Arr me hearties! Dawn Staley be shoutin' her thanks t' the Heavens fer South Carolina's grand victory!
2024-04-07
Arrr, the South Carolina lasses be playin' like true buccaneers and claimin' victory for the third time in their program's tale! The fair Captain Dawn Staley didst thank the Heavens above for guidin' her brave crew to glory on the court! Huzzah!
The South Carolina women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley was filled with emotion as her team secured another national championship by defeating the Iowa Hawkeyes, led by Caitlin Clark, in a thrilling 87-75 victory. Staley, in a postgame interview with ESPN’s Holly Rowe, expressed her gratitude to her coaching staff and her resilient team for their undefeated season and championship success.Staley humorously credited an "unbelievable God" for their unlikely triumph, noting that sometimes He rips your heart out before making you believe in the unimaginable. Last season, the Gamecocks fell to Iowa in the Final Four, but this year they regrouped with a young roster and dominated with standout performances from Tessa Johnson and MiLaysia Fulwiley.This victory marks the third national championship for South Carolina under Staley’s leadership, with previous wins over Mississippi State and UConn. The Gamecocks' bench outscored Iowa’s bench 37-0, showcasing their depth and determination to overcome challenges. It was a triumphant moment for Staley and her team, solidifying their place in women’s basketball history.For more sports coverage, follow Fox News Digital and subscribe to the Fox News Sports Huddle newsletter.