UConn Women's Basketball Dominates South Carolina 87-58

The UConn women's basketball team achieved a significant victory over No. 4 South Carolina, defeating them 87-58 and ending their 71-game home winning streak. Coach Geno Auriemma emphasized the importance of effort in rebounding, as the Huskies out-rebounded the Gamecocks by 19. UConn maintained a lead from the start, with a notable first quarter that saw them ahead 21-14, marking South Carolina's largest deficit at that point since December 2021. Star player Paige Bueckers contributed to the victory, passing Rebecca Lobo on UConn's all-time scoring list. Auriemma reflected on the challenge of playing in South Carolina and praised the growth of their fan base and program. This victory marks a pivotal moment in the rivalry between the two teams, with UConn now having played South Carolina 11 times since 2017.