South Carolina, LSU Battle in SEC Tournament Semifinal

Top-ranked teams face off in Greenville, SC with trip to championship on the line

Mar. 7, 2026 at 10:36pm

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The South Carolina Gamecocks and LSU Tigers squared off in the semifinals of the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament on March 7, 2026 at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina. The two powerhouse programs battled it out on the court, with standout performances from players like Joyce Edwards and Flau'Jae Johnson.

Why it matters

This matchup between the top-ranked Gamecocks and Tigers was a highly anticipated showdown, as both teams have had dominant seasons and are vying for a spot in the SEC Tournament championship game. The winner will advance to compete for the conference title and an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.

The details

The game featured intense defensive play from both sides, with LSU's Mikaylah Williams and South Carolina's Tessa Johnson going head-to-head. LSU forward Amiya Joyner had a strong performance, celebrating with teammate Flau'Jae Johnson after scoring. South Carolina center Madina Okot was a force on the boards, grabbing key rebounds throughout the contest.

  • The SEC Women's Basketball Tournament semifinal game took place on Saturday, March 7, 2026.
  • Tip-off was at 5:36 p.m. ET at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.

The players

Joyce Edwards

A standout forward for the South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball team.

Flau'Jae Johnson

A talented guard for the LSU Tigers women's basketball team.

Dawn Staley

The head coach of the South Carolina Gamecocks women's basketball team.

Kim Mulkey

The head coach of the LSU Tigers women's basketball team.

Mikaylah Williams

A starting guard for the LSU Tigers women's basketball team.

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What they’re saying

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— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The winner of the South Carolina-LSU semifinal will advance to the SEC Tournament championship game on March 10, 2026.

The takeaway

This highly anticipated matchup between two of the top women's basketball programs in the country lived up to the hype, with both teams showcasing their talent and determination on the court. The winner will have the chance to compete for the SEC Tournament title and an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.