Kim Mulkey’s Quote About Tessa Johnson Just Got Printed On Chloe Kitts’ Hoodie [PHOTO]

As much as the players and coaches are preparing for the March Madness games, the fans are ready with their part as well. The UConn Huskies are still the team to beat, while the UCLA Bruins are a strong challenger in the competition. Another challenger on the horizon is the South Carolina Gamecocks, with players like Raven Johnson, Tessa Johnson, and Joyce Edwards making offensive plays.

All three stars have been very impactful for Dawn Staley’s team and have even had personal gains. For Raven Johnson, her scoring surge is boosting her WNBA draft prospects, while Edward’s high-scoring nights also highlight her efficient plays. As for the Junior guard, she got a special love from fans.

Fans Use Kim Mulkey’s Quote About Tessa Johnson

During the practice session, injured star Chole Kitts showed her love and support for the star guard as she wore a hoodie and a t-shirt with Tessa Johnson’s childhood photo on it. And around the photo, there were Kim Mulkey’s ‘golden words’ about the 21-year-old Gamecocks star: Who can guard Tess?

The photo on social media went viral, and fans talked about it during USC’s latest NCAA Tournament run.

Chloe Kitts’ hoodie 😂 pic.twitter.com/jKjAe2TDKP

— espnW (@espnW) March 28, 2026

From a statistical point of view, the player is shooting an impressive 46% from the field and has also netted the most three pointers for the Gamecocks in the season. Though the flow of offence and player movements helped her to get most of the open looks, the LSU Coach’s words were indirect praise for Tessa’s immaculate shooting.

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Fans have already dedicated a rap song to the former McDonald’s All-American and also have a suitable nickname for the star.

Tessa Johnson Earns ‘Tournament Tessa’ Nickname

Shining under the spotlight, Johnson was the top scorer for the Gamecocks in the 2024 NCAA Championship game, which was her freshman year. While her performance helped the side lift the national championship, she remained the team’s offensive focus throughout her career.

In the following years, too, the player led the side in scoring with higher efficiency and effectiveness, earning her the name ‘Tournament Tessa’. The player reflected on her new name, as she said, “I would like me to play like Tournament Tessa stinking every single game. And I need to be more consistent throughout the season. If I was consistent throughout the season and also (added on) in the tournament, then I would like Tournament Tessa.”

"I guess we'll see." 👀

Tessa Johnson explains that she's switched her perspective on the "Tournament Tessa" nickname. It used to bother her because she felt it meant she wasn't consistent in the regular season. She feels she has been but could still have another gear. pic.twitter.com/AClGvn25Z5

— Noah Chast (@NoahChastTV) March 20, 2026

While Coach Staley celebrated her 500th career win with Johnson, the duo needs to be on point once again if they want to celebrate the National championship together.