Baton Rouge, Louisiana – A highly sought-after high school basketball prospect is set to visit both Louisiana State University (LSU) and the University of South Carolina this weekend, as multiple collegiate programs vie for her commitment. Caroline Bradley, a five-star forward from Oak Grove High School in Louisiana, ranked as the No. 3 overall prospect in the 2027 recruiting cycle, will be in Baton Rouge on Saturday to witness a matchup between the LSU Tigers and the South Carolina Gamecocks, led by head coach Dawn Staley.
The interest from both programs is significant. Bradley, standing at 6-foot-5, is considered the top prospect in Louisiana and has already garnered offers from a wide range of universities. South Carolina extended an offer over the summer, while LSU has made Bradley a priority recruit, with the coaching staff maintaining consistent contact.
Kim Mulkey, head coach of the LSU Tigers, and her staff have demonstrated a concerted effort to build a relationship with Bradley. In December, the entire LSU coaching staff traveled to River Ridge, Louisiana, to observe Bradley during a game against John Curtis High School. This was one of numerous meetings between the LSU staff and Bradley over the past two years, including visits to her high school in Oak Grove. The frequency of these interactions suggests a strong push to secure her commitment.
Bradley’s performance on the court has solidified her status as an elite recruit. Last season, as a sophomore, she averaged 20.6 points, 14.5 rebounds, 2.6 blocked shots, and 2.5 assists, playing a key role in Oak Grove’s pursuit of a state championship. Her size and ability to play through contact are particularly noted by scouts, as is her developing court awareness and passing ability.
According to 247Sports, Bradley “has the size on the interior that makes it difficult for high school prospects to keep her off the glass on either end of the court.” The scouting report further notes her comfort level playing through contact and her potential to anticipate double teams, allowing her to make effective passes to open teammates. Her consistent pace of play and lateral movement are also highlighted as strengths for a player of her size.
While LSU appears to be in a strong position, having hosted Bradley for multiple unofficial visits, other top programs are also actively pursuing her. South Carolina, with its established success under Dawn Staley – including three NCAA Division I tournament championships (2017, 2022, 2024) and consistent dominance in the Southeastern Conference – represents a formidable competitor. Staley’s program has a proven track record of developing elite talent and competing at the highest level of collegiate basketball.
The visit to Baton Rouge this Saturday provides Bradley with an opportunity to experience the atmosphere of a high-profile game firsthand and further evaluate her options. The matchup against South Carolina adds another layer of significance, allowing her to observe Staley’s program in action while simultaneously engaging with the LSU coaching staff and campus environment.
The recruitment of Bradley underscores the increasingly competitive landscape of women’s college basketball. Elite programs are investing significant resources in identifying and securing top talent, recognizing the importance of building a strong foundation for sustained success. Bradley’s decision will undoubtedly have a ripple effect, influencing the recruiting strategies of other programs and shaping the future of the sport.
The stakes are high for both LSU and South Carolina, as they seek to add a player with the potential to become a cornerstone of their respective programs. Bradley’s continued development and success will be closely watched as she navigates her junior campaign and ultimately makes her collegiate choice.
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