Clemson Women’s Basketball Gets Major Boost as Mia Moore Receives NCAA Eligibility for 2026-27 Season
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Clemson women’s basketball has received a significant boost ahead of the 2026-27 campaign, as graduate guard Mia Moore has been granted eligibility by the NCAA to compete this season.
The decision clears the way for Moore to return to the court after a standout campaign that established her as one of the ACC’s top performers and a key figure in Clemson’s backcourt.
Mia Moore Returns After Breakout Season
Moore put together an impressive 2025-26 season, averaging 13.3 points, 5.4 rebounds, 4.7 assists and 1.3 steals per game. Her all-around production helped earn her second-team All-ACC recognition and a spot as a regional finalist for the Women’s Basketball Coaches Association (WBCA) Coaches’ All-America Team.
She also was named to the Baha Mar All-Tournament Team and became a finalist for the 2026 Lilly Women’s College All-Star Game.
Moore’s accomplishments extended beyond the court. She earned College Sports Communicators Academic All-District honors and was a finalist for Academic All-America recognition, highlighting her work in the classroom alongside her performance in competition.
Record-Setting Moments Defined Moore’s Season
Moore delivered several memorable performances during the season, including consecutive games with at least 30 points. She scored 30 against Boston College on Feb. 8 and followed with 31 against Georgia Tech on Feb. 12.
The back-to-back scoring outbursts marked the first time a Clemson player had recorded 30 or more points in consecutive wins since Barbara Kennedy-Dixon accomplished the feat during the 1981-82 season.
Moore also made program history in an overtime victory against Wake Forest on Jan. 18. She scored 16 points in the game, including 10 during overtime, setting a Clemson record for the most points scored by an individual player in an overtime period.
Earlier in January, Moore reached another milestone by becoming the 32nd player in Clemson women’s basketball history to score 1,000 career points at the school. She reached the mark against Georgia Tech on Jan. 11.
Her achievements also earned national recognition off the court. Moore was nominated by the ACC to attend the NCAA Above the Rim Summit, held April 2-5 in Phoenix, Arizona.
What It Really Means for Clemson
Moore’s eligibility gives Clemson an experienced, versatile guard with proven scoring ability and the playmaking skills to help lead the offense.
Her averages of 4.7 assists and 5.4 rebounds per game show that her impact extends beyond putting points on the scoreboard. She can create opportunities for teammates, contribute on the glass and generate defensive plays.
Her return also brings a player who has already delivered in high-pressure situations, from consecutive 30-point performances to a record-setting overtime effort. With her eligibility confirmed, Clemson can look to build on that production as it prepares for the 2026-27 season.
Source: Clemson Women’s Basketball
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