In the 2021 Jimmy V Classic, the 18,000 fans inside Colonial Life Arena were treated to a top-10 masterclass between two top post players in college basketball.
Preseason All-American Aliyah Boston — averaging 16 points, nine rebounds — versus sophomore standout Angel Reese — putting up 18.5 points, 10.2 rebounds — was worth the price of admission. Still, the afternoon treated fans to much more than two bigs going at it.
The defensive game plans drawn up by No. 8 Maryland women’s basketball head coach Brenda Frese and No. 1 South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley, two of the sport’s most respected coaches, led to a low-scoring yet dramatic affair.