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Jon Becker
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Sports Writer, The Mercury News
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By Jon Becker Verified|The Mercury NewsVerifiedTAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Defending national champion South Carolina left no doubt it would return to the title game, getting 14 points from Te-Hina Paopao and overwhelming Texas 74-57 on Friday night in the Final Four of the women’s NCAA Tournament. The Gamecocks are a win away from becoming the first team to secure consecutive titles since UConn won four straight from 2013-16.
By Jon Becker Verified|The Mercury NewsVerifiedThe scoring was lower than usual at Champions Retreat, where the opening two rounds are held before the top 30 who make the cut play the final round at Augusta National, which hosts the Masters next week. The weather was warm and turf was still relatively soft, and Ganne took advantage with a bogey-free round. Playing early and starting on the back, the Stanford junior ran off three straight birdies early and saved par with an 18-foot putt on the fifth hole, her 14th of the day.
By Jon Becker Verified|The Mercury NewsVerifiedTAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Defending national champion South Carolina left no doubt it would return to the title game, getting 14 points from Te-Hina Paopao and overwhelming Texas 74-57 on Friday night in the Final Four of the women’s NCAA Tournament. The Gamecocks are a win away from becoming the first team to secure consecutive titles since UConn won four straight from 2013-16.
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The Mercury News
The Mercury News is a historic daily newspaper and digital media outlet based in San Jose, California. Founded in 1851, it is the oldest continuously published daily newspaper in California and serves the Silicon Valley and global technology community. Originally launched as the San Jose Weekly Visitor, it evolved through various name changes and mergers, becoming The Mercury News in 1983. The publication focuses on delivering daily regional news, investigative journalism, and technology reporting. It emphasizes accuracy and public accountability, reflecting the diverse demographics of its community. The Mercury News has received numerous accolades, including a Pulitzer Prize, for its influential role in Silicon Valley and its commitment to transparency in journalism. As part of the Bay Area News Group, it continues to adapt to digital trends while maintaining its legacy of community engagement and ethical reporting.
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