How Raven Johnson grew from last year's viral 'wave-off' to lead undefeated South Carolina

With an improved shot and re-infused confidence following last year's Final Four disappointment, Raven Johnson has emerged as a leader and playmaker for the undefeated, top-seeded South Carolina women's basketball team.

[gc]

Raven’s revenge was sweet! Undefeated 2024 champ!

[carmellabrown]

Yet ESPN and these other channel not talking about that "disrespectful" wave off. Raven is that girl and has stepped up tremendously

[marksinger]

Raven is a class act. You can see the respect and admiration she gets from opponents. As far as the “wave off” is concerned, it was disrespectful of her opponent but Raven actually had a good game. She knocked down some key baskets in the second half. The team was just off that day. 4 out of 5 times SC would have beat Iowa.

[jacewoods]

Nothing was said about what Caitlin did to disrespect her last year and the aftermath but all signs point to a rematch and the potential matchup between Raven and Clark now unless the refs insert themselves into the game Raven and her squad will get history making payback

[koolhandduke]

I am so so proud of Raven Johnson. She was a main factor in Sou Car winning the chip. She wanted the assignment of guarding Caitlyn and did a masterful job. Better than anybody to date. Caitlyn still got 30 pts, but only 7 pts when Raven got on her. Forcing turnovers, getting steals and even blocked Caitlyn's shot. Effectively stopping a Caitlyn comeback onslaught. So very proud of you sista.

[jazzyj]

Ra-venge season 😈
“It’s an apology to myself from last year” 🥺💕

This honestly makes me want to do better too! ❤😊

[LaJuneGotOils]

Raven! You are a great leader! You only go up from here! Don’t take your foot off the gas in leading your team to the Championship Trophy! 🏆 🙏🏽🏀

[Charnelle]

Hollywood Raven! Let’s win this chip to seal the deal!🤝

[JohnCarter-bh]

Raven is blessed mighty and strong ❤❤❤ love you girl.

[kstar]

This young Queen's bounce back is legendary!!!! Listen, she was disrespected on National TV in front of millions, I remember watching it like dawg this is CRAZY!! I was embarrassed for her so to hear her express how she felt and having to re-watch one of your biggest fails...this is the type of thing that could break a player but to see how she responded to this moment. I'm all for the Raven Revenge tour cause this baby took that L and came back stronger, like literally and locked Clark up. I mean shut her down and got some steals, this story should be broadcasted even more louder to kids coming up as an example that even when you have a low moment it's up to YOU to rise back to the TOP and it's possible. Now she's a Champ! Go Raven!

[sweetladyt]

Yesss...CONGRATULATIONS RAVEN JOHNSON!!!!☺ You did an AMAZING job♥ May you continue to do great things!

[belindafoster-ebsb]

I'm ok with athletes showing emotion. They're human, not robots. If you cry, so what. Half the people yapping cannot do what these athletes do. Just sit at a keyboard and say derogatory things. Congratulations to all these great women athletes. I love that their getting recognition and shine.

[bre]

That’s why we need that rematch with Iowa!🤷🏽‍♀️ But Raven is an excellent point guard and it’s only going up from here!

[jameswilliams]

She's about to explode 💣 I remember what Catlin Clark did. Raven has been waiting on this one😂

[Tim.Mitch.]

Remember when Caitlin did this, but she wasn't hit with death threats like Angel was and still is?

[jj_]

PERFECT. SEASON. I absolutely love it for her, coach Dawn...THE WHOLE TEAM!!

[isaacwashington]

If Dat Was Angel Reese Waving Someone Off It Would’ve Been An Issue Smh 🤦🏾‍♂️

[stevecarter]

Georgia is proud of Raven Johnson stay strong Atlanta is proud of you

[Jay-idol]

Raven Johnson is a chocolate baddie who is one of the best defensive players in college basketball

[coolmoe]

2:36
"Keep Your Foot On the Gass An Don't Let Up Against Iowa..."
Congrats Champ.. WELL DONE.. 👍🏿