South Carolina set to face Maryland in the Sweet 16

After securing a victory over Indiana in the Round of 32, South Carolina had to wait 24 hours to learn who their next opponent would be in the Sweet 16. That opponent has now been confirmed: Maryland, following an exhilarating 111-108 double-overtime win over Alabama on Monday.

Maryland entered the fourth quarter down 64-55 and faced a tough challenge to stay alive in the NCAA Tournament. However, the Terrapins surged, outscoring Alabama 56-44 through the final quarter and overtime to clinch their spot in the Sweet 16.

Maryland is known for leaning on its dynamic guard trio for offensive production. Kaylene Smikle, Shyanne Sellers, and Sarah Te-Biasu have all averaged over 10 points per game this season, making them key targets for South Carolina’s defense on March 28.

The two teams last met in a regular-season matchup in November 2023, where South Carolina dominated Maryland in a 114-76 blowout. Seven Gamecocks finished in double digits during that game, with Te-Hina Paopao leading the charge with 14 points.

The Sweet 16 matchup between South Carolina and Maryland is set to tip off at 5:00 pm (ET) on ESPN.

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