COLUMBIA, S.C. (Interstat) — Top-seeded South Carolina opened the women’s NCAA Tournament with a commanding 103-34 victory over Southern on Saturday at Colonial Life Arena.

The Gamecocks (32-3) overwhelmed the Lady Jaguars (20-14) from the start, using a 32-point third quarter to turn the game into a rout. Joyce Edwards led South Carolina with 27 points and eight rebounds. Ta’Niya Latson added 17 points and six assists.

Southern, which scored just two points in the third quarter, was led by Jocelyn Tate’s 10 points and eight rebounds. South Carolina’s defense forced numerous turnovers, converting them into 35 points, and dominated inside with 62 points in the paint.

The Gamecocks will face Southern California on Monday in the second round.