South Carolina and Maryland Set for Sweet 16 Showdown in NCAA Women’s Tournament

Defending champion South Carolina faces resilient Maryland in a highly anticipated matchup showcasing depth, physicality, and coaching excellence.

South Carolina, the No. 1 seed, enters the Sweet 16 seeking a fifth consecutive Final Four appearance and seventh under coach Dawn Staley.
Maryland, a No. 4 seed, advanced after a dramatic double-overtime win against Alabama, showcasing grit and confidence.
The Gamecocks bring unmatched depth, with over half their scoring coming from bench players, while Maryland emphasizes rebounding and physical play.
South Carolina has dominated the recent series with Maryland, winning the last five matchups, including a decisive 2023 victory.
The game, set for 5 p.m. ET at Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama, will be broadcast on ESPN and streamed via March Madness Live.