South Carolina
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (03/29/2026) — Joyce Edwards delivered a dominant 24-point, 12-rebound double-double, leading the South Carolina Gamecocks to an emphatic 78-52 victory over the TCU Horned Frogs on Sunday at the Golden 1 Center.
After a tightly contested first half, South Carolina used a suffocating defense and a decisive second-half scoring surge to pull away, showcasing the depth and power that define their season.
How It Happened
TCU started the game with impressive offensive execution, jumping out to an early lead. Marta Suarez scored the Horned Frogs' first five points, including a three-pointer at the 6:21 mark to build a 9-2 advantage. A three from Olivia Miles minutes later pushed the TCU lead to its largest of the game at 12-4.
South Carolina remained composed, methodically working its way back. The Gamecocks closed the first quarter on a 12-2 run, capped by a Joyce Edwards jumper with six seconds remaining to seize a 16-14 lead.
The second quarter saw two ties and two lead changes. TCU briefly went back on top, 22-18, after back-to-back three-pointers from Donovyn Hunter and Olivia Miles. However, South Carolina responded immediately. An Edwards layup at the 5:26 mark gave the Gamecocks a 23-22 lead they would not relinquish. Raven Johnson then heated up from deep, sinking consecutive three-pointers to help extend the South Carolina advantage to 35-27 at halftime.
Turning Point
The game was decided by a massive 16-0 South Carolina run that spanned the end of the third and the beginning of the fourth quarters. Holding a 48-41 lead late in the third, the Gamecocks locked down defensively and exploded on offense. The run began with a pair of Edwards free throws and concluded nearly five minutes of game time later.
By the time Taylor Bigby finally broke the TCU scoring drought with a three-pointer at the 5:55 mark of the final period, the Gamecocks had built an insurmountable 63-44 lead and seized complete control of the contest.
Star of the Game
Joyce Edwards was the most dominant player on the floor. Her 24 points and 12 rebounds set the tone for South Carolina's physical superiority. She was efficient from the field and commanded the paint, preventing TCU from establishing an interior presence.
Beyond Edwards, the Gamecocks displayed a balanced attack. Agot Makeer was a crucial secondary scorer, finishing with 18 points. Raven Johnson orchestrated the offense, contributing 10 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists. Tessa Johnson provided the exclamation point, draining three straight three-pointers in the fourth quarter to finish with 11 points.
For TCU, Olivia Miles led the way with a team-high 18 points and 6 assists.
What It Means
The victory reinforces South Carolina's status as a formidable national power. The Gamecocks showcased their championship mettle by weathering an early challenge and responding with overwhelming force. Their staggering 52-24 rebounding advantage and 47% shooting from the field underscore a complete performance that sends a clear message to future opponents.
For the TCU Horned Frogs, the loss concludes a hard-fought season. They proved capable of competing with an elite team for a half, but ultimately could not match the sustained physicality and offensive depth of South Carolina.