Few moments in college basketball have captured people’s hearts like the Women’s Final Four. That’s where legends were born, and they made history. Over the years, many athletes have defined their careers with incredible performances.
Now, let’s take some moments to see the 10 athletes who secured their names on the list of players who played in the final four.
10 All-Time Legendary Players Who Played in the Final Four
1. Breanna Stewart (UConn)
Breanna Stewart made her own name in the field of creating dominance on the court. The UConn legend led the Huskies to four straight national championships (2013-2016). If that wasn’t enough, she also earned the Most Outstanding Player (MOP) honors in every Final Four appearance.
It’s good to say it’s a feat that remains unmatched in NCAA history. Stewart averaged 19.4 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 3.3 blocks per Final Four game. Her performance in the biggest moments made her arguably the greatest Final Four player ever.
2. Diana Taurasi (UConn)
No player has ever exuded confidence on the Final Four stage like Diana Taurasi did. That sass made her the fiery leader of the Huskies. She led UConn to three straight national titles (2002-2004) and declared, “We have Diana, and you don’t,” before delivering clutch performances.
Her passing and shot-making made her nearly unstoppable and pretty difficult to beat on the court. The athlete even won MOP in 2003 and 2004 while averaging over 20 points per game in those runs.
3. Cheryl Miller (USC)
Cheryl Miller started her journey with the USC before it even made history. Miller carried USC to back-to-back championships in 1983 and 1984. She dominated on both ends of the court as a true pioneer of the game. Miller scored 27 points in the 1983 title game while setting the tone for future stars.
4. Maya Moore (UConn)
Maya Moore was the definition of clutch. She is a two-time national champion (2009, 2010). With that, Moore played in three consecutive Final Fours, and that’s where she consistently delivered jaw-dropping performances.
Moore averaged 21.4 points per game in the Final Four and was named MOP in 2010. Whether it was her smooth shooting or leadership, during her time, Moore was one of UConn’s most complete players ever.
5. Candace Parker (Tennessee)
Candace Parker was a powerhouse in the mid-2000s, and her fans literally fought to get tickets to her games. She led Tennessee to back-to-back national titles in 2007 and 2008 under legendary coach Pat Summitt.
Despite playing with a dislocated shoulder in the 2008 Final Four, Parker dominated incredibly on the court. The star player scored 17 points in the championship game against Stanford.
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6. Sheryl Swoopes (Texas Tech)
If you’re looking for the single greatest Final Four performance, Sheryl Swoopes is the name. If you are already impressed, she has more under her belt. The 1993 NCAA title game is tough to beat.
The Texas Tech superstar scored 47 points in the championship game, setting a record that still stands. She was named MOP of the tournament right after averaging 35 points per game. Swoopes also led Texas Tech to its first and only national title.
7. Brittney Griner (Baylor)
Standing at 6’9″, Brittney Griner was an unstoppable force on the court. She led Baylor to a perfect 40-0 season and a national title in 2012. And she did it by blocking shots and dunking like no one had seen before.
Griner was named MOP of the Final Four, as she averaged 26 points and 12 rebounds in the two biggest games of the year. Her dominance made Baylor one of the most feared teams in tournament history.
8. Seimone Augustus (LSU)
Seimone Augustus may not have won a national championship, but her three straight Final Four appearances (2004-2006) with LSU showcased some brilliance. She was considered the smoothest scorer in women’s basketball history. Augustus was a two-time National Player of the Year and averaged over 23 points per game in Final Four matchups.
9. Rebecca Lobo (UConn)
Rebecca Lobo helped put UConn on the map in the mid-1990s. She led the Huskies to their first-ever national championship in 1995 with an undefeated 35-0 season. Lobo was the heart and soul of the team, not only for her gameplay but also for her nature. She averaged a double-double in the Final Four and secured MOP honors.
10. Aliyah Boston (South Carolina)
Aliyah Boston was a defensive and rebounding machine, according to many analysts of her time. She helped South Carolina capture the 2022 national championship. She won MOP of the Final Four after recording 23 points and 18 rebounds in the semifinal against Louisville.
Boston also anchored one of the greatest defenses in tournament history. Boston’s impact on South Carolina basketball helped solidify Dawn Staley’s program as a powerhouse.
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The Women’s Final Four has always been a showcase for the best talent in the sport, and the players on this list have defined greatness on college basketball’s biggest stage. Whether it was Taurasi’s killer instinct, Stewart’s unbreakable dominance, or Swoopes’ record-setting performance, each of these legends left an indelible mark on history.
With the 2025 Final Four approaching, who do you think will be the next player to etch their name into history?
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