Oliviyah Edwards Chooses South Carolina | College Basketball News

Oliviyah Edwards, the No. 3-ranked recruit in the 2026 class and a towering 6’3” five-star forward from Tacoma, Washington, has officially committed to South Carolina — a move that elevates the Gamecocks to the top of the nation’s recruiting rankings with at least three commitments. A McDonald’s All-American, Edwards brings elite physicality, paint domination, and rebounding prowess to Columbia. After initially signing with Tennessee, she requested a release in April, visited Carolina, and ultimately chose them over Louisville and Texas — calling it “sometimes takes a second try to get things right.” She’ll join four other newcomers as the fifth addition to the Gamecocks’ roster for the upcoming season. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bdf59e81a870ce80