COLUMBIA, S.C. --The NCAA Women's Tournament tips off in Columbia with one of the bracket's most lopsided match-ups on paper—but also one filled with contrasting styles, motivations, and storylines. Southern, fresh off a hard-earned First Four victory, now steps into one of the sport's most intimidating environments to face the #1 overall seed, South Carolina.

Southern enters this match-up with momentum and confidence after surviving the First Four. While the challenge is massive, the Jaguars have a unique opportunity— they're playing with nothing to lose.

That mindset can be powerful.

To stay competitive, Southern will likely:

• Push the tempo and avoid getting stuck in half-court sets
• Look for early offense before South Carolina's defense gets set
• Rely heavily on perimeter shooting to stretch the floor

The longer Southern can keep the game within reach, the more pressure (however slight) shifts toward the favorite.

Tip-off: 1 p.m.
Opponent: University of South Carolina
Location: Colonial Life Arena 
TV: ABC

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