Anderson Signs Transfer Nicole Koong

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Head coach Kalen Anderson announced the addition of transfer Nicole Koong (Cal Poly) to her program on Wednesday as she signed a financial aid agreement to join the Gamecocks for the 2026-27 season.

Nicole Koong – Cal Poly – Sammamish, Wash.
• Played two seasons at Cal Poly where she was a two-time All-Big West honoree
• Logged a 73.70 scoring average in 65 career rounds played (22 par or better) with six top-10 finishes
• As a sophomore in 2025-26, was named First Team All-Big West after leading the Mustangs with a 72.90 scoring average, 15 rounds of par or better, nine top-20 finishes and four top-10s
• Led the team with a T-18^th finish at the 2026 NCAA Stanford Regional with a 54-hole total of 215 (+2)
• Finished T-5^th at the 2026 Big West Championship, shooting 216 (E) ; helped Cal Poly to a six-shot win, the program’s fifth Big West title all-time
• As a freshman in 2024-25, earned Honorable Mention All-Big West honors with a scoring average of 74.50 ; had three top-20 finishes and two top-10s

Anderson on Koong
“Nicole is exactly the type of student-athlete we look for at South Carolina. She brings a tremendous work ethic, a competitive mindset and a genuine passion for getting better every day. What stood out to us throughout the recruiting process was her maturity, character and commitment to excellence both on the course and in the classroom. We believe she has the talent and determination to make a significant impact on our program, and we’re excited to welcome her to the Gamecock family.”

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