South Carolina Women's Basketball Defeats Texas A&M 90-49

The South Carolina women's basketball team achieved a significant victory over No. 6 Texas, defeating them 67-50, marking their fifth ranked win of the season. Coach Dawn Staley praised her team's toughness and defensive efforts despite losing the rebounding battle and committing more turnovers than Texas. Junior guard Raven Johnson stood out with 10 rebounds, contributing to the Gamecocks' total of 42 rebounds. Staley expressed confidence in her team's preparedness for a challenging schedule ahead, which includes five consecutive games against ranked opponents. The Gamecocks have shown impressive depth, especially following the season-ending injury to star player Ashlyn Watkins. Staley emphasized that while they may not play perfectly, their competitive spirit and effort will be crucial in the upcoming battles.