When people talk about great coaching duos in women’s basketball, Geno Auriemma and Chris Dailey often come up. They have led UConn together since 1988. Their teamwork built a true basketball dynasty. But another strong duo is rising in South Carolina. Dawn Staley and Lisa Boyer are making their mark. Together, they are building a legacy of success. Their leadership, hard work, and passion are shaping the future of women’s basketball.

Staley and Boyer: A Powerful Coaching Duo

Dawn Staley and Lisa Boyer are more than just a coach and assistant. Much like Geno Auriemma and Chris Dailey, they share a strong bond. Their teamwork is built on trust, respect, and a shared goal. Together, they changed the game at South Carolina. The Gamecocks have won 3 NCAA championships, reached 6 Final Fours, and claimed 8 SEC Tournament titles. They also won 8 SEC regular-season crowns.

Their story began long before South Carolina. Boyer once coached Staley during her time with the Philadelphia Rage. That early connection built a lasting friendship. Lisa Boyer has over 40 years of coaching experience. She made history as the first woman on an NBA coaching staff. In 2002, she joined Staley at Temple after almost leaving coaching for good.

A Message That Sparked Rumors

Dawn Staley and Lisa Boyer have a very close bond. In 2018, Dawn posted a message on X(called Twitter at the time). She wanted to celebrate ten years of working with Boyer at South Carolina. The post was warm and funny. But some fans misunderstood it. They started rumors that the two might be dating. Here’s what Dawn wrote: “Boyer!! We are that old married couple who started young and will grow old together.

You put the ride and die in the RIDE and DIE! Proud of you Boyer. Thanks for sacrificing your career to help me serve our teams, program, university, and state. What a ride?!” Her words showed deep friendship, trust, and respect. Nothing more just two coaches who built something great together.

Lisa Boyer: The Heart of the Gamecocks

It’s true Dawn Staley and Lisa Boyer are not a couple. But they are a perfect match in the world of basketball. Their coaching chemistry is strong both on and off the court. Together, they’ve won over 600 games. That’s a legendary record. Spend just a few weeks with South Carolina basketball, and you’ll see Lisa’s impact. Her voice guides every play. Her leadership shapes every player. Still not convinced? Let’s take a closer look at what makes Lisa Boyer the true backbone of this powerhouse team.

Staley Gives Credit Where It’s Due

Dawn Staley never misses a chance to praise Lisa Boyer. She knows how important Boyer is to her success as a coach. Again and again, Staley has said that she couldn’t have done it alone. She always highlights Boyer’s hard work and deep basketball knowledge. Staley once said, “When I want to not think about basketball, she’s always thinking about basketball. I know I would not have been as successful without her expertise, her tirelessness… she thinks about every single thing.” Their partnership is built on trust, respect, and shared goals. It’s one of the best in college basketball.

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