The South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team has once again set new standards in collegiate sports, achieving remarkable milestones during the 2024–25 season.([en.wikipedia.org][1])
**Historic Home-Win Streak**
Under the leadership of head coach Dawn Staley, the Gamecocks extended their dominance at Colonial Life Arena by securing a 70-game home win streak, surpassing the previous SEC record held by Tennessee from the 1990s. This achievement underscores the team’s formidable presence on their home court and the unwavering support of their dedicated fanbase, affectionately known as the “FAMs” .([carolinanewsandreporter.cic.sc.edu][2], [upchelsea.com][3])
**Record-Breaking Attendance**
The Gamecocks’ success has also translated into record-breaking attendance figures. As of late March 2025, they were on the verge of setting an all-time attendance record for women’s basketball, with Colonial Life Arena consistently packed to capacity. This surge in attendance highlights the growing popularity and recognition of women’s sports .([upchelsea.com][3])
**Individual Honors and Achievements**
The season also saw individual players earning prestigious accolades. Freshman forward Joyce Edwards was named to the All-SEC First Team and the SEC All-Freshman Team, becoming the third Gamecock freshman to earn first-team All-SEC honors . Sophomore guard MiLaysia Fulwiley received the SEC Sixth Woman of the Year award and was also a member of the All-SEC Second Team . Senior forward Sania Feagin, in her final season, was named to the SEC All-Defensive Team and played a pivotal role in leading the Gamecocks to their ninth SEC Tournament title .([dailygamecock.com][4], [en.wikipedia.org][5], [en.wikipedia.org][6])
**Coach Dawn Staley’s Continued Excellence**
Coach Dawn Staley’s exceptional leadership was further recognized with a historic \$25 million contract extension, making her the highest-paid coach in women’s college basketball history. This extension ensures her continued influence in shaping the future of the Gamecocks and women’s basketball .([reuters.com][7])
**Season Overview**
The Gamecocks concluded the season with a 35–4 record, capturing both the SEC regular-season and tournament championships. Their journey culminated in a runner-up finish at the NCAA Tournament, where they faced a formidable UConn team in the championship game .([en.wikipedia.org][1])
Through these collective achievements, the South Carolina Gamecocks have not only excelled on the court but have also played a pivotal role in advancing the visibility and respect of women’s college basketball.([upchelsea.com][3])
[1]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2024%E2%80%9325_South_Carolina_Gamecocks_women%27s_basketball_team?utm_source=chatgpt.com “2024–25 South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team”
[2]: https://carolinanewsandreporter.cic.sc.edu/gamecock-fans-fuel-south-carolinas-record-breaking-70-game-home-win-streak/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “Gamecock fans fuel South Carolina’s record-breaking 70-game home win streak | Carolina News and Reporter”
[3]: wn-staley-credits-fams-for-making-it-easy/?utm_source=chatgpt.com “News Update: South Carolina women’s basketball closing in on all-time attendance record; Dawn Staley credits FAMs for making it \”easy\”…. – upchelsea”
[4]: ?utm_source=chatgpt.com “South Carolina Gamecocks Women’s Basketball All-SEC MiLaysia Fulwiley Joyce Edwards Te-Hina Paopao Raven Johnson Sania Feagin – The Daily Gamecock at University of South Carolina”
[5]: “Joyce Edwards”
[6]: “Sania Feagin”
[]: “South Carolina’s Dawn Staley inks h
istoric $25 million extension”
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