UConn Huskies Shatter South Carolina's Home Streak with Dominant Victory
The No. 7 UConn Huskies delivered a stunning blowout victory over the No. 4 South Carolina Gamecocks, ending South Carolina’s 71-game home winning streak with a dominant 87-58 win on Sunday. The Gamecocks, who had not lost at Colonial Life Arena since December 3, 2020, were outplayed in nearly every facet of the game, marking their worst home loss since 2008.
UConn’s sharpshooting was a key factor, as the Huskies shot 46% from beyond the arc. Azzi Fudd led the charge with a game-high 28 points, including six three-pointers, while Paige Bueckers added 16 points and 13 rebounds. The Huskies also dominated the boards, outrebounding South Carolina 48-29, a stat UConn coach Geno Auriemma highlighted as a testament to his team’s effort and determination.
South Carolina struggled to find rhythm on both ends of the court, with star guard Te-Hina Paopao admitting, “We just got punked today. It was very much embarrassing.” Paopao finished with 10 points on 3-of-11 shooting, reflecting the team’s overall struggles. Head coach Dawn Staley acknowledged the need for her team to toughen up, stating, “We just have to get tougher. All of our habits are showing up at the wrong time, and you can’t do that against a team like UConn.”
The loss marks South Carolina’s third defeat of the season, the most they’ve suffered in a single campaign since 2020-21. The Gamecocks, previously the No. 2 overall seed in the NCAA Women’s Basketball Committee’s rankings, now face questions about their resilience as they prepare to return to SEC play. Meanwhile, UConn, now 24-3, continues to build momentum as they eye a deep postseason run.
This defeat serves as a wake-up call for South Carolina, while UConn’s performance solidifies their status as a formidable contender in women’s college basketball.
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