Madina Okot, a 6’6″ center transferring from Mississippi State, recently visited South Carolina, fueling speculation about her future. Okot, who averaged 11.3 points and 9.6 rebounds last season, could address a key frontcourt need for the Gamecocks after Saniya Feagin departed for the WNBA.
Her visit comes at a pivotal time during the active transfer portal season and could signal a major addition for head coach Dawn Staley. With standout sophomore guard MiLaysia Fulwiley, the team’s second-leading scorer, now in the portal, Okot’s potential commitment adds another layer of intrigue to South Carolina’s shifting roster dynamics.
South Carolina Gamecocks in Play for Mississippi State Transfer Madina Okot
Mississippi State transfer Madina Okot has become a major name in the women’s basketball transfer portal, and her recent visit to South Carolina has intensified speculation. At 6’6″, Okot brings size and skill to the frontcourt, and her weekend in Columbia was anything but under the radar.
She was spotted strolling around downtown with Gamecock forwards Maryam Dauda and Adhel Tac, several moments of which were captured on social media, including posts from Raven Johnson’s Instagram.
Mississippi State transfer Madina Okot via Raven Johnson’s IG.
Okot’s been hanging out with @GamecockWBB today and they aren’t being shy about it. pic.twitter.com/LLBWXMgyfK
— Jared Parker (@jaredparkertv) April 19, 2025
Okot’s path to prominence began overseas in Kenya before she moved to the junior college level. Eventually, she made an immediate impact with the Bulldogs. During the 2024–25 season, she started every game for Mississippi State and averaged 11.3 points and 9.6 rebounds per contest.
Her dominance on the boards was a defining trait. She recorded double-digit rebounds in 17 of the team’s 34 games.
The game against Vanderbilt was certainly the moment of the whole season: 21 points and 23 rebounds in one game. Also, in a game against Maryland-Eastern Shore, Okot presented her offensive skills by recording a career-best 26 points with 13-of-16 shooting.
She led the SEC in field goal percentage, shooting 64.9%, and achieved 12 double-doubles throughout the season.
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Besides, she was able to send it back into a total of 38 shots during the campaign on the defense side. Even in the NCAA Tournament spotlight, Okot remained productive, notching 14 points and 13 rebounds against California. Her style blends traditional post play with strong footwork and an ability to attack the paint, setting her apart from typical centers.
South Carolina has long been linked to Okot as a likely landing spot, though no official decision has been made. Her visit, made public through social media, hints at mutual interest. While her eligibility status remains slightly unclear, her talent is not, and South Carolina is clearly in the mix.
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