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Clemson's Sam Saunders to play at RBC Heritage

Apr 5, 2019 10:41 AM EDT

South Carolina’s only PGA TOUR event is taking place April 15-21, 2019 on Hilton Head Island.

Bucs sign former Gamecock safety

Apr 5, 2019 9:53 AM EDT

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers signed former Gamecock safety Isaiah Johnson this week.

Fireflies drop season-opener to Riverdogs, 2-1

Apr 4, 2019 11:47 PM EDT

The Fireflies opened the 2019 season in front of an energetic crowd of more than 6,000 on Thursday night.

Carolina's Olarra makes cut at inaugural Augusta National Women's Amateur

Apr 4, 2019 9:56 PM EDT

Former Gamecock golfer Ainhoa Olarra has made the cut at the inaugural Augusta National Women's Amateur, winning the second playoff hole Champions Retreat to qualify for the final round at Augusta National on April 6. The group will be the first women to play a competitive round in the storied history of the club.

Sumter to dedicate April 8 "Ja Morant Day"

Apr 4, 2019 9:52 PM EDT

On Monday, April 8, 2019, Sumter, South Carolina will celebrate Ja Morant Day.

Clemson's Hewson makes cut at Augusta National Women’s Amateur

Apr 4, 2019 9:49 PM EDT

Clemson senior Alice Hewson fired a three-under-par 69 on Thursday at Champions Retreat in Augusta, Georgia and qualified for the final round of the first Augusta National Women’s Amateur Championship.

Rain forces changes in Gamecock baseball's series at Alabama

Apr 4, 2019 3:28 PM EDT

Gamecock baseball's series opener with Alabama scheduled for Thursday night (April 4) has been postponed due to the threat of heavy rain on Thursday night.

P.J. Dozier named to All-NBA G League Team

Apr 4, 2019 3:11 PM EDT

The NBA G League announced today that Maine Red Claws guard and former Gamecock P.J. Dozier was named Third Team All-NBA G League as part of the league’s annual awards and recognition.

Fireflies open season Thursday night at Segra Park

Apr 4, 2019 6:11 AM EDT

The Columbia Fireflies begin the 2019 season at home Thursday night, hosting the Charleston Riverdogs.

Former Gamecock tees off at Augusta National Women's Amateur

Apr 3, 2019 10:05 PM EDT

Gamecock great Ainhoa Olarra began the Augusta National Women's Amateur Wednesday, shooting a +3 (T33) opening round.

Clemson players, coaches receive National Championship rings

Apr 3, 2019 9:42 PM EDT

Clemson's players and coaches from the Tigers' 2018 National Championship team all received their title rings Wednesday night after practice.

Dalzell's Ja Morant declares for NBA Draft

Apr 3, 2019 9:17 PM EDT

Dalzell native and Murray State sophomore guard Ja Morant announced Wednesday that he has made himself eligible for the 2019 NBA draft following a record-breaking season for the Racers.

Gamecocks shut out Charlotte, 7-0 Wednesday night

Apr 3, 2019 9:14 PM EDT

No. 17 South Carolina softball used some timely hitting paired with costly errors on the opponents end in a 7-0 victory over Charlotte on Wednesday night at Carolina Softball Stadium At Beckham Field. Carolina scored three runs with two outs on the evening as the Gamecocks posted their fourth shutout win of the year.

In second season, offense taking shape under Bryan McClendon

Apr 3, 2019 7:14 PM EDT

Bryan McClendon begins year two as the Gamecocks' offensive coordinator, and while the offense made strides in his first year, head coach Will Muschamp expects the playbook to open even more in 2019.

Hall of Famer Bobby Cox in hospital, Snitker ‘very concerned’

Apr 3, 2019 3:56 PM EDT

Hall of Famer Bobby Cox, the Atlanta Braves former longtime manager, has been admitted into an Atlanta-area hospital.

REPORTS: Dalzell's Ja Morant to declare for NBA Draft

Apr 3, 2019 3:34 PM EDT

Crestwood High grad Ja Morant, who gained national attention during a phenomenal sophomore season, will declare for the NBA Draft tonight, according to multiple reports.

Allen University adds women's soccer program

Apr 3, 2019 2:21 PM EDT

Allen University Athletics continues to expand with the addition of women’s soccer, increasing the university’s roster of sports programs to 12.

Olson's walk-off home run lifts Gamecocks past No. 3 N.C. State

Apr 3, 2019 12:35 AM EDT

The University of South Carolina baseball team walked off No. 3 North Carolina State on Jacob Olson's second home run of the game and 11th of the season in a 10-8 victory Tuesday night at BB&T Ballpark.

Georgia stifles Clemson in first meeting between teams this season

Apr 3, 2019 12:28 AM EDT

Junior righthander Tim Elliott tossed 7.1 strong innings to lead No. 4 Georgia to a 5-3 victory over No. 13 Clemson at Doug Kingsmore Stadium on Tuesday night.

Alliance of American Football ends first season prematurely

Apr 3, 2019 12:02 AM EDT

The Alliance of American Football has ended its first season prematurely and told most employees that they will be terminated as of Wednesday.

Duke freshmen Williamson, Barrett top AP All-America team

Apr 3, 2019 12:00 AM EDT

The Duke duo was named to The Associated Press All-America team on Tuesday, becoming the second freshman teammates to make the first team in the same season. They were joined by Tennessee’s Grant Williams, Michigan State’s Cassius Winston and Ja Morant of Murray State.