“You Chose LSU Over Us?” – SC’s Joyce Edwards Fires Shots at Ex-Teammate MiLaysia Fulwiley After Shocking Tigers Switch! — ‘This Was Never About Basketball…’
In a dramatic turn of events that has shaken the women’s college basketball landscape, South Carolina’s five-star recruit Joyce Edwards has seemingly called out her former high school teammate MiLaysia Fulwiley following Fulwiley’s unexpected decision to transfer to LSU. The stunning move comes just months after Fulwiley helped South Carolina secure a national championship and was widely viewed as one of the Gamecocks’ rising stars.
Fulwiley, who averaged double figures in scoring and dazzled fans with her creative playmaking, announced earlier this week that she would be transferring to LSU, joining forces with head coach Kim Mulkey and an already talent-packed roster. While the college basketball world reacted with shock, it was Edwards’ cryptic social media post that lit the fuse.
“You chose LSU over us? Wow. This was never about basketball…” Edwards posted on her Instagram story just hours after Fulwiley’s transfer became public. Though she didn’t mention Fulwiley by name, the timing and tone left little doubt about who the message was directed toward.
The two stars were once a dynamic duo at W.J. Keenan High School in Columbia, South Carolina, where they led their team to a state title. Their chemistry on and off the court was well-documented, and Fulwiley played a major role in recruiting Edwards to join her at South Carolina. Edwards’ reaction suggests a personal rift — perhaps deeper than just a basketball decision.
Insiders close to the Gamecocks program report that there had been growing tension in the locker room over playing time and leadership roles, with Fulwiley reportedly feeling overshadowed despite her impact. Her switch to LSU, a major SEC rival, adds fuel to an already fiery rivalry and sets up a must-watch storyline when the teams face off next season.
Neither Fulwiley nor her representatives have publicly responded to Edwards’ remarks, but LSU fans have embraced the star guard with open arms. Head coach Kim Mulkey said in a statement, “MiLaysia is a rare talent. We’re excited to welcome her into our program and give her the platform to shine.”
As for Edwards and the Gamecocks, this transfer may have ignited a deeper sense of competition. What was once a sisterhood now appears fractured. And when LSU and South Carolina meet on the court next, it won’t just be a battle for SEC dominance — it’ll be personal.
One thing’s for sure: this upcoming season just got a lot more intense.