History of JuJu Watkins in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: March 2, 2026

Judea Skies "JuJu" Watkins is an American college basketball player currently playing for the USC Trojans in the Big Ten Conference. Details about her specific achievements, playing style, or future prospects were not provided in the prompt.

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1984: Tina Hutchinson's Division I Freshman Scoring Record

Since 1984, Tina Hutchinson of San Diego State held the Division I freshman scoring record, which was broken by JuJu Watkins in 2024.

1989: Cherie Nelson's USC Single-Game Scoring Record

Since 1989, Cherie Nelson held the USC single-game scoring record until JuJu Watkins broke it in 2024.

1990: Lisa Leslie's Freshman Debut Points Record

In 1990, Lisa Leslie set the USC record for points in a freshman debut, which was later surpassed by JuJu Watkins in 2023.

July 15, 2005: JuJu Watkins Born

On July 15, 2005, Judea Skies "JuJu" Watkins was born. She is an American college basketball player.

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2010: Elena Delle Donne's 50-Point Game

In 2010, Elena Delle Donne of Delaware had the first 50-point game by an NCAA Division I freshman, a feat matched by JuJu Watkins in 2024.

2014: USC's Previous Pac-12 Tournament Win

In 2014, USC won the Pac-12 tournament, marking the last time they had won it before JuJu Watkins led them to victory in 2024.

2020: Sports Illustrated Kids SportsKid of the Year

In 2020, JuJu Watkins was named SportsKid of the Year by Sports Illustrated Kids.

2021: FIBA Under-16 Americas Championship MVP

In 2021, JuJu Watkins was named Most Valuable Player of the FIBA Under-16 Americas Championship after winning a gold medal with the United States.

November 15, 2022: Committed to USC

On November 15, 2022, JuJu Watkins announced her commitment to USC over offers from South Carolina and Stanford.

2022: Signed with Klutch Sports Group and Nike

In 2022, JuJu Watkins signed with Klutch Sports Group, becoming their first female athlete, and also signed a name, image, and likeness (NIL) deal with Nike.

2022: FIBA Under-17 World Cup MVP

In 2022, JuJu Watkins was named the Most Valuable Player of the FIBA Under-17 World Cup after winning a gold medal with the United States.

November 6, 2023: College Debut

On November 6, 2023, JuJu Watkins made her college debut, scoring 32 points in an 83-74 upset win over AP No. 7 Ohio State, setting the USC record for points in a freshman debut.

2023: Ranked #1 Player in 2023 Class

In 2023, JuJu Watkins was considered a five-star recruit and the number one player in her class, according to ESPN.

January 14, 2024: Win Over AP No. 2 UCLA

On January 14, 2024, JuJu Watkins recorded 32 points and 10 rebounds in a 73–65 win over AP No. 2 UCLA.

October 2024: Nike Contract Extension

In October 2024, JuJu Watkins signed a multi-year contract extension with Nike, described as one of the largest shoe deals in women's basketball.

November 4, 2024: Season Debut

On November 4, 2024, JuJu Watkins posted 27 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks in a 68-66 win over AP No. 20 Ole Miss.

2024: Pac-12 Tournament Win and NCAA Tournament Elite Eight Appearance

In 2024, JuJu Watkins led USC to win its first Pac-12 tournament since 2014 and also led the team to the Elite Eight of the NCAA tournament, where she broke the Division I freshman scoring record.

2024: Ann Meyers Drysdale Shooting Guard of the Year

In 2024, JuJu Watkins won the Ann Meyers Drysdale Shooting Guard of the Year, becoming the first ever back to back winner of the award.

January 12, 2025: Win Over Penn State

On January 12, 2025, JuJu Watkins posted 35 points on 13-of-15 shooting, 11 rebounds, and five steals in a 95–73 win over Penn State.

March 24, 2025: ACL Tear

On March 24, 2025, USC announced that JuJu Watkins had torn the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in her right knee during a game against Mississippi State, effectively ending her sophomore season.