Auburn Women Face No. 3 South Carolina in Thursday Showdown
Auburn women’s basketball is set for an intense showdown against No. 3 South Carolina on Thursday night. This match will be held at Neville Arena at 8 p.m. CT. Doors will open at 7 p.m., and fans attending are encouraged to wear their favorite sports jerseys for Jersey Night. A special Nike basketball jersey will also be offered as a giveaway.
Auburn vs. South Carolina Preview
The Tigers are currently 13-8 overall and 2-5 in SEC play. They are navigating through a demanding stretch featuring five consecutive games against top-25 opponents, having already faced No. 21 Alabama, No. 5 Vanderbilt, and No. 16 Oklahoma. Their upcoming matchup will be crucial; a victory would not only mark their second top-25 win of the season but also improve their home record to 10-3.
Recent Performance
In their last game, Auburn fell short against No. 16 Oklahoma, losing 72-65 despite a commendable effort. A’riel Jackson led the team with a career-high 19 points. The game was tightly contested, with Auburn tied at 59 before the Oklahoma Sooners closed the game with a decisive run.
About South Carolina
South Carolina, boasting a 20-2 record and sitting at 6-1 in SEC play, recently suffered their first SEC defeat against Oklahoma. However, they rebounded impressively with a 103-74 victory over No. 5 Vanderbilt. Ranked third nationwide, the Gamecocks possess an elite scoring offense, averaging 89.0 points per game.
- Joyce Edwards leads South Carolina with 20.0 points per game.
- The Gamecocks excel in multiple statistical categories:
- Field goal percentage: 51.1% (4th national rank)
- Blocked shots: 6.4 per game (4th national rank)
- Three-point percentage: 37.4% (9th national rank)
- Field goal percentage defense: 33.9% (7th national rank)
Auburn’s Key Players
Auburn’s true freshman Harissoum Coulibaly has emerged as a leading scorer, averaging 11.1 points per game. Redshirt junior Kaitlyn Duhon is a significant contributor on defense with her average of 3.3 steals per game.
Sophomore Khady Leye is another player to watch, providing crucial support on both ends of the court. Mya Petticord, a senior transfer, has demonstrated her clutch scoring ability, while A’riel Jackson has been pivotal in recent games.
Series History
The historical matchup favors South Carolina, with the Gamecocks winning 16 consecutive games since 2013. Auburn’s all-time record against South Carolina stands at 21-31, and the last meeting ended in a 83-66 defeat for the Tigers on February 2, 2025.
Broadcast Information
Fans can tune in to the game on SEC Network, with Sam Gore and Carolyn Peck as commentators. The radio broadcast will start at 7:45 p.m. CT on ESPN 106.7 FM.
This Thursday’s clash promises to be an exciting highlight for both teams as they continue their journeys through the competitive SEC landscape.
