South Carolina Advances to National Championship Game with Victory Over Texas in Final Four
South Carolina fought back from a slow start. They won 74-57 over Texas in the Final Four. This win earns them a spot in the national championship game for the second year in a row. Each word ties closely to the next, making the action clear.
At halftime, South Carolina led 38-35. Their comeback sparked a strong effort. In the third quarter, they scored 20 points while Texas managed just 9. Five players helped score. Bree Hall scored five points then, as her shots came quickly and close.
Texas could not keep pace. They shot only 4-for-14 in that quarter, with only three players scoring. In the fourth quarter, Texas tried to rally, but they stayed 10 points behind. A quick three-pointer by Te-Hina Paopao stopped Texas from gaining ground. The Gamecocks held control for the rest of the game.
Paopao led South Carolina with 14 points. Off the bench, Joyce Edwards shone by getting 13 points and 11 rebounds, plus six assists. Bree Hall also added 11 points. Each point came from players working closely together.
The Gamecocks played strong all night. They shot 50.9% overall and 63.6% from three-point range, making 7 of 11 attempts. Their passes helped them get 17 assists on 29 made shots. Every pass and shot linked tightly to the next.
For Texas, Jordan Lee scored 16 points. Madison Booker added 11, despite early foul troubles. Rori Harmon contributed eight points and seven rebounds. Texas finished with 39.3% shooting overall. Their shots dropped to 30% in the second half, as they went 9-for-30. With this win, South Carolina now prepares for the national championship game. They have reached this stage for the second straight year and three times in the last four seasons. They will soon face the winner of the UConn versus UCLA game in Tampa.
As the Gamecocks gear up for the championship, fans look forward to an exciting title clash. Each step of the game flowed closely, with every word linking to the next for clear, easy reading.
