BREAKING: 5-Star Phenom Joyce Edwards Makes SHOCKING Commitment to LSU Tigers—Kim Mulkey’s Dynasty Just Got SCARIER…. See More

Baton Rouge, LA — May 29, 2025** — In a move that has sent shockwaves across the college basketball world, Joyce Edwards the No. 1 ranked forward and one of the most sought-after recruits in the nation, has officially committed to the LSU Tigers, adding even more firepower to Kim Mulkey’s rapidly growing dynasty in Baton Rouge.

The 6-foot-3 five-star phenom, who hails from Camden, South Carolina, made her surprise announcement during a live-streamed press conference attended by family, media, and representatives from several elite programs. Edwards had previously narrowed her top schools to South Carolina UConn, and LSU with most experts predicting she would stay in-state with the Gamecocks. But in a twist that few saw coming, she chose the purple and gold of LSU.

This decision wasn’t just about basketball,” Edwards said during her announcement. “It was about legacy. It was about where I felt the most at home, the most inspired — and that was LSU. Coach Mulkey is building something legendary, and I want to be part of it.

Joyce Edwards is widely regarded as a generational talent. Known for her elite athleticism, court vision, rebounding dominance, and scoring versatility, she has long been projected as a future WNBA lottery pick. During her senior year at Camden High School, she averaged 27.8 points 12.5 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game while leading her team to a state title and earning numerous national honors including McDonald’s All-American Naismith Player of the Year finalist and FIBA U18 gold medalist with Team USA.

Coach Kim Mulkey, a three-time national champion and one of the most respected figures in the sport, has already transformed LSU women’s basketball into a perennial powerhouse since arriving in 2021. With a national title in 2023 and consistent Final Four appearances, Mulkey has created a winning culture that’s both magnetic and intimidating.

Joyce is a once-in-a-lifetime player,” Mulkey said after the announcement. She’s smart, she’s tough, and she has that drive you just can’t teach. She’s exactly what LSU stands for — and we’re not done yet.

The basketball world reacted instantly. Social media platforms lit up with trending hashtags like WNBA stars, ESPN analysts, and even former LSU greats like Seimone Augustus praised the decision.

LSU just became unfair tweeted a prominent college basketball analyst. Joyce Edwards takes this program from elite to untouchable.”

Recruits across the country have taken notice too, with some reportedly reconsidering their own choices as LSU continues to cement itself as the destination for elite talent.

With Joyce Edwards set to arrive on campus in the fall of 2025, the Tigers are poised to be national title favorites yet again. She joins a roster that features other high-profile stars, including sophomore standouts and a top-5 incoming class. The synergy between experience and young elite talent could make LSU one of the most dominant teams women’s basketball has ever seen.

Beyond the hardwood, Edwards’ commitment has also energized LSU fans and boosters, with ticket sales, merchandise, and NIL buzz already on the rise.

In college sports, there are moments that shift the narrative, tilt the power balance, and change the future. Joyce Edwards choosing LSU is one of those moments.

Coach Mulkey’s message is clear: LSU isn’t just trying to win — they’re building an empire. And with Joyce Edwards leading the next wave, the rest of the NCAA might want to brace for impact.