The 17th-year South Carolina coach was sporting a Gucci two-piece suit, but it was not the name brand outfit that caught everyone's attention. Instead, the necklaces Staley was sporting caught ...

The necklace has a touching story behind it. It was made by Blakeleigh Thompson, a seven-year-old girl who is currently battling Leukemia and has developed a close relationship with Staley.

Dawn Staley necklaces, explained: How South Carolina coach, young cancer patient have bonded over jewelry Teddy Ricketson April 6, 2025 • 2:00 am PDT ...

The two met in 2023 at the UVA Children's Hospital, according to Greenville News, and Thompson made both of the necklaces that Staley frequently wears during South Carolina's games.

As South Carolina faced Texas in the Final Four with a spot in the national championship on Friday night, Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley drew some attention for one of her accessories. She wore a ...

Staley wore her necklaces proudly in honor of Blakeleigh Thompson ― a 7-year-old girl battling leukemia. Thompson was shown in attendance of the game by ESPN's Holly Rowe.

Dawn Staley continues to win, and in style. But there was more to Friday's 2025 women's NCAA Tournament Final Four victory over Texas for Staley. The 17th-year South Carolina coach was sporting a ...

The necklace has a touching story behind it. It was made by Blakeleigh Thompson, a seven-year-old girl who is currently battling Leukemia and has developed a close relationship with Staley. The ...

South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley thought she was appearing on ESPN just to talk about her Sweet 16 game and Elite Eight matchup, but instead she received a heartwarming surprise.

Led by head coach Molly Miller, the Lopes took down UT Arlington in a thrilling 65-62 contest. "It was just staying true and loyal to our identity and brand," Miller said after the game.