"I love how unserious this team is": College hoops fans in splits as Bree Hall, MiLaysia Fulwiley, and more Gamecocks belt out Christmas carols

Bree Hall, MiLaysia Fulwiley, and the South Carolina Gamecocks had fans in splits because of their latest off-court antics and lighthearted vibe.

In an Instagram post on Sunday featuring Bree Hall, MiLaysia Fulwiley, and other members of the Gamecocks belting out Christmas carols, fans caught a glimpse of South Carolina’s fun and playful side during the holiday season.

"The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear," the caption read.

The video has struck a buzz with the fans as it showcased the Gamecocks, who gathered and sang Christmas classics with exaggerated passion and humor.

Their off-key notes, dramatic gestures and uncontrollable laughter made it clear that this was about having fun, not perfection.

Fans flooded the comment section, reacting to the hilarious display.

"I love how unserious this team is," a fan commented.

A fan comment on the South Carolina Gamecocks's Christmas post. (Credits: IG / South Carolina Gamecocks)

MiLaysia Fulwiley’s comedic timing and Bree Hall’s animated expressions left fans laughing and appreciating the team’s goofy side.

Fans commenting on the South Carolina Gamecocks's Christmas post. (Credits: IG / South Carolina Gamecocks)

Coach Dawn Staley has fostered a culture of balance within the South Carolina program. While excellence on the court remains the top priority, Staley emphasizes the importance of creating an environment where players can be themselves and have fun.

For fans, this video was the perfect holiday treat, proving that even champions know how to embrace the spirit of the season with laughter and love.

When Dawn Staley helped Bree Hall and other South Carolina seniors find their form

South Carolina Gamecocks coach Dawn Staley gives instructions to her players. (Credits: Getty)

South Carolina struggled to find its rhythm through the first three games of the season, with slow starts plaguing the team. Falling behind early against Michigan, NC State and Coppin State, the Gamecocks lacked their usual dominance.

Coach Dawn Staley attributed the struggles to a lack of focus among some senior players with WNBA aspirations, sparking candid conversations that have since turned things around.

South Carolina boasts a veteran starting lineup, including fourth and fifth-year players like Bree Hall, Sania Feagin, and Raven Johnson. While their experience is invaluable, Staley believed their draft ambitions affected their play.

“Sometimes it happens,” Staley said. “Your focus becomes something else, and it makes you press, taking you out of your routine.”

Bree Hall, a sharp-shooting guard who hit 38.5% from three-point range last season, struggled early this season.

She admitted to overthinking her performance, which frustrated her. After tearful conversations with Staley and the coaching staff, Hall recalibrated her mindset.

“I was pressing too much and doubting myself,” Hall said. “I just took it one game at a time.”

The results were immediate. Against East Carolina, Bree Hall connected on her first three-point attempt, which boosted her confidence.

She finished with 10 points on 3-for-6 shooting, including 2-for-4 from beyond the arc. Staley praised Hall’s performance, emphasizing the importance of staying relaxed.

“The shots she took today were perfect,” Staley said. “If she can maintain this pace, it increases her chances of being a pro.”

Unlike Hall, Sania Feagin’s challenge was adapting to a starting role after primarily coming off the bench in previous seasons.

Quick foul trouble limited her effectiveness in the first three games, but Feagin found her footing against East Carolina, contributing 10 points and four rebounds in 14 minutes.

Staley highlighted Sania Feagin’s defensive potential and experience, urging her to stay active and consistent.

“Feagin knows what to do,” Staley said. “Her activity and experience are crucial for us.”

With the Gamecocks seniors stepping up, South Carolina appears poised to hit its stride. Hall and Feagin’s renewed focus and improved production come at a crucial time.

For South Carolina, the success of this season and the futures of its WNBA-bound stars hinge on their ability to stay focused, confident and composed in high-pressure situations.