Geno Auriemma and Dawn Staley have tense postgame exchange after South Carolina shock UConn in Final Four
The Guardian • • sports
Key Points:
- South Carolina defeated undefeated UConn 62-48 in the NCAA women's tournament semifinal, ending UConn's 54-game winning streak and securing a spot in the national championship game.
- A heated exchange occurred between coaches Geno Auriemma (UConn) and Dawn Staley (South Carolina) in the final seconds, with Auriemma appearing frustrated about a pregame handshake and officiating during the game.
- UConn struggled offensively, with star players Sarah Strong and Azzi Fudd shooting poorly, while South Carolina's defense and physical play controlled the game.
- South Carolina outscored UConn in the third quarter and maintained a lead despite UConn's attempts to rally, with key contributions from Ta’Niya Latson and Agot Makeer.
- Both coaches downplayed the postgame confrontation, emphasizing the importance of the game and their respect for each other, while South Carolina prepares to face the winner of UCLA vs. Texas in the championship.
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