South Carolina's hard-fought victory over The Citadel showcases the unpredictable nature of college basketball! On December 13, 2025, the South Carolina Gamecocks managed to secure a win against The Citadel Bulldogs with a final score of 71-55.
The game started with a bit of a struggle for South Carolina, particularly from beyond the arc. However, they rallied in the second half, thanks to key performances. Meechie Johnson was instrumental, scoring 14 of his 19 points in the second half, helping to turn the tide of the game. Mike Sharavjamts contributed 14 points, and Kobe Knox added 12 points to the scoreboard for South Carolina, contributing to their overall score.
The Gamecocks had a rough start, missing their first 19 three-point attempts. But, Myles Stute finally broke the drought with a successful three-pointer with just 9:20 remaining in the game. Johnson and Grant Polk followed up with back-to-back three-pointers, giving South Carolina a comfortable 55-47 lead.
Johnson's three-point play and a subsequent basket by Hayden Assemian extended the lead to 11 points with 4:24 left on the clock.
For The Citadel, Carter Kingsbury stood out, leading his team with 18 points, shooting an impressive 8 out of 14 from the field.
South Carolina's shooting performance was mixed, finishing with only 3 out of 23 from three-point range, with an overall field goal percentage of 42%. However, they improved in the final minutes, making 9 out of 14 shots in the last 10 minutes of the game.
The Citadel struggled, shooting 37% from the field, and only 2 out of 19 from the three-point range (11%). They also made 11 out of 20 free throws (55%). This loss brought The Citadel's record against Division-I opponents to 0-8 for the season.
But here's where it gets interesting... The Citadel's inability to secure a win against Division-I teams raises questions about their overall performance and strategy.
What's next? The Citadel will play at Charleston on Wednesday, while South Carolina will face Clemson on Tuesday.
Now, I'm curious... Do you think South Carolina's slow start from beyond the arc was a cause for concern, or did their comeback show resilience? What are your thoughts on The Citadel's performance this season? Share your opinions in the comments!
