ESPN REPORT: A’ja Wilson and Aliyah Boston Announce Multi-Million Dollar Endowment for Gamecocks Women’s Basketball.
In a historic move for women’s college basketball, WNBA superstars and South Carolina alumnae A’ja Wilson and Aliyah Boston have announced a multi-million dollar endowment to the University of South Carolina’s women’s basketball program. The Gamecocks legends, both national champions and WNBA standouts, are giving back to their alma mater to ensure the program’s continued excellence and to uplift future generations of female athletes.
The endowment, titled the “Wilson-Boston Legacy Fund,” will provide scholarships, state-of-the-art training resources, academic support, and leadership development programs specifically for the women’s basketball team. The fund is designed not only to honor the duo’s legacy but also to solidify South Carolina’s position as a powerhouse in women’s college basketball for years to come.
A’ja Wilson, a Columbia native and 2017 NCAA champion, emphasized the importance of investing in future leaders: “South Carolina changed my life. This is about paying it forward—about creating space for more young women to chase greatness.” Aliyah Boston, the 2022 national champion and NCAA Tournament Most Outstanding Player, echoed that sentiment: “This program made me who I am, and it’s time to give that same opportunity to the next generation.”
Head Coach Dawn Staley praised her former players’ commitment, calling the gift “a monumental act of leadership, love, and legacy.” The announcement comes on the heels of South Carolina’s continued dominance in women’s basketball, including multiple Final Four appearances and national titles under Staley’s guidance.
This landmark endowment sets a precedent in collegiate athletics, highlighting the growing influence of female athletes and their power to create lasting change both on and off the court. The Wilson-Boston Legacy Fund promises to be a game-changer for women’s sports nationwide.
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