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The South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team has bolstered its roster with the return of senior center Sakima Walker for the 2024\u201325 season. The 6’5″ post player announced her decision to return to Columbia for her final year, providing the Gamecocks with added depth and experience in the frontcourt. \ue200cite\ue202turn0search0\ue201\ue206<\/p>\n

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Walker, who transferred from Northwest Florida State College after two years at Rutgers, was named the NJCAA Division I Women’s Player of the Year. She averaged 16.7 points and 8.2 rebounds per game, leading her team to a junior college national title. \ue200cite\ue202turn0search2\ue201 While she didn’t see extensive playing time in her first season with South Carolina, Walker’s leadership and experience were invaluable to the team’s success. Her return adds depth to a roster that has already made significant additions, including five-star recruits Joyce Edwards, Maddy McDaniel, and Adhel Tac, as well as transfer Maryam Dauda from Arkansas. \ue200cite\ue202turn0search0\ue201\ue206<\/p>\n

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With Walker’s return, the Gamecocks are poised to continue their dominance in women’s college basketball, aiming for another national championship in the upcoming season.\ue206<\/p>\n\n

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The South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team has bolstered its roster with the return of senior center Sakima Walker for the 2024\u201325 season. 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