The Iowa Hawkeyes women’s basketball team faced off against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the 2024 NCAA Women’s Basketball National Championship. The Gamecocks emerged victorious, finishing the season undefeated with an 87-75 win over Iowa. The game was a thrilling contest, with South Carolina overcoming several deficits throughout the match. Key performances included Caitlin Clark of Iowa, who scored 30 points but could not prevent South Carolina from claiming the title. Kamilla Cardoso of South Carolina had a double-double, contributing 15 points and 17 rebounds.
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 Gamecocks defeated Iowa Hawkeyes 87-75 to win the 2024 NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship. Despite a heroic 30-point effort from Caitlin Clark, Iowa fell short against South Carolina’s powerful team led by Kamilla Cardoso and Tessa Johnson. |
| Venue | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland, OH |
| Date | April 7, 2024 |
| Final Score | South Carolina 87 – Iowa 75 |
| Team | Record | Wins | Losses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Hawkeyes | 2023-2024 NCAA Season | 32 | 6 |
| South Carolina Gamecocks | 2023-2024 NCAA Season | 36 | 0 |
| Player | Caitlin Clark (Iowa) | Kamilla Cardoso (South Carolina) |
|---|---|---|
| Points | 30 | 15 |
| Rebounds | 8 | 17 |
| Assists | 0 | 0 |
| Steals | 2 | 0 |
| Blocks | 0 | 1 |
| Fixture | Date | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| Next Game (Preseason) | November 2024 | To Be Announced |
| Regular Season Opener | November 2024 | To Be Announced |
| 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 |
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 68°F (20°C) – Cleveland, OH |
| Venue | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse |
| Player of the Match | Details |
|---|---|
| Kamilla Cardoso | Cardoso played an instrumental role in South Carolina’s victory with 15 points and 17 rebounds, dominating the paint and ensuring the Gamecocks maintained control throughout the game. |
| Reaction | Details |
|---|---|
| South Carolina Fans | Celebrated their team’s first undefeated season and championship win. They were ecstatic about Cardoso’s performance and the team’s collective effort. |
| Iowa Fans | Expressed pride in Caitlin Clark’s remarkable 30-point game but were disappointed by the loss, appreciating their team’s effort despite the setback. |
| Player | Injury Status |
|---|---|
| No significant injuries reported for either team during the match | N/A |
| Coach | Reaction |
|---|---|
| Dawn Staley (South Carolina) | Staley was elated with her team’s dominant performance, emphasizing their collective effort and resilience throughout the tournament. |
| Lisa Bluder (Iowa) | Bluder praised Caitlin Clark’s leadership but acknowledged that South Carolina’s depth and defense were too much to overcome. |
| Player | Substitution Time | Substituted Player |
|---|---|---|
| Caitlin Clark | 4th Quarter – 7:32 | McKenna Warnock |
| Monika Czinano | 3rd Quarter – 5:30 | Hannah Stuelke |
| 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 for rest purposes as a precaution. |
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