Dawn Staley, the mentor of South Carolina's women's basketball team, has signed the commitment of Jordyn Palmer, a highly-rated prospect for the 2027 season. Staley, who has guided the team to three NCAA titles in her 19th season, is set to sustain her success with the addition of Palmer. The women's basketball season is also set to begin, featuring top teams including South Carolina and UConn, with the return of key players like JuJu Watkins.