The South Carolina women's basketball team is on the brink of achieving a rare feat in NCAA Division I history - a perfect season. With a record of 37-0, the Gamecocks are just one win away from joining the elite group of teams that have accomplished this milestone.
Coach Dawn Staley's squad has defied expectations this season, especially after losing all five starters from last year's Final Four team. Despite their undefeated record, Staley remains grounded, acknowledging the team's imperfections and the challenges they have faced along the way.
Throughout the season, South Carolina has encountered several close calls that could have derailed their perfect run. Notably, they had to come from behind in games against Duke, LSU, and Tennessee during the regular season. Their most significant scare came in the SEC Tournament semifinals, where a last-second 3-pointer secured a victory over Tennessee.
If South Carolina manages to win their next game against Iowa, they will become the 10th team in women's college basketball history to complete a perfect season. The Gamecocks are looking to follow in the footsteps of legendary teams like the 1985-86 Texas Longhorns, the 1994-95 UConn Huskies, and the 2015-16 UConn squad led by the iconic Breanna Stewart.
As they prepare for the final game of the season, South Carolina is focused on making history and etching their names alongside some of the greatest teams in the sport. The matchup against Iowa presents a formidable challenge, with star player Caitlin Clark standing in the way of the Gamecocks' perfect season.
For fans of women's college basketball, Sunday's game promises to be a thrilling conclusion to what has been a remarkable season for South Carolina. Whether they can complete their journey to perfection remains to be seen, but one thing is certain - the Gamecocks have already left a lasting mark on the sport with their impressive performance this year.
