No. 1 South Carolina leaning on its defense in NCAA tourney
2 years, 9 months ago

No. 1 South Carolina leaning on its defense in NCAA tourney

Associated Press  

GREENSBORO, N.C. — No. There’s no option, Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley said, if her players want to stay on the floor and South Carolina wants to keep advancing. South Carolina, the event’s overall top seed, limited to Howard to 21 points in an opening round game, the fewest points ever allowed in an NCAA Tournament game. “You’re either going to do it or you’re not.” South Carolina’s done it this season with its dominant frontcourt. Tar Heels coach Courtney Banghart has spent the week breaking down South Carolina’s defense and found little room to move.

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Edwards scores 20 as No. 2 South Carolina wins 64th straight at home, 82-46 over Charleston Southern
5 days, 19 hours ago

Edwards scores 20 as No. 2 South Carolina wins 64th straight at home, 82-46 over Charleston Southern

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 2 South Carolina shook off an awful start to win its 64th straight home game, a 82-46 victory over Charleston Southern on Thursday. Bree Hall hit a 3-pointer to start a 23-11 run to gain control and South Carolina pulled away over the final two …

South Carolina State hosts Kelly and Charleston Southern
2 weeks, 2 days ago

South Carolina State hosts Kelly and Charleston Southern

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Charleston Southern Buccaneers at South Carolina State Bulldogs Orangeburg, South Carolina; Monday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Bulldogs -1.5; over/under is 143.5 BOTTOM LINE: Charleston Southern visits South Carolina State after Taje’ Kelly scored 22 points in Charleston Southern’s 73-72 loss to the Davidson …

Boston College and South Carolina to meet in out-of-conference game
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Boston College and South Carolina to meet in out-of-conference game

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! South Carolina Gamecocks at Boston College Eagles Boston; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Gamecocks -3; over/under is 137.5 BOTTOM LINE: Boston College takes on South Carolina in out-of-conference action. Boston College’s average of 6.5 made 3-pointers per game this season is only 0.6 …

No. 4 South Carolina, coming off rare loss, uses 32-0 run to roll past No. 15 Iowa State 76-36
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

No. 4 South Carolina, coming off rare loss, uses 32-0 run to roll past No. 15 Iowa State 76-36

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! Audi Crooks had 13 points and nine rebounds for Iowa State, and Mackenzie Hare scored 12 for the Cyclones. Takeaways Iowa State: The last time the Cyclones didn’t score more than 36 points was Jan. 14, 2012, a 59-33 loss to Texas A&M. South Carolina: …

No. 1 South Carolina women stunned by fifth-ranked UCLA 77-62, ending Gamecocks’ 43-game win streak
1 month ago

No. 1 South Carolina women stunned by fifth-ranked UCLA 77-62, ending Gamecocks’ 43-game win streak

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! 1 South Carolina 77-62 on Sunday, ending the Gamecocks’ overall 43-game winning streak and their run of 33 consecutive road victories. The Gamecocks lost for the first time since April 2023, when Caitlin Clark and Iowa beat them in the NCAA Tournament national semifinals. Te-Hina …

No. 1 South Carolina’s 43-game win streak snapped following loss to No. 5 UCLA
1 month ago

No. 1 South Carolina’s 43-game win streak snapped following loss to No. 5 UCLA

CNN  

CNN — It was a historic night at the Pauley Pavilion in Los Angeles on Sunday. It is also South Carolina’s first road loss in 33 games, which was the third-longest streak in NCAA Division I history. 1 ranked team 🤩#B1GWBBall x #B1GStats pic.twitter.com/7aPQjP6aKg — Big Ten Women's Basketball November 24, 2024 Bruins head coach Cori Close told the FS1 …

No. 5 UCLA upsets No. 1 South Carolina, snapping Gamecocks’ 43-game win streak
1 month ago

No. 5 UCLA upsets No. 1 South Carolina, snapping Gamecocks’ 43-game win streak

New York Times  

LOS ANGELES — South Carolina didn’t just come into Sunday’s contest against UCLA as the defending national champions. 1 ranked team 🤩#B1GWBBall x #B1GStats pic.twitter.com/7aPQjP6aKg — Big Ten Women's Basketball November 24, 2024 The Bruins feature one of the few lineups in the country that isn’t overwhelmed by South Carolina’s size. South Carolina’s defense kept things close through the opening …

No. 5 UCLA ready for revenge vs. No. 1 South Carolina two years after tournament loss
1 month ago

