The 2025 women’s NCAA Tournament is in full force, folks.
Among the Friday Sweet 16 matchups will be a bout between South Carolina and Maryland.
The No. 1 seed South Carolina Gamecocks defeated Tennessee Tech in the first round and Indiana in the second round of the women’s March Madness bracket . Their opponent, the 4-seeded Maryland Terrapins , took down the No. 5 seed Alabama Crimson Tide in a thrilling Round of 32 game that went to double overtime.
Here’s how our experts see the Sweet 16 clash playing out. Be sure to check out USA TODAY’s complete March Madness bracket breakdown for in-depth analysis. While you’re at it, don’t forget to read our tournament upset picks and players who could make a splash .
Without further ado, here are our South Carolina vs. Maryland picks and predictions.
South Carolina vs. Maryland picks and predictions
Our experts from across the USA TODAY Network are unanimous (5-0) on who will win the Sweet 16 game between the Gamecocks and Terrapins.
Nancy Armour , USA TODAY: South Carolina
Jordan Mendoza , USA TODAY: South Carolina
Cydney Henderson , USA TODAY: South Carolina
Meg L. Hall , For The Win: South Carolina
Cora Hall , Knoxville News: South Carolina
South Carolina vs. Maryland time, TV channel, how to watch
- Game Day: Friday, March 28, 2025
- Game Time: 5 p.m. ET
- Location: Legacy Arena in Birmingham, Alabama
- TV Channel: ESPN
- Live Stream: Fubo – Watch Now!
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South Carolina vs. Maryland odds
Odds via BetMGM as of Monday, March 24.
- Spread: South Carolina -17.5
- Moneyline Favorite: South Carolina -3000
- Moneyline Underdog: Maryland +1250
- Total: 150.5
