South Carolina Gamecocks dominated the SEC Championship, winning their third consecutive title and ninth overall under coach Dawn Staley. The team defeated No. 1 seeded Texas 64-45, with Tournament MVP Chloe Kitts leading with 15 points and nine rebounds. Staley praised the team for performing at a high standard. South Carolina’s stifling defense held Texas’ Madison Booker to 10 points and forced 18 turnovers. The Gamecocks also got contributions from Tessa Johnson, Sania Feagin, and Joyce Edwards. Texas coach Vic Schaefer admitted they couldn’t stop South Carolina’s momentum. Despite the loss, he still expects Texas to be a No. 1 seed in the NCAA Tournament. South Carolina’s dominant win over Texas marked their first victory over a top-ranked team. The Gamecocks outscored their opponents by 40 points in the second quarter throughout the tournament. Three Gamecocks, including Kitts, were named to the All-Tournament Team. South Carolina now looks ahead to the NCAA Tournament with high hopes.
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