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Gamecocks Dominate Friars; Spartans Shine in Big Ten

1/3/2026

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Gamecocks Dominate Friars

South Carolina Gamecocks players Madina Okot and Tessa Johnson led their team to a 96-55 victory over the Friars, with both scoring 18 points.
As the season intensifies, conference play opens in SEC and Big Ten, with Texas facing LSU and South Carolina shaping standings.
No. 24 Michigan State defeated Indiana 80-60 to move to 2-1 in Big Ten play.
The Spartans will host Illinois to continue their winning streak.

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Gerlich Secures Okechukwu

Texas Tech Lady Raiders coach Krista Gerlich secured a historic recruit in Stephanie Okechukwu of Nigeria, who would become the tallest player in women's college basketball if eligible.
The Texas Tech athletic department hinted at the signing with a photo, and Krista Gerlich celebrated the move on social media.
West Virginia and other major programs pursued Stephanie Okechukwu, but Texas Tech's recruitment efforts proved successful.
The Lady Raiders stand 15-0, matching their best start, and will face Arizona next.

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Gamecocks Dominate Friars

South Carolina Gamecocks players Madina Okot and Tessa Johnson led their team to a 96-55 victory over the Friars, with both scoring 18 points.
As the season intensifies, conference play opens in SEC and Big Ten, with Texas facing LSU and South Carolina shaping standings.
No. 24 Michigan State defeated Indiana 80-60 to move to 2-1 in Big Ten play.
The Spartans will host Illinois to continue their winning streak.

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