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Gamecocks Head West For Maui Jim Intercollegiate

COLUMBIA, S.C. - The South Carolina men's golf team, ranked No. 11 in Golfweek's latest poll released Sept. 9, travels west this weekend to the Maui Jim Intercollegiate in Scottsdale, Ariz. The three-day stroke play event begins Friday morning and runs…

(5) Clemson Ready for Thursday Night Tilt at Georgia Tech

ATLANTA (ESPN) -- Thanks to third-ranked Louisville's 63-20 demolition of Florida State on Saturday, many college football followers already have the Cardinals' Oct. 1 date at No. 5 Clemson circled as a potential elimination game for one of the four…

Barksdale, Riggs Named to 18 & Under World 100 List

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) — USA Swimming announced its 2016-17 18 & Under World 100 selections on Thursday, which featured South Carolina swimmers Emma Barksdale and Will Riggs. Barksdale was selected for her 4:44.80 time in the 400 IM, while…

Clemson Volleyball Set For ACC Opener

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) – ACC play begins this weekend as Clemson (5-7) travels to Virginia Tech (5-6) and Pittsburgh (9-3) for its first two conference matches of the season. Clemson enters conference play as one of the top serving teams…

Michael Jordan Releases Statement on Charlotte Shooting

CHARLOTTE (Hornets) – "First, I want to express my condolences to the Scott family for their loss. I also wish for a full recovery to those who have been injured. “In light of the tragic events of the past three days, it…

Clemson Golf Makes First Trip to Nebraska

Clemson, S.C. (CAC) -- Clemson will make its first trip to Nebraska to compete in an intercollegiate golf tournament when the Tigers play in the Jackrabbit in Valentine, Neb.   The 54-hole event that includes 11 teams from the Midwest and…

No. 7 Clemson Travels to No. 19 Virginia Tech Friday

Virginia Tech Match Information Who: No. 7 Clemson Tigers (4-1-1, 0-1-1 ACC) vs. No. 19 Virginia Tech (7-1, 1-1-0 ACC) When: Friday, Sept. 23 at 6:00 p.m. Where: Thompson Field, Blacksburg, Va. Watch: ACC Network Extra (http://es.pn/2cu7TsT) Live Stats: Hokiessports.com (https://t.co/8rXPaalaEY) Follow: @ClemsonMSoccer on Twitter and…

Gamecocks Welcome Baylor to Open Regular Season

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) — The University of South Carolina equestrian team starts the 2016-17 regular season onFriday, Sept. 23, with a home meet against Baylor University. Admission is free at One Wood Farm, located at 1201 Syrup Mill Rd. in Blythewood, and…

Gamecock Volleyball Drops Conference Opener at Missouri

COLUMBIA, MO. (USC SID) - The South Carolina volleyball team opened the SEC season Wednesday night at Missouri (10-3, 1-0 SEC), and the Gamecocks (12-1, 0-1) saw their 12-match win streak ended in a 3-0 decision. 1st Set: The Gamecocks were tentative on…

WATCH: Dabo Explains Clemson’s Misfortunes in Atlanta

[gtxvideo vid='NFB05so7' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/NFB05so7.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: Dabo Explains Clemson's Misfortunes in Atlanta '] (5) Clemson faces Georgia Tech in Atlanta Thursday night, but the Tigers haven't won in Atlanta since 2003. In fact, Dabo Swinney is 0-4 facing Georgia Tech in Atlanta.…

Lexington County Blowfish Announce Hiring of New General Manager

LEXINGTON COUNTY SC (Blowfish) - The Lexington County Blowfish are pleased to announce Brian Larkin as the team's new general manager. Larkin joins the Blowfish from the Pensacola Blue Wahoos (AA Affiliate/Cincinnati Reds) and will officially join the front office…

WATCH: Muschamp Asking More of David Williams

[gtxvideo vid='G6foCqFb' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/G6foCqFb.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: Muschamp Asking More of David Williams'] David Williams was rock solid in Carolina's 20-15 win over ECU Saturday at Williams-Brice, and a pep talk by Will Muschamp might have been the reason why. Click the video…

Newton: There needs to be accountability in police shooting

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — While Cam Newton called the latest police shooting in Charlotte, North Carolina "embarrassing," the Carolina Panthers quarterback says he's not rushing to any judgments until he has more information. The league MVP did have some strong…

USC Will Not Submit Bid for 2017 NCAA Tournament

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) – The University of South Carolina and the Columbia Regional Sports Council will not submit a bid to host the 2017 NCAA Men’s Basketball First and Second Rounds, school officials announced Wednesday. The lack of availability…

Rex Ryan Wants More Out of Former Clemson WR Sammy Watkins

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. -- When Rex Ryan took over as the Buffalo Bills' coach on Jan. 14, 2015, he sold a physical brand of football to fans that was captured in his memorable declaration of wanting to "build a bully"…

Former Gamecock Pharoh Cooper Returns to Rams Practice

THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. -- Pharoh Cooper, Nelson Spruce, and E.J. Gaines are all expected to practice for the Los Angeles Rams this week and all have at least a slight chance of being ready for this Sunday's Week 3 matchup…

Clemson women open season Saturday at Oklahoma

Clemson, S.C. (CAC) -- Clemson’s women’s golf team will open its season Saturday morning at the Schooner Fall Classic in Norman, Okla. The tournament at Belmar Golf Club, will be hosted by the University of Oklahoma and will partnered with…

No. 13 Clemson Soccer Hosts Syracuse Thursday

Who: Syracuse Orange (7-1-2, 0-0-1 ACC) at Clemson Tigers (7-2, 1-0 ACC) When: Thursday, Sept. 22 at 7 p.m. Where: Historic Riggs Field, Clemson, S.C. Rankings: Clemson – No. 13 NSCAA, No. 9 Hero Sports, No. 11 Top Drawer Soccer,…

Gamecock Volleyball Opens SEC Play at Missouri

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) - Hoping to match the program’s best start since 2012, the South Carolina volleyball team heads on the road Wednesday night to open the conference season at Missouri. The Gamecocks, currently one of just five undefeated teams remaining…

(8) Gamecocks Welcome LSU To Stone Stadium Thursday

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) – No. 8 South Carolina women’s soccer aims for its ninth-straight win when it hosts LSU on Thu., Sept. 22, at Stone Stadium in the first of two SEC home matches this week. Kickoff is set for…

Frank Martin Set To Join NABC Board Of Directors

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (USC SID) - The National Association of Basketball Coaches (NABC) announced on Wednesday five head men’s basketball coaches who have been appointed to its board of directors, including fifth-year South Carolina head coach Frank Martin. Martin joins new appointees…

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