The Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball team faced the South Carolina Gamecocks in the 2024 NCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship on April 7, 2024, at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse in Cleveland, OH. South Carolina completed an undefeated season with an 87–75 victory over Iowa in a hard-fought, back-and-forth contest. Despite a heroic 30-point performance from Caitlin Clark, the Gamecocks’ depth and interior dominance—highlighted by Kamilla Cardoso’s 15 points and 17 rebounds—proved decisive.
For more on the venue, see the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse official site: Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. For team information, visit the South Carolina women’s basketball page: South Carolina Gamecocks Women’s Basketball, and the Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball hub: Iowa Hawkeyes Women’s Basketball.
Iowa Hawkeyes Women’s Basketball — Match Player Stats
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Field Goals Made | Field Goals Attempted | 3-Point Field Goals Made | 3-Point Field Goals Attempted | Free Throws Made | Free Throws Attempted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caitlin Clark | 30 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 10 | 24 | 5 | 12 | 5 | 6 |
| Sydney Affolter | 12 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
South Carolina Gamecocks Women’s Basketball — Match Player Stats
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Field Goals Made | Field Goals Attempted | 3-Point Field Goals Made | 3-Point Field Goals Attempted | Free Throws Made | Free Throws Attempted |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kamilla Cardoso | 15 | 17 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 7 | 14 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 2 |
| Tessa Johnson | 19 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 12 | 3 | 6 | 4 | 4 |
| Zia Cooke | 11 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Brea Beal | 6 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Match Summary | South Carolina defeated Iowa 87–75 to claim the 2024 NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship. Caitlin Clark led Iowa with 30 points, but South Carolina’s balanced attack—anchored by Kamilla Cardoso’s double-double and Tessa Johnson’s scoring—carried the Gamecocks to victory. |
| Venue | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, OH |
| Date | April 7, 2024 |
| Final Score | South Carolina 87 – Iowa 75 |
Head to Head — 2023–2024 Season
| Team | Record | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Hawkeyes | 2023–2024 NCAA Season | 32 | 6 |
| South Carolina Gamecocks | 2023–2024 NCAA Season | 36 | 0 |
Player Comparison
| Player | Caitlin Clark (Iowa) | Kamilla Cardoso (South Carolina) |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 30 | 15 |
| Rebounds | 8 | 17 |
| Assists | 0 | 0 |
| Steals | 2 | 0 |
| Blocks | 0 | 1 |
Upcoming Fixtures
| Fixture | Date | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| Next Game (Preseason) | November 2024 | To Be Announced |
| Regular Season Opener | November 2024 | To Be Announced |
Team Lineups
| Team | Starting Players |
|---|---|
| Iowa Hawkeyes | Caitlin Clark, Sydney Affolter, Monika Czinano, Hannah Stuelke, McKenna Warnock |
| South Carolina Gamecocks | Kamilla Cardoso, Zia Cooke, Brea Beal, Laeticia Amihere, Raven Johnson |
Venue & Weather
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 68°F (20°C) — Cleveland, OH |
| Venue | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse |
Player of the Match
| Player of the Match | Details |
|---|---|
| Kamilla Cardoso | Cardoso recorded a crucial double-double (15 points, 17 rebounds), controlled the paint for South Carolina, and played a central role in securing the championship. |
Fan Reactions
| Reaction | Details |
|---|---|
| South Carolina Fans | Celebrated the team’s first undefeated season and national title, praising Cardoso’s presence inside and the squad’s collective effort. |
| Iowa Fans | Applauded Caitlin Clark’s 30-point performance and the team’s resilience, despite disappointment over the loss. |
Injuries
| Player | Injury Status |
|---|---|
| No significant injuries reported for either team during the match | N/A |
Coaches’ Reactions
| Coach | Reaction |
|---|---|
| Dawn Staley (South Carolina) | Staley expressed elation at her team’s dominant performance and highlighted the collective effort, resilience, and execution that carried them through the tournament. |
| Lisa Bluder (Iowa) | Bluder praised Caitlin Clark’s leadership and scoring outburst while acknowledging that South Carolina’s depth and defensive pressure were difficult to overcome. |
Substitutions
| Player | Substitution Time | Substituted Player |
|---|---|---|
| Caitlin Clark | 4th Quarter — 7:32 | McKenna Warnock |
| Monika Czinano | 3rd Quarter — 5:30 | Hannah Stuelke |
Seated Players / Bench Notes
| Team | Player | Seating Status |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa Hawkeyes | Gabbie Marshall | Seated for most of the game due to a minor injury. |
| South Carolina Gamecocks | LeLe Grissett | Seated as a precautionary rest. |
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