The South Carolina Gamecocks put on a commanding performance against the Florida Gators, securing a dominant 101-63 victory. With this win, the Gamecocks improved to 23-2 on the season, while Florida fell to 12-13.
South Carolina displayed efficiency on offense, shooting 46.2% from the field (36-78) and 32.0% from beyond the arc (8-25). Their free-throw shooting was outstanding at 95.5% (21-22), giving them a significant edge over Florida, who shot 66.7% (14-21) from the line.
Joyce Edwards achieved a career-high 28 points, surpassing her previous best of 21 points set against Alabama in January.
28 points for Joyce Edwards, most points by any Gamecock in a game since Zia Cooke scored 31 at Georgia in January 2023.
— Alan Cole (@Alan__Cole) February 14, 2025
Most points by a forward since Aliyah Boston also scored 28 against UNC in the 2022 Sweet Sixteen.
On the boards, the Gamecocks controlled the glass with 51 total rebounds, including 17 offensive and 34 defensive rebounds, compared to Florida's 37 total rebounds. The team also shared the ball effectively, dishing out 23 assists, while the Gators managed only 11.
Defensively, South Carolina overwhelmed Florida with 12 steals and 3 blocks, leading to 24 points off turnovers. The Gamecocks' aggressive defense forced 17 total turnovers from the Gators while committing just six of their own.
Fast break opportunities were also in South Carolina's favor, as they capitalized on transition plays with 8 points, compared to Florida's 8. The Gamecocks dominated the paint, outscoring the Gators 52-28 down low.
Foul trouble was not a major issue for either team, as South Carolina committed 15 fouls and Florida had 17. No technical fouls were assessed in the game.
The Gamecocks' dominance was evident throughout, as their largest lead extended to 41 points. This lopsided victory further solidifies South Carolina's standing as one of the top teams in the country.