No. 5 UCLA ready for revenge vs. No. 1 South Carolina two years after tournament loss

LA Times  

After UCLA was eliminated by South Carolina during the 2023 Sweet 16, Bruins coach Cori Close sat at the podium for her postgame news conference. “I have to be able to put this team in different and better situations, given what I’ve learned about them.” UCLA forward Janiah Barker grabs a rebound during the Bruins’ win over Arkansas on Nov. …

No. 19 South Carolina trying to keep the same mindset, intensity when it faces FCS opponent Wofford
1 month ago

No. 19 South Carolina trying to keep the same mindset, intensity when it faces FCS opponent Wofford

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — No. “I would for mediocre people, I would say it’s human nature” to let the focus wander, South Carolina linebacker Debo Williams said. “So just attack everything the same exact way, don’t change the routine.” Terriers coach Shawn Watson understands the enormous task his team is facing Saturday in South Carolina. “They have great chemistry and are …

No. 1 South Carolina reaches another milestone with program record 43rd straight win
1 month ago

No. 1 South Carolina reaches another milestone with program record 43rd straight win

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! The Gamecocks won their program-record 43rd straight game with a 77-45 win over rival Clemson on Wednesday night, surpassing the old streak that began in the 2022 NCAA Tournament and continued through the next season’s Final Four. “No, it feels great,” said Paopao, who joined …

Sellers throws career-high 5 TD passes, No. 23 South Carolina beats No. 24 Missouri 34-30
1 month, 1 week ago

Sellers throws career-high 5 TD passes, No. 23 South Carolina beats No. 24 Missouri 34-30

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! Missouri’s last chance ended with Cook was picked off by Jalon Kilgore with 5 seconds left as the Gamecocks beat three consecutive ranked teams for the first time in program history. “I just think there’s a relentlessness that our team plays with, believes in,” Missouri coach …

South Carolina Dominates Michigan in a Thrilling 68-62 Victory
1 month, 2 weeks ago

South Carolina Dominates Michigan in a Thrilling 68-62 Victory

Associated Press  

South Carolina emerged victorious over Michigan in a thrilling 68-62 contest in the Hall of Fame Series opener. Chloe Kitts and Tessa Johnson led the Gamecocks with 19 and 15 points respectively, while Syla Swords and Jordan Hobbs contributed 27 and 19 points for Michigan. Despite trailing by 64-62 with 22 seconds left, South Carolina held on to secure the …

South Carolina Soars High in Women's College Basketball Preseason Rankings
1 month, 3 weeks ago

South Carolina Soars High in Women's College Basketball Preseason Rankings

Associated Press  

South Carolina is poised to make a run at the NCAA Final Four this season, aiming to repeat their 2023 national championship success. The Gamecocks, led by Dawn Staley, boast a strong and experienced team with a high chance of returning to the Final Four. However, they face challenges from teams like UConn, USC, and Texas, who are also looking …

South Carolina Reign Supreme in SEC Women's Basketball, Ready to Face a Packed Schedule
2 months ago

South Carolina Reign Supreme in SEC Women's Basketball, Ready to Face a Packed Schedule

Associated Press  

South Carolina remains a force in the SEC women's basketball league, ranking No. 1 in the preseason AP Top 25. The Longhorns are expected to contend for a top-four finish this season, with the addition of Oklahoma and Texas bolstering their chances. The Gamecocks, led by Dawn Staley, are aiming to defend their national title, while LSU and Texas will …

South Carolina's Rising Stars Shine in First NCAA Tournament Appearance Since 2017
2 months ago

South Carolina's Rising Stars Shine in First NCAA Tournament Appearance Since 2017

Associated Press  

South Carolina is looking to build on its recent success in the SEC, with the team aiming to return to the NCAA Tournament after seven years. The Gamecocks made their first appearance in seven years with a strong performance in the SEC, showcasing the potential of their young players. With the return of sophomore Collin Murray-Boyles and the emergence of …

SEC This Week: First-place South Carolina looks to validate start against No. 16 LSU
3 months, 1 week ago

SEC This Week: First-place South Carolina looks to validate start against No. 16 LSU

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! The Eagles opened with two wins under first-year coach Bill O’Brien and made the AP Top 25 for the first time since 2018. Impact player Ole Miss quarterback Jaxson Dart set an SEC record by completing his first 24 passes in a wipeout of Middle Tennessee …

