Fight mars South Carolina’s dramatic win over LSU

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Sunday’s championship final between LSU and South Carolina wasn’t without its dramatics, as a late-game scuffle led to multiple ejections for both teams. 

South Carolina senior Kamilla Cardoso and LSU sophomore Flau’jae Johnson got into it at one point late in the fourth quarter, causing both benches to be cleared. Cardoso and almost the entirety of both teams’ benches wound up getting ejected. 

The scuffle ensued after Johnson committed an intentional foul against MiLaysia Fulwiley before bumping into South Carolina sophomore Ashlyn Watkins on her way to the bench. Cardoso then pushed Johnson to the ground, resulting in both teams clearing their benches and crowding near the scorers table as coaches separated opposing players. 

A lengthy review of the incident by the referees resulted in ejections being handed out, including one to Cardoso for fighting. LSU was left with their five starters, while South Carolina had just one substitute. 

The Gamecocks were able to keep the lead they’d established, taking the SEC championship in a final score of 79-72. 

After the game, South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley apologized in her post-game interview. 

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