“Will forever be a baddie”: College hoops fans react to Dawn Staley’s street style-inspired outfit for clash against NC State

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley rocked a street-style-inspired outfit for Sunday’s matchup against the North Carolina State Wolfpack. ESPNW shared photos and videos on Instagram of Staley’s arrival at Charlotte’s Spectrum Center, sparking fan reactions.

The No. 1 Gamecocks secured a 71-57 victory against the No. 9 Wolfpack.

College hoops fans didn't wait long as they began sharing their thoughts on Staley's outfit choice for the game.

"@staley05 will forever be a baddie," one fan wrote.

A fan reacts to coach Staley's outfit choice (Credits: IG/@espnw)

A few more fans chimed in to compliment the South Carolina coach’s style.

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However, not all fans were fond of Staley's outfit.

"Dawn is very cute! Get you a new wardrobe tho..," one fan wrote.

A fan was not fond of Dawn Staley's outfit choice (Screenshot via Instagram, @espnw)

Another fan had a keen eye as they took notice of a rolled-up paper in Staley's hands.

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Dawn Staley's South Carolina clinched an important win vs NC State

Dawn Staley led her South Carolina team to an impressive 71-57 win over NC State. She managed to get the best out of Te-Hina Paopao and MiLaysia Fulwiley as they scored 23 and 18 points respectively. Sania Feagin and Raven Johnson also contributed with a combined 17 rebounds.

The Gamecocks entered the halftime with a 39-30 lead. Staley's players ended up securing the victory which should keep them in high spirits for now.

The occasion also marked the return of Ashlyn Watkins who was well-received by the fans in attendance. She was suspended by South Carolina after being charged with alleged assault and kidnapping. However, those charges were later dropped and her suspension was lifted.

Watkins recorded six points and six boards off the bench.

The Gamecocks will now turn their attention to their matchups against Coppin State and East Carolina as they look to improve their 2-0 winning start to the new campaign.