No. 16 LSU facing first-place South Carolina in its SEC opener
3 months, 1 week ago

No. 16 LSU facing first-place South Carolina in its SEC opener

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! The Tigers open Southeastern Conference play Saturday against first-place South Carolina, whose 31-6 win at Kentucky last week is the only SEC game played so far. South Carolina coach Shane Beamer said LSU’s offensive line will present a big challenge. “But like I told our players, …

South Carolina struggles on offense in opener, must fix things before SEC start at Kentucky
3 months, 3 weeks ago

South Carolina struggles on offense in opener, must fix things before SEC start at Kentucky

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 college football poll is back every week throughout the season! “Starting with me.” And things won’t get easier as the Gamecocks start Southeastern Conference play at Kentucky — it’s the first league game of the season and the only one played Saturday. It was South Carolina’s defense that made the game-changing plays, forcing an Old Dominion …

Defending champion South Carolina to open season in Las Vegas against Michigan
7 months ago

Defending champion South Carolina to open season in Las Vegas against Michigan

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Defending national champion South Carolina has another splashy opening planned. A year ago, South Carolina began their undefeated, championship season by defeating Notre Dame in Paris. “We’re excited to have another great destination and event to start our 2024-25 season, for our team and for our FAMS,” South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley said. The win over …

A look at a few keys for South Carolina and Iowa to win the NCAA women’s championship
8 months, 2 weeks ago

A look at a few keys for South Carolina and Iowa to win the NCAA women’s championship

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Caitlin Clark and Iowa will try to win the school’s first national championship. For South Carolina to win its third national championship and second in three seasons here are a few keys: INSIDE DOMINANCE South Carolina has a distinct advantage inside led by 6-foot-7 center Kamilla Cardoso. “And that’s what makes us a great team.” For Iowa to …

South Carolina women stay perfect, surge past N.C. State 78-59 to reach NCAA title game
8 months, 2 weeks ago

South Carolina women stay perfect, surge past N.C. State 78-59 to reach NCAA title game

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — Perfectly dominant. With All-America center Kamilla Cardoso scoring 22 points, the Gamecocks emphatically kept their unbeaten season going, advancing to the championship game of the women’s NCAA Tournament with a 78-59 victory over North Carolina State on Friday night. South Carolina will meet Caitlin Clark and Iowa for the national title on Sunday in a rematch of a …

South Carolina is unbeaten and maybe underrated as it heads into women’s Final Four seeking title
8 months, 2 weeks ago

South Carolina is unbeaten and maybe underrated as it heads into women’s Final Four seeking title

Associated Press  

CLEVELAND — South Carolina has no losses, and maybe not enough love. 3 seed North Carolina State in Friday’s first national semifinal — an undercard of sorts to the Iowa vs. UConn/Caitlin Clark vs. Paige Bueckers main event — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley wasn’t complaining about any lack of national respect or coverage. “This is the best team she’s …

Defense is set to take a major role in March Madness games in Charlotte
9 months ago

Defense is set to take a major role in March Madness games in Charlotte

Associated Press  

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Chris Jans knows what he wants to see when he turns on film of his Mississippi State team’s defensive effort. Defense will be a heavy emphasis in the NCAA Tournament’s West Region games Thursday in Charlotte, where three teams that rank among the nation’s best reside in a four-team March Madness pod headlined by No. “If you …

Meet the Baby Gamecocks: Top seed South Carolina hopes its young talent will fuel March Madness run
9 months ago

Meet the Baby Gamecocks: Top seed South Carolina hopes its young talent will fuel March Madness run

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — It has been a different run of perfection for South Carolina coach Dawn Staley, fueled by a lot of precocious, talented young players who make it difficult at times to know exactly what comes next. “I mean, it’s like every day is a new day.” Freshmen MiLaysia Fulwiley and Tessa Johnson and sophomores Chloe Kitts and Ashlyn …

South Carolina nabs women’s NCAA Tournament top seed; Iowa, USC, Texas get other No. 1 seeds
9 months, 1 week ago

South Carolina nabs women’s NCAA Tournament top seed; Iowa, USC, Texas get other No. 1 seeds

New York Times  

The Athletic has live coverage of UConn vs. USC in the women’s March Madness Elite 8. Cardoso, however, will miss South Carolina’s first NCAA Tournament game after being ejected for fighting late in its SEC tournament championship victory over LSU. Unlike the men’s NCAA Tournament, for the second consecutive year, the women’s tournament will use only two host cities for …

More eyes, more scrutiny: South Carolina-LSU scrap seen as a bad look for growing women’s game
9 months, 1 week ago

More eyes, more scrutiny: South Carolina-LSU scrap seen as a bad look for growing women’s game

Associated Press  

GREENVILLE, S.C. — More eyes, more fans and more scrutiny. “I just don’t want the people who are tuning in to women’s basketball to see that and think that is our game, because it isn’t,” said South Carolina coach Dawn Staley, who apologized to the crowd and in postgame interviews. With about two minutes left in South Carolina’s 79-72 victory, …

No. 1 South Carolina wins SEC Tournament over No. 8 LSU 79-72 in game marred by skirmish, ejections
9 months, 2 weeks ago

No. 1 South Carolina wins SEC Tournament over No. 8 LSU 79-72 in game marred by skirmish, ejections

Associated Press  

GREENVILLE, S.C. — It was a Southeastern Conference Tournament celebration like no other in South Carolina’s history: Six subdued players in white championship hats stood on the podium while the rest of their teammates remained in the locker room. “We’re going to bounce back from that learn from our mistakes.” South Carolina was ahead 73-66 when Fulwiley stole the ball …

Women’s basketball Bracket Watch: South Carolina dominates. Who else deserves No. 1 seed?
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Women’s basketball Bracket Watch: South Carolina dominates. Who else deserves No. 1 seed?

New York Times  

The full women’s NCAA Tournament bracket has been set with South Carolina as the No. First Four Columbia 16 Sacred Heart 16 UT Martin Corvallis 11 Marquette 11 Miami Los Angeles 16 Holy Cross 16 Presbyterian Baton Rouge 11 Arizona 11 Texas A&M Albany 1 Columbia 1 South Carolina 16 Sacred Heart UT Martin Columbia 8 Michigan State 9 Kansas …

Cardoso and Paopao lead No. 1 Gamecocks to perfect regular season with 76-68 win over Lady Vols
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Cardoso and Paopao lead No. 1 Gamecocks to perfect regular season with 76-68 win over Lady Vols

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Kamilla Cardoso had 18 points and 14 rebounds, Te-Hina Paopao scored 14 points and No. 1 South Carolina completed its second straight perfect regular season with a 76-68 victory over Tennessee on Sunday. Cardoso and Paopao, both seniors, excelled on Senior Day as the Gamecocks won their 47th straight regular-season SEC game, their 57th straight at home …

Johnson’s 3-pointer lifts No. 18 South Carolina to 82-76 comeback victory over No. 24 Florida
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Johnson’s 3-pointer lifts No. 18 South Carolina to 82-76 comeback victory over No. 24 Florida

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina coach Lamont Paris never believed he had a last-place team and has watched with a grin as his 18th-ranked Gamecocks have proved him right. The latest evidence came Saturday when Meechie Johnson had 25 points, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 43.4 seconds left, to fuel South Carolina’s rally from 10 points down in the second …

No. 1 South Carolina heads into the final week of the regular season still unbeaten
9 months, 4 weeks ago

No. 1 South Carolina heads into the final week of the regular season still unbeaten

Associated Press  

Coach Dawn Staley has South Carolina in a familiar place with a week left in the regular season. Even with all five starters from last year’s Final Four run gone, the Gamecocks sit at 27-0 with two games left. We’re a really good basketball team when we are playing like we played today.” It’s been a balanced effort for the …

No. 18 South Carolina travels to Texas A&M for conference matchup
9 months, 4 weeks ago

No. 18 South Carolina travels to Texas A&M for conference matchup

Associated Press  

South Carolina Gamecocks at Texas A&M Aggies College Station, Texas; Wednesday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Aggies have gone 9-4 in home games. Texas A&M’s average of 6.6 made 3-pointers per game this season is just 0.8 more made shots on average than the 5.8 per game South Carolina gives up. South Carolina averages 8.3 made 3-pointers per game …

No. 1 South Carolina wins share of SEC regular-season title with 72-44 victory over Alabama
10 months ago

No. 1 South Carolina wins share of SEC regular-season title with 72-44 victory over Alabama

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! “We lost seven people, that’s a lot of people to lose especially off a good season” and a third straight Final Four, Watkins said. “We didn’t expect to be this good, but once we saw that we were this good, we never looked back.” Watkins …

No. 13 Auburn hosts No. 11 South Carolina following Murray-Boyles’ 31-point showing
10 months, 1 week ago

