Swanson USC womens basketball nets disrespectful No. 1 seed

USC women's basketball has earned a No. 1 seed in the NCAA tournament, a development that was largely expected. However, the Trojans were placed fourth among the No. 1 seeds, behind South Carolina and Texas, which has drawn significant criticism from Coach Lindsay Gottlieb. She noted the inconsistency in rankings, especially considering USC's strong performance against UCLA, a team that South Carolina lost to.

This decision has raised questions about the committee's criteria for seeding, particularly given that USC defeated UConn, another top contender, earlier in the season. The Trojans are set to begin their tournament journey against No. 16 UNC Greensboro, with hopes of advancing to the Spokane Regional. The article emphasizes the potential for a challenging Elite Eight matchup against UConn, should both teams progress. Gottlieb's passionate response reflects the broader sentiment within the USC community regarding perceived injustices in the rankings.

This situation highlights the ongoing discussions about equity and fairness in NCAA tournament seeding.