South Carolina Advances to Final Four, Defeats Duke 54-50

The South Carolina Gamecocks secured their spot in the Final Four by defeating the Duke Blue Devils 54-50 in a tightly contested Elite Eight matchup on March 30, 2025. The Gamecocks, led by coach Dawn Staley, showcased resilience as they overcame a third-quarter deficit, with Chloe Kitts contributing 14 points and Sania Feagin adding 12 points along with key defensive plays. The game was marked by strategic plays from both teams, with Duke's Toby Fournier leading her squad with 18 points. South Carolina's victory marks their fifth consecutive Final Four appearance and seventh overall, continuing their dominance in women's college basketball. The Gamecocks now aim to repeat as champions, needing to defeat the winner of the Texas-TCU game to reach the championship final. The Final Four will take place in Tampa, Florida, on Friday night.