Jen Brown Reacts After Queens’ 121–49 Loss to the Gamecocks
Queens head coach Jen Brown offered a clear, composed, and determined message following her team’s 121–49 defeat to the powerhouse South Carolina Gamecocks. Despite the lopsided score, Brown emphasized growth, resilience, and accountability as she broke down what the matchup revealed about her team.
Brown acknowledged from the start that facing Dawn Staley’s No. 1–ranked South Carolina squad would be a “massive challenge,” but she stressed that games like this are crucial for measuring her program’s progress. “South Carolina is elite for a reason,” she said. “Their size, pace, and execution expose every little mistake — and that’s exactly what we need to learn from.”
She credited the Gamecocks for their relentless pressure, praising their depth and energy. “They don’t take possessions off. Whether it’s their starters or their bench, they come at you the same way,” Brown noted. “That’s something we’re striving to build.”
Brown was candid about her team’s struggles, specifically turnovers, defensive breakdowns, and difficulty matching South Carolina’s physicality. However, she refused to let the loss define her players. “We’re not walking out of here defeated,” she said. “We’re walking out with clarity. Now we know where we need to grow.”
In her postgame comments, Brown also highlighted her team’s effort, pointing out stretches where Queens executed well despite the scoreboard. She praised individual players for their composure and encouraged her team to view the game as a developmental tool rather than a setback.
Looking ahead, Brown said the focus would be on correcting fundamentals, improving communication, and increasing consistency. “The scoreboard isn’t the story,” she emphasized. “The story is how we respond. We’re going back to the gym with purpose.”
Even after a 72-point loss, Jen Brown’s message remained firm and optimistic: Queens will learn from this challenge — and come back stronger.
