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Ava Watson prepares for key role in Ohio State women’s basketball

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 1:31 PM

Last updated Oct 20, 2026

Ava Watson prepares for key role in Ohio State women’s basketball
Summary

Ava Watson is set to enter her junior season with Ohio State women’s basketball as they start their campaign on November 2 against Illinois Chicago. With the departure of Chance Gray, Watson aims to fill the shooting guard position. After a season marked by fluctuating performance, Watson recorded a career-high 7.2 points per game last year and has focused on improving her confidence during the offseason. She was already a key contributor following her integration into the starting lineup due to injuries and aims to elevate her role in the upcoming season.

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  • •Ohio State begins its season on November 2 against Illinois Chicago.
  • •Watson aims to replace scoring specialist Chance Gray.
  • •She averaged 7.2 points, 2.2 rebounds, and 2.3 assists last season.
  • •Watson gained valuable experience by starting due to injuries last year.
  • •The team returns four of five starters from the previous season.
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  • 1:31 PMYahoo Sports — Ava Watson: Ohio State women’s basketball 2026-27 player preview
What they're saying
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To tip off 2026-27 player previews, Ava Watson has offensive shoes to fill in her junior season for Ohio State women’s basketball

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