The UCLA women's basketball team has won its first-ever women's NCAA championship title, defeating South Carolina Gamecocks 79-51 in a hard-fought Easter Sunday game. The victory marks a significant milestone for the UCLA team, which features superstar player Lauren Betts and guard Kiki Rice. The team had a 29-point lead going into the fourth quarter. Despite not having yet earned a national championship in over 45 years, UCLA is the reigning champion in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament. Coach Cori Close praised the team's hard work and dedication, with only one regular-season game loss. Players Betts, Rice, Gabriela Jaquez and Charlisse Leger-Walker are set to begin their professional basketball careers with the WNBA draft on April 13.