South Carolina Dominates North Carolina 84-39 at Ally Tip-Off
No. 1 South Carolina women's basketball cruised past No. 12/11 North Carolina 84-39 at the fourth annual Ally Tip-Off in Charlotte, improving to 2-0 on the season.
The short version
- No. 1-ranked South Carolina defeated No. 12/11 North Carolina 84-39 at the fourth annual Ally Tip-Off at the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026.
- South Carolina improved to 2-0 on the young season, having previously opened its schedule by defeating No. 20/17 Maryland in Paris on November 2, 2026.
- Chloe Kitts recorded 17 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal in 28 minutes, shooting 7-of-12 from the floor in just her second game back from a torn ACL.
- South Carolina outscored North Carolina 19-7 in the second quarter and 32-9 in the third quarter while forcing 24 turnovers that turned into 38 points.
No. 1-ranked South Carolina routed No. 12/11 North Carolina 84-39 on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, at the fourth annual Ally Tip-Off inside the Spectrum Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. The decisive victory pushed South Carolina to a 2-0 record on the season following an opening win against No. 20/17 Maryland in Paris on November 2, 2026.
How did South Carolina pull away?
South Carolina took control of the game by dominating the middle quarters, outscoring North Carolina 19-7 in the second quarter and 32-9 in the third quarter.
USA Today reported several key statistical advantages for South Carolina:
- Grabbed 20 offensive rebounds, turning them into 25 second-chance points.
- Scored 36 points in the paint compared to North Carolina's 14.
- Forced 24 turnovers, converting them into 38 points.
North Carolina head coach Courtney Banghart evaluated the gap between her squad and the top-ranked program after the final buzzer. *
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score of the South Carolina vs. North Carolina game?
No. 1 South Carolina defeated No. 12/11 North Carolina 84-39 on Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026.
How did Chloe Kitts perform in the game?
Chloe Kitts recorded 17 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, and 1 steal in 28 minutes of play while shooting 7-of-12 from the floor.
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