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Jets Sign Former Gamecock Antonio Allen

FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) — The New York Jets waived tight end Brian Parker on Tuesday after he failed his physical and signed safety Antonio Allen. Parker was acquired on waivers from Kansas City on Sunday. The Jets now have…

Nightclub Releases Statement on Tajh Boyd Arrest

Former Clemson star Tajh Boyd was arrested and charged with assault Tuesday after allegedly shoving a man at a Greenville nightclub in July. The nightclub, On the Roxx, released this statement today: "In reference to the recent charges brought against…

Lexington District One ends Title IX lawsuit

LEXINGTON, S.C. — Lexington County School District One’s Board of Trustees and its administrators are pleased to announce the settlement of a lawsuit brought against the district by Samuel L. and Tanya J. Light. The…

Gamecock Softball Adds Matt Stewart as Volunteer Assistant Coach

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) – Gamecock head softball coach Beverly Smith added more championships to her staff, bringing on Matt Stewart as the team’s volunteer assistant coach. Stewart’s spent the last three years with Florida, working as a manager on…

Clemson Hosts Tournament this Weekend

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) – Clemson (3-3) will host North Dakota (2-4), Tulane (3-3) and East Tennessee State (6-0) in its final home non-conference tournament of the season this weekend in Jervey Gym. The Tigers open up the Clemson Classic with…

SEC Network Sits Down with Will Muschamp Wednesday

COLUMBIA, S.C. (SEC Network) -- SEC Network returns SEC Inside and SEC Film Room for the 2016 football season on Wednesday with double episodes of each. SEC Inside kicks off the evening with a fresh perspective on the South Carolina…

WATCH: Clemson Back in Death Valley Saturday vs. Troy

[gtxvideo vid='kowbwp7m' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/kowbwp7m.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: Clemson Back in Death Valley Saturday vs. Troy'] Dating back to their 2015 regular season finale in Columbia, the Clemson Tigers have played their last five games away from home. This Saturday, Dabo Swinney's team returns…

WATCH: Muschamp Starting Orth in Starkville Saturday

[gtxvideo vid='pCy7no3n' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/pCy7no3n.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: Muschamp Starting Orth in Starkville Saturday'] As Will Muschamp held his weekly press conference Tuesday, he stated that while Perry Orth will start under center at Mississippi State Saturday, Brandon McIlwain will also take snaps against…

Irmo's Savannah McCaskill Named SEC Offensive Player Of the Week

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) – South Carolina women’s soccer standout Savannah McCaskill has been named the SEC Offensive Player of the Week, the league announced on Tuesday. The accolade marks the third weekly conference honor for the junior forward, who…

SEC Releases 2016-17 Men’s Basketball League Schedule

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) - The Southeastern Conference unveiled its men’s basketball league schedule for the 2016-17 campaign on Tuesday. The schedule, which features an 18-game lineup, will see each of Carolina’s matchups broadcast nationally with seven contests on the ESPN…

Benedict Receive Votes In HSRN Football Poll

COLUMBIA, S.C. - Benedict's dominating defensive performance in Saturday's 5-3 victory over Livingstone College was noticed nationally. The Tigers received 13 votes in the Heritage Sports Radio Network Division II/NAIA football poll, the most points of any team not ranked…

Gamecock Kicker Fry Named SEC Special Teams Player of the Week

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) -- University of South Carolina placekicker Elliott Fry was recognized as the Southeastern Conference’s Special Teams Player of the Week for his performance in the Gamecocks’ win over Vanderbilt, it was announced today. Fry, a six-foot,…

Former Clemson QB Charged with Assault

Former Clemson star Tahj Boyd turned himself into authorities Tuesday morning and is charged with assault stemming from an incident at a Greenville nightclub in July authorities say.

Four Bulldogs Earn NFL Roster Spots

ORANGEBURG, SC (SCSU) – Four players from South Carolina State’s 2015 football squad have earned roster spots on National Football League teams. Bulldog standouts Javon Hargrave (Pittsburgh), Temmarick Hemingway (Los Angeles Rams) and Antonio Hamilton (Oakland Raiders) secured positions on…

WATCH: Fireflies Finish Inagural Season

[gtxvideo vid='1nWG25gY' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/1nWG25gY.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: Fireflies Finish Inagural Season'] The boys of summer are done for the season. The Fireflies finished their first campaign in Columbia on Labor Day, falling to Charelston 14-2. Click the video above to see the story…

WATCH: South Aiken Outscores Swansea to Close Week 2

[gtxvideo vid='5GQLggVQ' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/5GQLggVQ.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: South Aiken Outscores Swansea to Close Week 2'] Week two in the Midlands finally closed on Monday night after Friday's weather issues rearranged the Labor Day Weekend schedule. South Aiken and Swansea put up a combined 92…

Gamecocks Top Charlotte To Remain Unbeaten On The Season

COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina women’s soccer (5-0-1) remained unbeaten on the season and pushed its winning streak to five games after topping Charlotte 3-0 on Monday night at Stone Stadium. Junior forward Savannah McCaskill continued her impressive form, tallying…

Newberry's Castle featured on SportsCenter's Top 10

BRISTOL, Conn. – Markell Castle’s leaping, twisted, one-handed catch on a high pass from Raleigh Yeldell was featured on ESPN as the No. 2 play on SportsCenter’s Top Ten Sunday evening. The play came as part of a four-play, 73-yard scoring…

WATCH: Clemson Gets Past Close Call at Auburn

[gtxvideo vid='TjPtJlmF' thumb='http://player.gtxcel.com/thumbs/TjPtJlmF.jpg' vtitle='WATCH: Clemson Gets Past Close Call at Auburn'] No. 2 Clemson faced what they referred to as an expected challenge Saturday night at Auburn, pulling out a 19-13 win by a closer margin than what was predicted.…

Fireflies Split Doubleheader With Charleston on Sunday

COLUMBIA, SC (Fireflies) – 5,304 fans packed Spirit Communications Park on Sunday, and the Fireflies managed to split their doubleheader with the RiverDogs. Columbia took the first game of the twin bill, 5-1. Gaby Almonte tossed a complete game and…

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