Watkins' Dunk Highlights Gamecocks' Win Over TCU

Ashlyn Watkins, a junior forward for the South Carolina Gamecocks, has made headlines with her remarkable dunk against Texas Christian University (TCU), marking her third career dunk in NCAA play. This recent dunk follows a history of impressive performances, including winning the McDonald's All-American dunk contest and being the first player in South Carolina's program history to dunk in a game. The Gamecocks, ranked third, defeated ninth-ranked TCU with Watkins contributing significantly to the victory, much to the delight of her coach, Dawn Staley, who had recently challenged her to step up her game. Despite legal challenges earlier in the season, with charges of assault, battery, and kidnapping being dismissed in November, Watkins has returned to form and continues to play a key role in her team's success. Her performance against TCU has not only helped secure a lead for her team but also generated excitement and recognition in the sports community.