ORANGEBURG, S.C. (Nov. 2, 2026) — South Carolina State women's basketball opened the 2026-27 season in dominating fashion Monday afternoon, using a balanced offensive attack and relentless defensive pressure to cruise past Trinity College of Florida, 112-42, at Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center.

The Lady Bulldogs (1-0), under second-year head coach Cedrick W. Baker, placed five players in double figures, led by Adena Webster's game-high 23 points and 10 rebounds, while forcing 35 turnovers and collecting 27 steals in the commanding 70-point victory.

SC State controlled the contest on both ends of the floor, shooting an impressive 54.9% (45 of 82) from the field while holding Trinity (0-1) to just 25% shooting (15 of 60).

Webster delivered an outstanding all-around performance, connecting on 9 of 14 field-goal attempts while adding five assists and two steals. Ja'dore Hayes followed with 19 points on an efficient 8-of-9 shooting performance, while Chase Thomas contributed 16 points, eight rebounds, four assists and four steals.

The Lady Bulldogs also received a strong defensive performance from Monajah Ford, who recorded a game-high eight steals to go along with nine points and three assists.

After a competitive opening five minutes, SC State began to establish control behind its aggressive defense and transition offense. The Lady Bulldogs closed the first quarter with a 24-9 advantage before outscoring Trinity 30-10 in the second period to build a commanding 54-19 halftime lead.

SC State continued its offensive dominance after intermission, producing a game-high 34 points in the third quarter while limiting Trinity to 12. The Lady Bulldogs carried an 88-31 advantage into the final period and closed out the contest with another 24-point quarter.

The Lady Bulldogs dominated the interior, outscoring Trinity 74-22 in the paint while holding a commanding 56-22 rebounding advantage. SC State also converted turnovers into 43 points, recorded 28 second-chance points and added 27 fast-break points.

SC State's reserves contributed 38 points, highlighting the team's depth as all 11 Lady Bulldogs who entered the contest contributed to the overall effort.

Alexica Murphy added 10 points and six rebounds, while Mya Giles and Ford chipped in nine points apiece. Paula Carvalho provided eight points and five rebounds.

Trinity was led by Travesha Giddens with 10 points, while M'lani Vitela finished with nine.

SC State Game Highs and Highlights

• Leading scorer: Adena Webster — 23 points, 10 rebounds, five assists and two steals.
• Second-leading scorer: Ja'dore Hayes — 19 points, six rebounds and three assists, shooting 8 of 9 from the field.
• Scoring: Chase Thomas — 16 points, eight rebounds, four assists and four steals.
• Double-figure scoring: Alexica Murphy — 10 points and six rebounds.
• Defensive standout: Monajah Ford — Game-high eight steals, nine points and three assists.
• Assists leader: Trinity Butler — Game-high six assists, seven points and six rebounds.
• Rebounding leader: Adena Webster — Game-high 10 rebounds.
• Team shooting: SC State shot 54.9% from the field (45 of 82).
• Defensive pressure: The Lady Bulldogs forced 35 turnovers and collected 27 steals.
• Inside dominance: SC State outscored Trinity 74-22 in the paint.
• Rebounding advantage: The Lady Bulldogs controlled the boards, 56-22.
• Balanced attack: Five Lady Bulldogs scored in double figures, with 38 points coming from the bench.
• Points off turnovers: SC State held a 43-16 advantage.
• Fast-break points: The Lady Bulldogs outscored Trinity 27-9.
• Second-chance points: SC State held a 28-6 advantage.