to play Saint …

Hidalgo leads No. 6 Notre Dame over JuJu Watkins and third-ranked USC 74-61 in big matchup out West
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Hidalgo leads No. 6 Notre Dame over JuJu Watkins and third-ranked USC 74-61 in big matchup out West

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 6 Notre Dame defeated JuJu Watkins and third-ranked Southern California 74-61 on Saturday in a marquee matchup on the West Coast. Key moment The Trojans got within three points three times but the Irish remained poised and never gave up the lead. Key stats Notre …

JuJu Watkins and No. 3 USC can’t hold back No. 6 Notre Dame in first loss
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JuJu Watkins and No. 3 USC can’t hold back No. 6 Notre Dame in first loss

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Notre Dame guard Olivia Miles, center, passes around USC guard JuJu Watkins, right, as center Rayah Marshall, left, and guard Talia von Oelhoffen defend during the first half of the Trojans’ 74-61 loss Saturday at Galen Center. “You don’t schedule this game because you think anything is going to be a 40-point win,” Gottlieb said, speaking about how she and …

USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb offers inside look at Trojans' growth
1 month, 2 weeks ago

USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb offers inside look at Trojans' growth

LA Times  

When Lindsay Gottlieb thinks back to the start, her mind travels to a phone call 3½ years ago. I hope she doesn’t just go to Stanford.’” USC guard JuJu Watkins and her teammates celebrate during the Trojans’ 124-39 win over Cal State Northridge on Nov. 12 at the Galen Center. In the time it took Davidson to choose her college …

Lindsay Gottlieb Q&A: USC head coach on JuJu Watkins and women’s basketball’s new era
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Lindsay Gottlieb Q&A: USC head coach on JuJu Watkins and women’s basketball’s new era

New York Times  

There are stars all across women’s college basketball this season, but only one coach can claim a lineup with two of the top five players in America, at least according to The Athletic. USC women’s basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb heads one of the glamour teams in the sport, led by the otherworldly 6-2 sophomore wing JuJu Watkins and 6-3 graduate …

JuJu Watkins reaches 1,000 career points as No. 3 USC beats Santa Clara 81-50
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JuJu Watkins reaches 1,000 career points as No. 3 USC beats Santa Clara 81-50

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! LOS ANGELES — JuJu Watkins reached 1,000 career points in the second-fewest games in NCAA Division I history, scoring 20 points on Friday as No. Kaya Ingram led Santa Clara with 13 points and Olivia Pollerd added 12. Key stat The Torjans scored 31 points …

USC’s JuJu Watkins reaches 1,000 points in 2 fewer games than Caitlin Clark
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USC’s JuJu Watkins reaches 1,000 points in 2 fewer games than Caitlin Clark

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! LOS ANGELES — JuJu Watkins has heard plenty of comparisons to Cheryl Miller and Caitlin Clark over the past two seasons. Watkins reached 1,000 career points Friday afternoon during the second half of the third-ranked Trojans’ 81-50 victory over Santa Clara. Watkins reached the mark …

USC star JuJu Watkins reaches 1,000-point mark faster than Caitlin Clark
1 month, 3 weeks ago

USC star JuJu Watkins reaches 1,000-point mark faster than Caitlin Clark

LA Times  

At the end of a historically dominant week in which records were toppled and women’s college basketball put on early notice, JuJu Watkins pulled up from behind the arc in Friday’s game and bricked. It took Watkins just 38 games to reach the mark, just one game slower than the NCAA record holders, Maree Jackson of Louisiana State, Carol Menken …

JuJu Watkins leads No. 3 USC women to 124-39 rout of Cal State Northridge
1 month, 4 weeks ago

JuJu Watkins leads No. 3 USC women to 124-39 rout of Cal State Northridge

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 3 Southern California trounce Cal State Northridge 124-39 on Tuesday night. Takeaways Cal State Northridge: The Matadors are in the middle of a four-game road trip, with the two remaining games in California, under first-time head coach Angie Ned. 20 Ole Miss in Paris to …

JuJu Watkins leads all scorers as USC sets school record for most points in victory
1 month, 4 weeks ago

JuJu Watkins leads all scorers as USC sets school record for most points in victory

LA Times  

JuJu Watkins drives to the basket against Matadors center Yves Cox in the first half. USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb spelled out her game plan, watched her players execute with ruthless precision and then celebrated her 300th career victory at Galen Center on Tuesday, calling the chance to lead the dominant Trojans “the honor of my lifetime.” JuJu Watkins had 21 …

Led by JuJu Watkins, No. 3 USC women pummel Cal Poly 90-35 with 6 players in double figures
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Led by JuJu Watkins, No. 3 USC women pummel Cal Poly 90-35 with 6 players in double figures

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 3 Southern California routed Cal Poly 90-35 on Saturday in the Trojans’ home opener. The Trojans’ defense never allowed Cal Poly to make a sustained run. Takeaways Cal Poly: The Mustangs have nine newcomers — eight freshmen and one grad transfer — for the second …

JuJu Watkins and No. 3 USC dominate in win over Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
2 months ago

JuJu Watkins and No. 3 USC dominate in win over Cal Poly San Luis Obispo

LA Times  

USC guard JuJu Watkins, shown here during a win over Mississippi on Nov. 4, scored 16 points in a 90-35 win over Cal Poly San Luis Obispo on Saturday. 3 USC routed Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 90-35 on Saturday in the Trojans’ home opener. The Trojans’ defense never allowed Cal Poly to make a sustained run. Takeaways Cal Poly: …

Watkins is back with No. 1 South Carolina and is expected to play against No. 9 N.C. State
2 months ago

Watkins is back with No. 1 South Carolina and is expected to play against No. 9 N.C. State

