History of Joyce Edwards in Timeline

Joyce Edwards is an American college basketball player currently playing for South Carolina. As a five-star recruit from Camden High School, she was recognized as one of the top players in the 2024 class. She is a rising star in women's college basketball.

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January 30, 2006: Joyce Edwards Born

On January 30, 2006, Joyce Edwards was born. She would later become an American college basketball player for South Carolina.

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2014: Highest-Rated Player Since A'ja Wilson

In 2014, A'ja Wilson was No. 1, and Joyce Edwards became the highest-rated player from South Carolina since then.

2015: A'ja Wilson Earns All-SEC Honors

In 2015, A'ja Wilson earned first-team All-SEC honors as a Gamecock freshman, a milestone Joyce Edwards would later achieve.

2020: Aliyah Boston Earns All-SEC Honors

In 2020, Aliyah Boston earned first-team All-SEC honors as a Gamecock freshman, a milestone Joyce Edwards would later achieve.

November 15, 2023: Signed NLI with South Carolina

On November 15, 2023, Joyce Edwards signed her National Letter of Intent (NLI) to play college basketball at South Carolina, choosing them over offers from LSU and Clemson.

2023: FIBA Under-19 World Cup Gold Medal

In 2023, Joyce Edwards represented the United States at the FIBA Under-19 Women's Basketball World Cup, where she won a gold medal and was named to the all-tournament team.

May 19, 2024: Named to Team USA AmeriCup Roster

On May 19, 2024, Joyce Edwards was named to team USA's roster for the 2024 FIBA Under-18 Women's AmeriCup.

November 28, 2024: First Career Double-Double

On November 28, 2024, Joyce Edwards achieved her first career double-double against Iowa State, scoring 13 points and securing 11 rebounds.

December 3, 2024: SEC Freshman of the Week

For the week ending December 3, 2024, Joyce Edwards was named the SEC Freshman of the Week, following her first career double-double.

2024: McDonald's All-American, Nike Hoop Summit and Jordan Brand Classic

In 2024, Joyce Edwards played in the McDonald's All-American Girls Game and was named co-MVP with 19 points, competed at the Nike Hoop Summit leading Team USA with 25 points, and at the Jordan Brand Classic where she scored 25 points and was named MVP.

2024: Ranked Number Two Player

In 2024, Joyce Edwards was considered a five-star recruit and the number two player in the 2024 class, according to ESPN.

2024: Top Player in the 2024 Class

In 2024, Joyce Edwards was recognized as a five-star recruit and one of the top players in the 2024 class, marking a significant point in her early basketball career.

June 19, 2025: Named to Team USA AmeriCup Roster

On June 19, 2025, Joyce Edwards was named to team USA's roster for the 2025 FIBA Women's AmeriCup.

November 15, 2025: First Double-Double of the Season

On November 15, 2025, Joyce Edwards recorded 17 points and ten rebounds against USC for her first double-double of the season.

December 7, 2025: Second Double-Double of the Season

On December 7, 2025, Joyce Edwards achieved her second double-double of the season against North Carolina Central, recording 25 points, ten rebounds, and a career-high six assists.