Posts most points in NCAA Tournament history vs. South Carolina

Caitlin Clark’s rampage on the record books continued on Sunday, David Suggs reports for The Sporting News.

The Iowa supernova took another step towards immortality in the Hawkeyes’ national championship clash with South Carolina. With 21 points in the first half, Clark became the NCAA Tournament’s greatest-ever scorer. In the process, she surpassed some marquee names, including one Basketball Hall of Famer.

Most points in NCAA Tournament history

Clark made history on Sunday, surpassing Chamique Holdsclaw’s mark of 478 points.

Caitlin Clark has broken Chamique Holdsclaw's record for most career points in the NCAA Tournament 👏

480 points and counting pic.twitter.com/qoS8hD2SjW

— The Sporting News (@sportingnews) April 7, 2024

She broke the record in style, rising over Kamilla Cardoso’s outstretched grasp to knock down a 3-pointer just as the first quarter ended. It was one of 18 points she dropped in the opening frame.

Clark’s showcase was central to the Hawkeyes opening up an 11-point advantage in the game’s early moments.

With her display, Clark became March Madness’ all-time leader in points. She already held the record mark in assists and 3-pointers made. With those numbers, it’s hard to argue she’s not the tournament’s greatest-ever player.

Here’s a closer look at who Clark soared past in her quest for tourney greatness: