South Carolina Women’s Basketball Dominates Missouri
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — On Thursday night, the South Carolina women’s basketball team showcased their dominance once again, overpowering Missouri with a commanding score of 112-71. This victory not only marked their ninth consecutive win following their solitary loss this season to Oklahoma on January 22, but it also secured South Carolina’s fifth consecutive Southeastern Conference (SEC) regular-season championship.
Key Players Shine
Star players Madina Okot and Joyce Edwards were pivotal to the Gamecocks’ success, contributing significantly to the scoreboard with 26 and 23 points, respectively. Okot, who transferred from Mississippi State, further bolstered her performance with 17 rebounds, while Edwards maintained her reputation as a leading scorer for the team, averaging 20.1 points over the season.
Game Highlights
Despite being without their top long-range shooter, Tessa Johnson, who was sidelined due to an upper-body injury, South Carolina displayed their depth and talent. They raced to a substantial 33-13 lead after the first quarter and held a commanding 57-32 advantage at halftime. As the game progressed, both Ta’Niya Latson and Raven Johnson added 17 and 16 points to the tally, respectively, marking a memorable night for the players who were honored on Senior Night.
Missouri’s Struggles
As for Missouri, they faced a challenging matchup and were led by Grace Slaughter, who scored 21 points. Unfortunately, this defeat marked the Tigers’ fifth consecutive loss of the season, a worrying trend as they head into their final home game against No. 7 Oklahoma on Sunday.
Looking Ahead
As South Carolina prepares for their next matchup against No. 16 Kentucky this Sunday, they remain a dominant force in women’s college basketball, demonstrating an impressive 76-3 record within the SEC over the past five years. Looking ahead, they aim to clinch a fourth consecutive tournament title as the league tournament approaches in Greenville, South Carolina next week.
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