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Gamecocks give glimpse to first 2019 depth chart

Jul 15, 2019 12:15 AM EDT

Before SEC Media Days begin on Monday in Hoover, the Gamecocks released their first depth chart for 2019 Fall Camp, along with the rest of the conference.

Texans' Smith shows youth campers chasing your dreams is "all real"

Jul 14, 2019 2:03 AM EDT

Texans wide receiver Vyncint Smith did not have the easiest path to the NFL, but he spent Saturday making sure he let the next generation of Columbia's football players know the road less traveled can still take you to your dreams.

Blythewood's Bethel hosts 7-on-7 classic

Jul 14, 2019 1:45 AM EDT

When most NFL players decide to give their time to a community, they normally host a camp to teach the game to young athletes. But Justin Bethel has given back in another way.

Mike Williams leads his second-annual youth camp

Jul 14, 2019 1:31 AM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver and Clemson National Champion Mike Williams hosted his second-annual youth camp back at his high school, Lake Marion.

Vientos' Inside-The-Park Homer Welcomes One Millionth Fan To Segra Park

Jul 13, 2019 12:13 AM EDT

The Columbia Fireflies welcomed their one millionth fan to Segra Park on Friday night. That fan, as well as 4,103 other members of the Fireflies faithful were greeted with the gift of witnessing one of the most exciting plays in baseball.

Staley Receives Human Spirit Award

Jul 13, 2019 12:11 AM EDT

In recognition of her leadership on and off the court, South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley has been named a winner of the 2019 Mannie Jackson - Basketball's Human Spirit Award.

Kirkland and Arrington Selected to Clemson Ring of Honor

Jul 13, 2019 12:09 AM EDT

Former Clemson All-Americans Levon Kirkland (football) and Deliah Arrington (women’s soccer) will be inducted into the Clemson Ring of Honor this fall.

Heat signs former Gamecock Chris Silva

Jul 11, 2019 9:52 PM EDT

The Miami Heat announced today that they have signed former Gamecock forward Chris Silva.

Stealing first gets a tryout in Atlantic League

Jul 11, 2019 6:11 PM EDT

Batters in the Atlantic League will get the chance to steal first base in a new series of experimental rules announced Thursday.

Clemson captures World University Games gold medal

Jul 11, 2019 5:49 PM EDT

John Newman III scored a game-high 20 points with a team-high seven rebounds, as the United States, comprised of 2019-20 Clemson players, defeated Ukraine 85-63 to win the gold medal in the World University Games at Palasport Del Mauro.

A'ja Wilson named WNBA All-Star for second-straight season

Jul 11, 2019 4:51 PM EDT

The Washington Mystics’ Elena Delle Donne and the Las Vegas Aces’ A’ja Wilson lead the list of 10 players – four guards and six frontcourt players from across the WNBA – who were selected by fans, current WNBA players and media to start in AT&T WNBA All-Star 2019.

ACC Announces Bowl Agreements for 2020-25

Jul 11, 2019 2:58 PM EDT

The Atlantic Coast Conference on Thursday announced a new six-year bowl lineup, beginning in 2020, which includes the addition of the San Diego County Credit Union Holiday Bowl and the newly created bowl game in Boston.

Hartsville native and NFL legend Albert Haynesworth in "dire need" of kidney transplant

Jul 11, 2019 1:49 PM EDT

Former NFL defensive tackle and Hartsville native Albert Haynesworth has put out a message for help.

Dreher's Mack, USA go for gold Thursday afternoon in Italy

Jul 11, 2019 10:27 AM EDT

The United States will play for a Gold Medal in Thursday’s rematch with Ukraine at 8 p.m. (2 p.m. ET).

Fireflies' offense goes cold in loss to Greenjackets

Jul 11, 2019 12:08 AM EDT

Shervyen Newton achieved one of the more impressive feats of the Fireflies season on Wednesday night.

Spartanburg's Zion Williamson wins 2019 ESPY as Best College Athlete

Jul 10, 2019 9:49 PM EDT

Former Duke men’s basketball standout Zion Williamson added another trophy to his collection Wednesday evening, winning the ESPY as the 2019 College Athlete of the Year.

Spurrier to coach in 2020 Polynesian Bowl

Jul 10, 2019 1:40 PM EDT

The Polynesian Bowl announced today that Steve Spurrier and Frank Beamer have been selected as head coaches for the 2020 Polynesian Bowl.

Jake Bentley headlining Gamecock trio at SEC Media Days

Jul 10, 2019 12:31 PM EDT

Gamecock Football will be represented by quarterback Jake Bentley, linebacker TJ Brunson and wide receiver Bryan Edwards at the 2019 SEC Football Kickoff Media Days next week

Fireflies move back into first place in second half of season

Jul 10, 2019 1:01 AM EDT

The Fireflies returned back to Segra Park on Tuesday after the off day looking fresh and energized. Columbia vaulted itself back into first place with a 4-1 series-opening win over Augusta. The Fireflies were sharp in every phase of the game on Tuesday – pitching, timely hitting and clean defense.