Kitts Guides Gamecocks to Victory Over Ole Miss with Triple-Double Performance

No. 6 South Carolina wrapped up their final SEC road game of the season with a 75-59 victory over Ole Miss, extending their win streak over the Rebels to 20 consecutive games.

Veteran players Chloe Kitts and Sania Feagin were pivotal in the Gamecocks’ success, combining for an impressive 38 points in what turned out to be a historic night for the team.

Chloe Kitts made history by recording South Carolina’s first triple-double since Aliyah Boston back in 2021. Kitts finished with 16 points, 13 rebounds, and a career-high 10 assists—marking the first points/rebounds/assists triple-double for the Gamecocks since 2006 and the first ever against an SEC opponent. Kitts also added four steals and one block to her standout performance.

Meanwhile, Sania Feagin delivered a career-best 22 points on an efficient 10-for-13 shooting performance, including 16 points in the first half, which was the second-most for any Gamecock in a half this season. She also contributed five blocks in a strong defensive showing.

Joyce Edwards continued her consistent play, scoring 10 points to mark her fifth straight game in double figures. Edwards put up eight of those points in the final quarter, showcasing her clutch performance when the Gamecocks needed it most.

MiLayisa Fulwiley found her rhythm in the second half, scoring seven of her nine points after the break and hitting a key three-pointer in the third quarter to help maintain South Carolina’s double-digit lead.

The Gamecocks showed strong teamwork, assisting on 20 of their 29 field goals, and demonstrated their defensive prowess by out-stealing Ole Miss 10 to 6.

In all, South Carolina executed on both ends of the floor, securing another dominant win in their quest for the top of the SEC.

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Paul Mainieri Optimistic About Close Wins to Begin South Carolina Baseball Season

South Carolina’s head coach Paul Mainieri is feeling positive about the Gamecocks’ early challenges on the field. Though the team remains undefeated, their performance hasn’t been flawless. The Gamecocks had a close call against Winthrop, which left some fans scratching their heads, even after dominating Sacred Heart in the season opener. But for Mainieri, the tight game is no cause for concern. He values these gritty victories, a perspective he’s held for years thanks to advice from his father.

“I remember my dad vividly saying to me on the phone, ‘Hey, don’t ever be upset about winning close games, because you’re better off having those kinds of games. Your team will grow from it. They’ll learn how to be composed and poised at the end of the game. Down the road when they need to win that close game against a really tough opponent, they’ll have been there and done that, and that makes their confidence even that much better,’” Mainieri reflected.

The Gamecocks aren’t alone in facing tough matchups. Even the no. 8 Georgia Bulldogs experienced struggles, losing to UNC Wilmington on Sunday, only to later pull off a dramatic 9th-inning comeback against Kennesaw State. Not every team, however, has had the dominance displayed by Tennessee, who easily handled both Hofstra and UNC Asheville with lopsided victories.

Looking ahead, the Gamecocks are aiming to continue their perfect streak, with a weekend series against the Milwaukee Panthers on the horizon as they strive for a 6-0 record.