South Carolina's women's basketball team continued their unbeaten streak with a hard-fought 79-75 victory over Indiana in the NCAA Tournament, securing a spot in the Albany 1 Regional Final. The top-seeded Gamecocks faced a tough challenge as Indiana mounted a comeback, cutting a 22-point deficit to just two points in the final minutes.
Coach Dawn Staley expressed her confidence in Raven Johnson, who delivered a crucial 3-pointer in the closing moments to seal the win for South Carolina. Johnson's improved shooting from behind the arc this season was evident as she stepped up when her team needed her most.
South Carolina, now 35-0, is eyeing a perfect season and is just three wins away from achieving this milestone. Their next opponent is third-seeded Oregon State, setting up an exciting matchup in the upcoming round.
The Gamecocks dominated the paint, outscoring Indiana 42-26 inside and showcasing their depth with a 23-2 advantage in bench points. Despite Indiana's valiant effort to stage a comeback, South Carolina's resilience and clutch plays down the stretch proved to be the difference.
Looking ahead, South Carolina will face Oregon State, a team they defeated in the NCAA Tournament three years ago. With momentum on their side and a determined squad led by Coach Staley, the Gamecocks are poised to continue their quest for perfection in the tournament.
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