UCLA crushes South Carolina for NCAA women's basketball national title
Los Angeles Times • • general
Key Points:
- UCLA women's basketball team won the NCAA championship with a dominant 79-51 victory over South Carolina, marking one of the largest margins in Final Four history.
- The Bruins showcased a balanced offensive effort with all five starters scoring in double digits and strong defense, holding South Carolina to their lowest scoring total of the season.
- Key players Lauren Betts and Gabriela Jaquez recorded double-doubles, contributing significantly to UCLA's control of the boards and overall game dominance.
- UCLA's defense limited South Carolina to 25.7% shooting in the first half and forced multiple turnovers, leading to a 25-9 third-quarter run that established a record 29-point lead going into the fourth quarter.
- With this national title, coach Cori Close has established championship pedigree for UCLA, which could enhance recruiting and transfer opportunities despite expected roster changes.
