NCAA Concludes Okot’s Eligibility Review
The NCAA has denied South Carolina’s season of competition waiver request for Madina Okot. The ruling confirms she has exhausted her collegiate eligibility.
NCAA decision
The announcement, titled NCAA Concludes Okot’s Eligibility Review, came from the association this week. The denial ends any eligibility appeal for the senior center.
South Carolina issued a statement acknowledging the ruling. The program noted the decision and its finality.
Coach reaction and legacy
Head coach Dawn Staley praised Okot’s decisions early in her career. Staley said the staff felt fortunate to have been part of Okot’s journey.
Staley added that Okot improved both the team and the sport during her time in Columbia. The coach highlighted Okot’s personal courage and growth.
Okot’s on-court performance
Okot played two seasons in NCAA competition and emerged as a top center. This season she posted 22 double-doubles, ranking third nationally.
She averaged 10.6 rebounds per game, placing 16th in the country. Her field goal percentage was .575, 19th nationally.
Okot earned All-SEC Second Team honors. She led the Gamecocks in rebounding in 29 of 39 contests.
Her season ranks high in school history. She collected 149 offensive rebounds, second in single-season program records.
She finished with 412 total rebounds and 263 defensive boards, both third-best single-season marks. Her 22 double-doubles are the fifth-most in a season for the program.
Team season summary
No. 2/2 South Carolina completed the year 36-4. The team captured its fifth straight SEC regular-season title.
The Gamecocks advanced to the NCAA Final Four. It was the sixth straight Final Four appearance and the seventh under Staley.
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