It was another action-packed week across women’s college basketball. Catch up on the excellence, upsets and all-round efforts from Monday, Jan. 22 to Sunday, Jan. 28.
Primetime showdowns do not disappoint as Gamecocks, Irish prevail
Two primetime games. Two thrillers.
Thursday evening’s matchup between No. 1 South Carolina and No. 9 LSU and Saturday night’s contest between No. 15 Notre Dame and No. 8 UConn did not disappoint, showcasing the excitement, skill and electricity of women’s college basketball as the two visiting teams—South Carolina and Notre Dame—escaped with victories. Here’s the key takeaways:
South Carolina 76, LSU 70
All 10 of the game’s starters scored in double figures. But it was six points from South Carolina junior guard Bree Hall that mattered most. Hall drained a triple with just under three minutes remaining. After a 3 from LSU grad guard Hailey Van Lith tied the game a 70-70, Hall responded with another trey, giving the Gamecocks a lead they would not relinquish. A layup and free throw from sophomore guard Raven Johnson sealed the game for South Carolina, 76-70.
What it means for South Carolina
The Gamecocks are going to find a way to win. Not the largest deficit they’ve faced all season nor a raucous road crowd caused the…
