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South Carolina Advances to Sweet 16 with 64-53 Win Over Indiana

The Gamecocks overcame a halftime deficit with a dominant third quarter, led by standout performances from Bree Hall and Chloe Kitts.

Mar 23, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks guard Te-Hina Paopao (0) drives against the Indiana Hoosiers in the second half at Colonial Life Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
Mar 23, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks forward Chloe Kitts (21) grabs a rebound against the Indiana Hoosiers in the first half at Colonial Life Arena. Jeff Blake-Imagn Images
Mar 23, 2025; Durham, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils forward Delaney Thomas (12) battles with Oregon Ducks forward Ehis Etute (35) for a loose ball during the second half at Cameron Indoor Stadium. The Blue Devils won 59-53. Mandatory Credit: Rob Kinnan-Imagn Images

Overview

  • South Carolina defeated Indiana 64-53 in the second round of the NCAA Tournament, marking their 11th consecutive Sweet 16 appearance.
  • The Gamecocks trailed 26-25 at halftime but surged in the third quarter, scoring 26 points on 11-of-16 shooting to take control of the game.
  • Chloe Kitts recorded a double-double with 10 points and 11 rebounds, while Bree Hall led the team in scoring with 11 points, including three 3-pointers.
  • Sania Feagin contributed 10 points, and South Carolina extended their undefeated record in home NCAA Tournament games to 18-0.
  • Indiana's Shay Ciezki led her team with 12 points, but the Hoosiers struggled with turnovers and could not regain momentum in the second half.