BREAKING: Indiana coach Teri Moren has asked NCAAW officials to ban or limit the number of South Carolina fans at future games. Teri Moren argued that the large number of South Carolina fans were disruptive, with their loud and aggressive behavior negatively impacting the game that led to the close loss. In response, head coach Dawn Staley fired back angrily, stating, “She has no right to make such demands,” and adding a three-word “threatening” message to Teri Moren….

In a surprising development following Indiana’s 64-53 loss to South Carolina in the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament, Hoosiers head coach Teri Moren has called on NCAA officials to ban or limit the number of South Carolina fans at future games. Moren cited the large and boisterous Gamecocks’ crowd as a disruptive factor that negatively impacted her team’s performance.

“Outstanding crowd,” Moren acknowledged after the game. “But I do think it affected our play at times.”

South Carolina’s Colonial Life Arena is renowned for its passionate fanbase, with head coach Dawn Staley boasting an impressive home record of 230-35.

In response to Moren’s remarks, South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley expressed strong disagreement. “She has no right to make such demands,” Staley stated, adding a three-word message to Moren: “Respect the game.”

The NCAA has not yet commented on Moren’s request. This incident highlights the intense atmosphere of collegiate athletics and raises questions about the influence of home-court advantage.

As the tournament progresses, both teams will reflect on this controversy, with Indiana evaluating its approach to high-pressure environments and South Carolina continuing to leverage its enthusiastic supporters.