The Gamecocks faced off against University of ConnecticutÂ
Tiffany Mitchell completes a lay up against UConn. Fast breaks were the easiest way for the Gamecocks to gain points.
With media surrounding them, the team joins together one last time before the game begins.
Sarah Imovbioh faces Breanna Stewart, one of UConn's best players. Despite UConn having a strong defense, the Gamecocks prevailed, sinking shots as often as they could.
Bianca Cuevas attempts to take a shot against Breanna Stewart. Cuevas is good at fast breaks but is matched with Stewart's height.
A'ja Wilson goes to make a shot against two UConn players. Wilson came in as a star freshman and has maintained her performance in the years of attending USC.
The women's basketball coaching staff celebrates after a 3 pointer is made by Tina Roy. The coaching staff help foster a family enviroment for the team on and off the court.
Tiffany Mitchell passes to Alaina Coates in hopes she can make the shot. Communication on the court was clear as players responded to each other's words and signals.
Aliana Coates shoots a basket in the first quarter and establishing a role in the game. Coates was consistent in making baskets through the game by pushing through the defense.
Dawn Staley, coaching staff, and Tina Roy all try to call attention to an ungaurded UConn player.
Khadijah Sessions goes in for a lay up against Breanna Stewart. Sessions played an aggressive game and did not let anyone push her around.
The team stands together while Forever to Thee plays. The Gamecock's finished strong, losing by only 12 points.