The NCAA Tournament is a stage where new stars emerge, particularly in women’s basketball, where top talents often deliver their most impressive performances in March.
Recently, Caitlin Clark captivated audiences with her exceptional skills in scoring, passing, and shooting. This raises the question: where does she stand among the greatest players in women’s college basketball history? Who are the top players of all time?
Top 10 Women’s College Basketball Players of All Time
10. Lynette Woodard, Kansas (1978-81)
Before Caitlin Clark’s rise at Iowa, Woodard was recognized as the top scorer in women’s college basketball history, finishing her Kansas career with an impressive 3,649 points and earning All-American honors in each of her four seasons.
9. A’ja Wilson, South Carolina (2015-18)
Wilson was a dominant force at South Carolina, accumulating 2,389 career points and earning All-American status every year. She played a key role in leading the Gamecocks to a championship in 2017, while also being recognized as Player of the Year in 2018.
8. Candace Parker, Tennessee (2004-08)
Parker shone as a college star, winning the Wooden Award twice and being named an All-American throughout her three seasons. Under her leadership, the Volunteers won back-to-back national titles during her final two years.
7. Brittney Griner, Baylor (2009-13)
Griner’s college career at Baylor was marked by her size and skill, winning two Wooden Awards and having an impressive scoring record with 3,283 points, ranking her sixth on the all-time NCAA scoring list.
6. Maya Moore, UConn (2007-11)
A key player for UConn, Moore led the team to two national championships while garnering multiple Player of the Year awards. Her impressive performance in her senior year saw her average 22.8 points per game.
5. Chamique Holdsclaw, Tennessee (1996-99)
Holdsclaw made a significant impact at Tennessee, finishing her career with averages of over 20 points and 8 rebounds per game. She was a standout player, winning two consecutive Player of the Year awards in her final two seasons.
4. Cheryl Miller, USC (1983-86)
Miller was a high-scoring and versatile player, racking up over 20 points per game across her career, including over 25 points in her last two seasons. Moreover, she was a stellar rebounder, averaging double-digit rebounds in three consecutive years.
3. Diana Taurasi, UConn (2000-04)
One of UConn’s legends, Taurasi helped the team secure three national titles and was a three-time All-American. She was recognized as the NCAA Tournament’s Most Outstanding Player twice during her career.
2. Caitlin Clark, Iowa (2020-2023)
Clark stands out as the top scorer in NCAA history, nearly reaching the 4,000-point mark. She is a three-time Big Ten Player of the Year and earned the Naismith Award twice, leaving an indelible mark on the sport with her remarkable scoring ability.
1. Breanna Stewart, UConn (2012-2016)
Stewart is the top player on this list, leading UConn to national titles in all four of her seasons. Recognized as the Most Outstanding Player during each of those championship runs, she also excelled defensively, leading the nation with 3.4 blocks per game in her senior year.
Honorable Mentions:
- Kelsey Plum, Washington (2014-17)
- Sabrina Ionescu, Oregon (2017-20)
- Elena Delle Donne, Delaware (2010-13)
- Sheryl Swoopes, Texas Tech (1992-93)
- Rebecca Lobo, UConn (1992-95)
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