PHOTOS: South Carolina defeats Texas for third time this season, advances to defend National Championship title

The South Carolina women's basketball team defeated Texas 74-57 on April 4, 2025 in the Final Four of the NCAA tournament, securing its spot in the National Championship game. The Gamecocks have defeated the Longhorns three times this season, with South Carolina currently holding a season record of 35-3. Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks will face the UConn Huskies on April 6 at 3 p.m. EST to defend their National Championship title.

Sophomore guard MiLaysia Fulwiley jumps to save the ball from going out of bounds during South Carolina's game against Texas in the Final Four on April 4, 2025. Fulwiley scored 7 points on 3-7 shooting, along with three assists.

The South Carolina women's basketball bench erupts in celebration after sophomore guard Tessa Johnson shoots a 3-pointer against Texas on April 4, 2025 at Amalie Arena. The Gamecocks defeated the Longhorns 74-57 for its third win over the Longhorns this season.

A University of South Carolina fan points to a Gamecocks flag in the stands of Amalie Arena on April 4, 2025 during South Carolina's Final Four game. The Gamecocks played for a sold-out crowd, beating Texas for the third time this season.

Sophomore guard Tessa Johnson shoots from midrange in South Carolina's game against Texas in the Final Four on April 4, 2025. Johnson scored 9 points in 22 minutes played for the Gamecocks.

South Carolina women's basketball head coach Dawn Staley walks onto the court at Amalie Arena on April 4, 2025 ahead of the Gamecocks' matchup against Texas in the Final Four. Staley has led the Gamecocks to seven Final Four appearances, five being consecutively.

University of South Carolina fans clap during a timeout at Amalie Arena on April 4, 2025. The Gamecocks played in front of a large crowd of fans who traveled to Tampa, Florida, for the Final Four.

Senior guard Bree Hall (left) celebrates with Sania Feagin (right) after a long run of scoring from South Carolina in their Final Four matchup against Texas on April 4, 2025. The Gamecocks defeated the Longhorns 74-57 and will play in the National Championship on April 6.

Freshman forward Joyce Edwards defends a Texas player, forcing the ball out of bounds on April 4, 2025 at Amalie Arena. Edwards scored 13 points, had 11 rebounds and one steal for the Gamecocks.

Freshman forward Joyce Edwards prepares to shoot a layup against Texas on April 4, 2025 at Amalie Arena. The Gamecocks will face the UConn Huskies on April 6 at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida.

Sophomore guard MiLaysia Fulwiley dribbles the ball in front of a Texas defender on April 4, 2025 at Amalie Arena. The Gamecocks defeated the Longhorns 74-57 to secure its spot in the 2025 National Championship game.

A University of South Carolina fan holds up a "FAMS" rally towel during South Carolina's game against Texas in the Final Four on April 4, 2025. The Gamecocks defeated the Longhorns 74-57.

Senior guard Te-Hina Paopao defends a Texas player in transition on April 4, 2025 at Amalie Arena. Paopao led the Gamecocks in scoring, with a total of 14 points in 25 minutes played.

Senior guard Bree Hall lays on the ground after being pushed by a Texas player during the teams' Final Four game on April 4, 2025 at Amalie Arena. Hall scored 11 points, playing for 24 minutes.

Freshman guard Maddy McDaniel dribbles the ball during South Carolina's matchup against Texas on April 4, 2025 at Amalie Arena. The Gamecocks defeated the Longhorns to advance to the National Championship, where they will face UConn for the second time this season.