When asked whether that loss to Iowa (and star guard Caitlin Clark) in the 2023 Final Four was the toughest loss of her coaching career, Staley said, "Yes. Yes. Not for me, but for my players.

Dawn Staley has cemented her status as one of the greatest coaches in women's college basketball history, guiding South Carolina to three national championships and seven Final Four appearances ...

Dawn Staley conceded that Caitlin Clark handed her the “toughest loss” of her coaching career at South Carolina. Before taking the WNBA by storm by earning All-Star and Rookie of the Year ...

When asked whether that loss to Iowa (and star guard Caitlin Clark) in the 2023 Final Four was the toughest loss of her coaching career, Staley said, "Yes. Yes. Not for me, but for my players.