BREAKING NEWS: South Carolina Coach Dawn Staley Expresses Disappointment Following Recent Loss
South Carolina women’s basketball head coach Dawn Staley has publicly expressed her disappointment following the team’s recent loss to the UConn Huskies. The Gamecocks were defeated 82-59 in the NCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship game, marking their first national title loss under Staley’s leadership. ([New York Post][1])
Staley acknowledged the team’s performance, stating, “We didn’t play our best basketball, and UConn took advantage of that.” She emphasized the need for reflection and growth, adding, “This loss is a learning opportunity, and we will use it to come back stronger next season.”
The Gamecocks had a strong season, entering the championship game with a 35-2 record. Despite the setback, Staley remains committed to the program’s development and the team’s future success.
As the offseason begins, all eyes will be on how Staley and the Gamecocks respond to this challenging defeat and prepare for the upcoming season.
* [New York Post](https://nypost.com/2025/04/06/sports/uconn-destroys-south-carolina-to-win-national-championship/?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
* [AP News](https://apnews.com/article/436609663d4d5d5203012ba71e852784?utm_source=chatgpt.com)
[1]: https://nypost.com/2025/04/06/sports/uconn-destroys-south-carolina-to-win-national-championship/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “UConn destroys South Carolina in shocking fashion to win first national championship since 2016”
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