South Carolina to Retire A'ja Wilson's Jersey

The University of South Carolina will retire A'ja Wilson's jersey number 22 on February 2, prior to a game against Auburn, marking a significant honor for the former star of the women's basketball program. Wilson, a native of Columbia and the program's all-time leading scorer with 2,389 points, holds 22 program records and was pivotal in securing the Gamecocks' first NCAA championship in 2017. She was a four-time All-American, three-time SEC Player of the Year, and the 2018 WNBA No. 1 overall draft pick, later winning three MVP awards. This jersey retirement follows a statue of Wilson that was unveiled in 2021, commemorating her contributions to the team and the community. Her achievements have made her one of the most influential figures in the program's history, and the ceremony celebrates her legacy within South Carolina basketball.