South Carolina Extends Home Winning Streak to 63 with Victory Over South Florida

The No. 3 Gamecocks secured a 78-62 win despite uneven play and rebounding challenges.

Joyce Edwards led South Carolina with a career-high 15 points, while Ashlyn Watkins contributed 10 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 blocks.
South Carolina opened the game strong with an 18-4 run but showed inconsistency in defensive discipline and rebounding throughout the match.
South Florida's Sammie Puisis scored a game-high 19 points, including four 3-pointers, and the Bulls outperformed the Gamecocks on offensive rebounds 17-12.
Coach Dawn Staley emphasized the need for greater focus and consistency as SEC play approaches, citing turnovers and lapses in discipline as areas for improvement.
The Gamecocks, now 10-1, will next host Charleston Southern on December 19, while South Florida prepares to face Northwestern State on December 17.