Ole Miss Vs South Carolina Women's Basketball
The Ole Miss Lady Rebels and the South Carolina Gamecocks clashed in a women's basketball game that was a must-see for fans of the sport. The game took place on January 14, 2021, at the Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, South Carolina. It was a closely contested match between two talented teams, and both sides put up an impressive fight.
The First Quarter
The first quarter saw both teams come out strong, with each side scoring four points in the first two minutes of play. Ole Miss then took a two-point lead with a layup from Snudda Collins. South Carolina responded with three-pointers from Destanni Henderson and Zia Cooke to take a 9-6 lead. The Lady Rebels kept it close and trailed by only two points at the end of the first quarter.
The Second Quarter
The second quarter saw both teams battle fiercely. South Carolina continued to hold a slim lead, but Ole Miss kept pace and stayed within striking distance. After a jumper from Shakira Austin late in the quarter, the Gamecocks took a 29-21 lead. Ole Miss then answered back with layups from Collins and Mimi Reid to cut the lead to four points at halftime.
The Third Quarter
The third quarter saw South Carolina start to pull away. After a contested jump shot from Henderson, the Gamecocks went on a 9-2 run to take a 40-27 lead. Ole Miss continued to fight, and a three-pointer from Donnetta Johnson cut the lead to ten points. However, the Gamecocks ended the quarter with a 46-33 lead.
The Fourth Quarter
The final quarter saw South Carolina extend its lead. The Gamecocks went on a 9-0 run to start the quarter and took a commanding 55-33 lead. Ole Miss continued to play hard, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit. South Carolina ended up winning the game 68-43.
Players to Watch
Destanni Henderson was a standout player for South Carolina. She finished the game with 14 points and five rebounds. Zia Cooke also had a strong performance, scoring 13 points and grabbing six rebounds. For Ole Miss, Snudda Collins led the team in scoring with 14 points. Mimi Reid also had a solid game, scoring eight points and dishing out four assists.
Conclusion
The Ole Miss Lady Rebels put up a strong fight against the South Carolina Gamecocks, but in the end, it was not enough to overcome South Carolina's dominance. The Gamecocks played a great game on both ends of the court and deserved the victory. Fans of women's basketball were treated to a high-level matchup, and both teams should be proud of their effort.