No. 13 Auburn hosts No. 11 South Carolina following Murray-Boyles’ 31-point showing

Associated Press  

South Carolina Gamecocks at Auburn Tigers Auburn, Alabama; Wednesday, 8:30 p.m. EST FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK LINE: Tigers -12.5; over/under is 160.5 BOTTOM LINE: No. South Carolina averages 5.5 more points per game than Auburn allows to opponents. LAST 10 GAMES: Tigers: 7-3, averaging 79.0 points, 37.5 rebounds, 16.3 assists, 8.1 steals and 6.6 blocks per game while shooting 45.0% from the …

No. 15 Gamecocks play with an AP Top 25 ranking for 1st time since 2017
10 months, 2 weeks ago

No. 15 Gamecocks play with an AP Top 25 ranking for 1st time since 2017

Associated Press  

Josh Gray admitted he spent a few weeks wondering about whether his surging South Carolina team might pop in the next edition of The Associated Press men’s college basketball poll. It comes with the Gamecocks just a game out of first place in the league standings to start the week and owning the program’s first ranking since February 2017. 12 …

Knecht leads No. 5 Tennessee against South Carolina
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Knecht leads No. 5 Tennessee against South Carolina

Associated Press  

South Carolina Gamecocks at Tennessee Volunteers Knoxville, Tennessee; Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: No. 5 Tennessee hosts the South Carolina Gamecocks after Dalton Knecht scored 32 points in Tennessee’s 75-62 victory over the Vanderbilt Commodores. Tennessee scores 79.5 points, 15.0 more per game than the 64.5 South Carolina gives up. South Carolina averages 7.1 more points per game than …

Paopao and Fulwiley score 14 each to keep No. 1 South Carolina perfect with 98-36 win over Kentucky
11 months, 1 week ago

Paopao and Fulwiley score 14 each to keep No. 1 South Carolina perfect with 98-36 win over Kentucky

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Te-Hina Paopao and MiLaysia Fulwiley scored 14 points each and Ashlyn Watkins had her second career dunk as No. 1 South Carolina rolled past Kentucky 98-36 on Monday night. After early wins over ranked opponents in Notre Dame, Maryland, North Carolina and Utah, South Carolina has taken its four SEC games by an average margin of 32 …

Surprising South Carolina enters SEC play off to its best start in eight years
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Surprising South Carolina enters SEC play off to its best start in eight years

Associated Press  

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! South Carolina is off to its best start in eight seasons at 12-1 after getting picked dead last in the Southeastern Conference preseason rankings, and already has more wins then a year ago when it went 11-21 in Paris’ debut season. “They tell me that …

No. 1 South Carolina women improve to 10-0 with 99-29 win over Presbyterian
1 year ago

No. 1 South Carolina women improve to 10-0 with 99-29 win over Presbyterian

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley had no worries about seeing freshman MiLaysia Fulwiley start at point guard while giving junior regular Raven Johnson a rest. Fulwiley, making just her second start, put any concerns to rest with her steady performance as she scored a team-high 18 points in the top-ranked Gamecocks 99-29 victory over Presbyterian on Saturday. …

South Carolina, UCLA, NC State lead the way again as top 10 teams in women’s AP Top 25 unchanged
1 year ago

South Carolina, UCLA, NC State lead the way again as top 10 teams in women’s AP Top 25 unchanged

Associated Press  

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley has found a way for her team to avoid early season upsets despite losing all five starters from last year’s Final Four squad. 1 in The Associated Press Top 25 women’s basketball poll on Monday, receiving all 36 first-place votes from a national media panel. And we’re just in December.” UCLA, North Carolina State, Iowa …

Newcomers Johnson, Fulwiley lead No. 1 South Carolina to 104-38 rout of Morgan State
1 year ago

Newcomers Johnson, Fulwiley lead No. 1 South Carolina to 104-38 rout of Morgan State

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Dawn Staley’s discipline led to a new starting lineup that the national championship coach might want to test out again for No. First-time starter Tessa Johnson had 16 points and MiLaysia Fulwiley added 14 to lead the Gamecocks to a 104-38 blowout of Morgan State on Wednesday night. “I thought her injury kind of put her back …

Road Trip: No. 1 South Carolina hits the road and hostile arenas for first time this season
1 year ago

Road Trip: No. 1 South Carolina hits the road and hostile arenas for first time this season

