Interview with South Carolina Gamecocks' Coach Dawn Staley

Mary Louise Kelly interviews South Carolina Gamecocks' coach Dawn Staley about the state of women's basketball and her legacy in coaching.

NCAA Women's Basketball Championship and Related Events

The NCAA Division I women's basketball national championship between South Carolina and Iowa had record ratings. Iowa star Caitlin Clark, the all-time leading scorer in NCAA Division I basketball, said goodbye to college basketball. There was a fiery debate sparked by Dawn Staley's response to a question about transgender participation in women's sports.

Transgender Participation in Women's Sports

South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley expressed support for transgender participation in women's sports ahead of a national championship game against Iowa. Despite receiving criticism, the Gamecocks went on to win the title game, completing a perfect season.

Dawn Staley Leads South Carolina to National Championship

Former WNBA player Dawn Staley leads South Carolina to their third national championship, inspiring Texas football coach Steve Sarkisian. Sarkisian aims to replicate Staley's success in the Southeastern Conference.

South Carolina Women's Basketball National Championship Win

South Carolina women's basketball team wins national championship in most-watched game ever, coach Dawn Staley praises increased coverage of women's basketball and the surge in popularity of the sport.

Controversy over Dawn Staley's Religious Comments

South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley praised God after her team won the 2024 Women’s March Madness, sparking controversy with nonbelievers demanding action against her. The University of South Carolina is being urged to address Staley's overt religiosity in the basketball program.

Women's NCAA Tournament Championship Game

South Carolina Gamecocks defeat Iowa Hawkeyes in the women's NCAA Tournament championship game, with a score of 87-75, giving them their third NCAA title.

Transgender Participation in Women's Sports

Former NBA star Chandler Parsons and South Carolina Gamecocks basketball coach Dawn Staley weigh in on transgender participation in women's sports, expressing support for inclusivity.

Trans Inclusion in Women’s Sports

South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley expressed her support for trans inclusion in women’s sports, sparking controversy and backlash from critics who believe it puts female athletes at a disadvantage.