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The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley said Watkins, a versatile, high-flying, 6-foot-3 forward who led the Southeastern Conference with 91 blocks last season, has looked good in her first few practices since returning from her more than two months away from the team. “If she’s out here, …

With JuJu Watkins leading a star-studded roster, USC has high expectations
2 months, 1 week ago

With JuJu Watkins leading a star-studded roster, USC has high expectations

LA Times  

USC guard JuJu Watkins reacts after scoring against Kansas during the NCAA tournament in March. “We haven’t shied away from the word expectations all summer,” said USC coach Lindsay Gottlieb, entering her fourth season in charge of the Trojans. Coming off a 29-6 record and their first Elite Eight appearance since 1994, the Trojans enter the season with a rare …

USC's Juju Watkins Ready to Take College Torch with Caitlin Clark in WNBA
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USC's Juju Watkins Ready to Take College Torch with Caitlin Clark in WNBA

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USC's Juju Watkins is poised to take the college basketball torch from Caitlin Clark, who has carried the position for the past few years. Watkins, a sophomore, has shown immense potential, leading USC to the Elite Eight last year and being named Preseason Player of the Year. She is also a first-team, All-American selection, setting a national record for a …

USC defeats California to advance to Pac-12 baseball tournament final
7 months, 2 weeks ago

USC defeats California to advance to Pac-12 baseball tournament final

LA Times  

USC pitcher Josh Blum, shown here pitching against Stanford in March 2023, earned his 10th save of the season Friday in USC’s win over California in the Pac-12 tournament semifinals on Friday. Freshman Brayden Dowd hit his first career home run and finished with four RBIs, Josh Blum threw two innings of scoreless relief for his 10th save and USC …

Paige Bueckers and UConn to host JuJu Watkins and USC in December
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Paige Bueckers and UConn to host JuJu Watkins and USC in December

Associated Press  

STORRS, Conn. — Southern California and UConn gave women’s basketball fans an early holiday gift Monday, announcing a two-game series that will start with a game in Connecticut just before Christmas next season. The game, which will be played on Saturday, Dec. 21, will feature two of the college game’s biggest stars in USC’s JuJu Watkins and UConn’s Paige Bueckers. …

USC super team? Trojans add talented transfer Talia von Oelhoffen to loaded roster
8 months, 1 week ago

USC super team? Trojans add talented transfer Talia von Oelhoffen to loaded roster

LA Times  

In the middle of her official visit to USC last Friday, Talia von Oelhoffen posted on TikTok. Von Oelhoffen made her commitment to USC official on Monday morning, joining Iriafen and a stacked roster that already included superstar JuJu Watkins and senior Rayah Marshall, as well as the No. A combo guard who averaged 10.7 points, five assists and 4.1 …

USC women’s basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb agrees to contract extension
8 months, 2 weeks ago

USC women’s basketball coach Lindsay Gottlieb agrees to contract extension

LA Times  

She coached USC to its first Elite Eight since 1994, won the program’s first conference tournament title in a decade and drew the largest crowd for women’s basketball in Galen Center history. I’m thrilled to be here for a long time.” USC Sports How Lindsay Gottlieb blends family into USC’s ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ season While putting USC in position for its first …

Caitlin Clark’s college career is over but her impact on the game is not. The numbers back that up
9 months ago

Caitlin Clark’s college career is over but her impact on the game is not. The numbers back that up

Associated Press  

Most 3-pointers in a season. A look at just some of Clark’s national Division I women’s records: CAREER POINTS Clark’s record: 3,951 points. To be clear: The numbers by Clark, Plum and everyone else who has played Division I women’s basketball for the last 40-some years are the only ones recognized by the NCAA. OTHER MILESTONES — Clark leaves as …

JuJu Watkins has gotten a taste of March Madness, and wants more next season
9 months, 1 week ago

JuJu Watkins has gotten a taste of March Madness, and wants more next season

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — JuJu Watkins sobbed following USC’s Elite Eight loss to UConn but her tears weren’t so much about the end of the NCAA Tournament run for the Trojans. An AP first-team All-American, Watkins averaged 27 points this season, second only to Iowa’s Caitlin Clark, who set the game’s all-time Division I scoring record this season. “I’m just excited …

Paige Bueckers lifts UConn back to the Final Four with 80-73 win over JuJu Watkins and USC
9 months, 1 week ago

Paige Bueckers lifts UConn back to the Final Four with 80-73 win over JuJu Watkins and USC

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Stuck as a spectator during last year’s women’s NCAA Tournament, Paige Bueckers didn’t waste a moment this time. Or, as Huskies coach Geno Auriemma put it, “Today was Paige doing Paige things.” Bueckers carried UConn to the national semifinals, scoring 28 points in the Huskies’ 80-73 victory over Southern California in a regional final on Monday night. …

Paige Bueckers and UConn end magical season for JuJu Watkins and USC
9 months, 1 week ago

Paige Bueckers and UConn end magical season for JuJu Watkins and USC

LA Times  

Not so fast, freshman. UConn played in 14 consecutive Final Fours before last season’s disappointment while the Trojans were mired in anonymity before Watkins chose her hometown school over established powers. “For her to have the year she had as a freshman — fearless, confident, one of the best players in the country — she’s got a lot to build …

All eyes will be on JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers as USC and UConn clash in the Elite Eight
9 months, 1 week ago

All eyes will be on JuJu Watkins and Paige Bueckers as USC and UConn clash in the Elite Eight

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — In any different year, the focus ahead of Southern California and UConn clashing with a Final Four berth at stake might be on the programs, not individual players. It’s why the NBA took off, you know, when there were faces to it, going all the way back to Magic and Larry and Michael Jordan,” USC coach Lindsay …

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