Dawn Staley elected not to start star MiLaysia Fulwiley in South Carolina's Sweet 16 matchup against Maryland, a decision that almost backfired on the coach

This time, she listened to her coach and elevated her game. Fulwiley scored 16 of her 23 points in the second half, including a couple of dazzling plays to help the top-seeded Gamecocks beat fourth-seeded Maryland 71-67 in the Sweet 16 of the women’s NCAA Tournament.

Star MiLaysia Fulwiley just played 10 minutes on Sunday in South Carolina's win over Indiana in the NCAA Tournament. Dawn Staley explained why.

MiLaysia Fulwiley has captured the attention of basketball fans nationwide with her dynamic playstyle and fearless approach to the game. As one of the most exciting young guards in college basketball,

South Carolina Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley got honest about MiLaysia Fulwiley only playing 9 minutes during their March 23 NCAA Tournament game.

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Coach Staley acknowledged what critics might think of an 'ugly' performance but highlighted the toughness of her team. "Is it ugly? Yes. Are people going to say this doesn't look like a national championship team?

Fulwiley can take over a game offensively, as she proved Friday in the Gamecocks' win over Maryland. But she's also shown growth in the mental aspect of the game, and that's vital to South Carolina.