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley is not minimizing the tests ahead for her high-scoring, top-ranked Gamecocks, even though their true road games this season won’t be nearly as far as their opener in Paris. “We haven’t been in a hostile environment like we’re going to be in the next two I imagine.” Staley said her male practice …

No. 1 South Carolina, Fulwiley roll to 13th straight win over rival Clemson 109-40
1 year, 1 month ago

No. 1 South Carolina, Fulwiley roll to 13th straight win over rival Clemson 109-40

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — Raven Johnson worried about the disaster of a team she saw out in South Carolina during summer workouts. That showed again Thursday night as MiLaysia Fulwiley scored 18 points, Kamilla Cardoso had a double-double with 15 points and 13 rebounds and South Carolina rolled to a 13th straight victory over state rival Clemson 109-40. “They’re different,” Clemson …

South Carolina returns to familiar No. 1 spot in women’s hoops with new faces, inexperienced roster
1 year, 1 month ago

South Carolina returns to familiar No. 1 spot in women’s hoops with new faces, inexperienced roster

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley had two equally essential jobs the last few seasons: Developing her talented, national championship core lineup and convincing her younger, just-as-talented prospects that their time would arrive. “I actually think they’re better than last year’s team,” Terrapins coach Brenda Frese said after the 114-76 loss. “We’re not going to get too comfortable,” …

Kitts’ 1st career double-double leads No. 6 South Carolina to 114-76 win over No. 14 Maryland
1 year, 1 month ago

Kitts’ 1st career double-double leads No. 6 South Carolina to 114-76 win over No. 14 Maryland

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina coach Dawn Staley has a better handle about what her new team is capable of. Kitts, who joined the program as a freshman midway through last season, got her first college double-double in front of her former teammates, “The Freshies:” Aliyah Boston, Zia Cooke and Brea Beal, who were on hand to receive their Final …

Cardoso’s double-double helps No. 6 South Carolina beat No. 10 Notre Dame 100-71 in Paris
1 year, 1 month ago

Cardoso’s double-double helps No. 6 South Carolina beat No. 10 Notre Dame 100-71 in Paris

Associated Press  

PARIS — Dawn Staley could not have envisioned the flashy season-opening performance that new-look South Carolina put on to beat Notre Dame in the NCAA’s first women’s game in Paris. The freshman had a drive through Notre Dame’s defense where she put the ball behind her back, kept it and finished with a flip shot as South Carolina fans who …

New South Carolina players hope to build on Gamecocks’ success
1 year, 5 months ago

New South Carolina players hope to build on Gamecocks’ success

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina five-star freshman MiLaysia Fulwiley has all the respect in the world for the Gamecocks recent generational class led by Aliyah Boston that won a national championship and reached three Final Fours. Five players off South Carolina’s roster were drafted days later into the WNBA, leaving Staley a roster large on talent but short on starting …

March Madness: South Carolina favored against Clark’s Iowa
1 year, 8 months ago

March Madness: South Carolina favored against Clark’s Iowa

Associated Press  

March Madness is down to the Women’s Final Four. 1 Virginia Tech, Friday, 7 p.m. EDT, ESPN LSU has completed its rapid rise with Kim Mulkey, reaching the Final Four in its second season under the former Baylor coach. SHINING MOMENTS Clark had the first 40-point triple-double in NCAA Tournament history to lead Iowa into its first Final Four appearance …

Boston, South Carolina women overpower UCLA in March Madness
1 year, 8 months ago

Boston, South Carolina women overpower UCLA in March Madness

Associated Press  

GREENVILLE, S.C. — South Carolina’s defenders chased ballhandlers and used their length to disrupt any flow. Three-time All-American Aliyah Boston had 14 boards and two blocks while reigning national champion South Carolina turned in its latest overwhelming defense-and-rebounding-first performance to beat UCLA 59-43 on Saturday in the Sweet 16 of the women’s NCAA Tournament. “We definitely do a lot of …

March Madness Mix: Dominant Gamecocks amid Sweet 16 parity
1 year, 9 months ago

March Madness Mix: Dominant Gamecocks amid Sweet 16 parity

Associated Press  

COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina is keenly aware that everyone remaining in the women’s NCAA Tournament field is coming after the undefeated Gamecocks — and hard. Rebecca Lobo, the former UConn star turned ESPN analyst, calls South Carolina’s dominance combined with Sweet 16 parity “an interesting dichotomy.” “It’s like parallel paths, you have this overwhelming favorite to win it all, …

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