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Fireflies Shut Out West Virginia Friday Night

CHARLESTON, WV – Bryce Beeler joined the Fireflies on Monday, and just four days later the right-hander tossed 6.1 shutout innings leading Columbia to a 2-0 win over West Virginia at Appalachian Power Park. In his first professional start, Beeler…

Connor Shaw to Sign with Chicago Bears

CHICAGO, IL (WOLO) -- Just one day after the Cleveland Browns released former Gamecock Quarterback Connor Shaw, the Chicago Bears come calling. According to Shaw's twitter page, the Bears will sign the former Gamecock. #DaBears let's get to work! God…

Former Gamecock Justin Smoak Homers in Loss to Indians

TORONTO (AP) — A franchise-best 14th straight win sure didn't come easy for the Cleveland Indians. Carlos Santana homered in the 19th inning off infielder Darwin Barney and the Indians beat the Toronto Blue Jays 2-1 on Friday. "I guess…

USC's Johnson, Clemson's Beer Make USA Collegiate Baseball Team

LOS ANGELES (USA Collegiate Baseball) -- The USA Baseball Collegiate National Team has finalized its 24-man roster that will take part in three international friendship series this summer. The group features 12 hitters and 12 pitchers with Tanner Houck (Missouri)…

Clemson Fires Women's Golf Coach

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) – JT Horton will no longer be the head coach of the women’s golf program, Director of Athletics Dan Radakovich announced today. "We appreciate the work Coach Horton did during the inaugural seasons of our women's golf…

Blossomgame Earns Nike Academy Invitation

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) — Senior forward Jaron Blossomgame earned an invitation to a prestigious summer basketball camp. The first-team All-ACC standout, who withdrew from NBA Draft consideration in May, will participate in the Nike Basketball Academy from July 24-28 in…

Flach Represents Gamecocks at U.S. Olympic Trials

OMAHA, Neb. (USC SID) -- South Carolina alumnus Michael Flach was back in the pool Friday for his third and final race of the 2016 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials. Flach took part in the men’s 100 butterfly, finishing 101st. Flach swam three…

Fireflies to Hold Independence Day Celebration

COLUMBIA, SC – With Independence Day just days away, the Fireflies are proud to introduce a new Midlands tradition as we celebrate America’s birthday at Spirit Communications Park on Monday, July 4, 2016. Columbia hosts its in-state rival, the Charleston RiverDogs…

USC Announces Partnership with Barnes and Noble

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) — The University of South Carolina announced it is extending its current partnership with Barnes & Noble College, a leading operator of college bookstores in the United States and the current operator of the USC Bookstore and…

Ray Tanner Promotes Five USC Administrators

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) — University of South Carolina Athletics Director Ray Tanner has reorganized his senior staff, giving five administrators new titles and duties, it was announced Friday. Charles Bloom has been named Executive Associate Athletics Director/Chief of Staff. He…

Jose Leger to Coach in MLB All-Star Futures Game

CHARLESTON, WV – Columbia manager Jose Leger will join long-time friend and St. Lucie Mets (Advanced-A) Manager Luis Rojas on the World Team’s coaching staff for the MLB Futures Game during All-Star week in San Diego. Leger will coach third…

Too Much Power in Fireflies Loss

CHARLESTON, WV – Dash Winningham blasted his fourth homer of the season on Thursday, but Columbia fell to West Virginia in the series opener, 4-2. The Fireflies have now launched at least one long ball in five straight games. It…

Browns Release Former Gamecock QB Connor Shaw

CLEVELAND, OH (WOLO) -- Former Gamecock Quarterback Connor Shaw tweeted today that he's been released by the Cleveland Browns. @Browns Thankful for the two years spent in CLE. Learned & grew a lot! Ready to see where God guides my…

Watson Named ACC Athlete of the Year

Clemson, S.C. (CAC) --Clemson consensus All-America quarterback Deshaun Watson is the recipient of the McKevlin Award as the Male Athlete of the Year in the Atlantic Coast Conference for the 2015-16 academic year. Notre Dame senior track star Molly Seidel…

Three Gamecocks Race at U.S. Olympic Trials

OMAHA, Neb. — Three more Gamecocks were in the pool on Thursday as the 2016 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials continued from the CenturyLink Center. Emma Barksdale and Kersten Dirrane each swam the women’s 200 breaststroke, while Jack Smith made his debut in the men’s 200 IM. The…

Current, Former Tigers Heading to U.S. Olympic Trials

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) -- Seven athletes with Clemson ties, including current senior Tevin Hester, will compete in the U.S. Olympic Track & Field Trials in Eugene, Ore., from July 1-10. The trials serve as the qualifying competition for the upcoming…

Carolina Women to Play Louisville November 27

COLUMBIA, S.C. – (USC SID) - South Carolina will take part in the 2016 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Challenge, the organization announced today. The Gamecocks will host three games at Colonial Life Arena Nov. 20-22 before traveling…

Former Tiger Ryan Young Joins Staff as Assistant Coach

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) – Former Tiger two-time All-ACC selection and ATP Tour player Ryan Young joins the Clemson men's tennis staff as an assistant coach. Head Coach John Boetsch made the announcement Thursday afternoon. Young comes to Clemson after spending…

USC Hoops to Hold 8k in 8 Days Campaign this Summer

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) - The South Carolina men’s basketball team will hold the Third Annual “8K In 8 Days” campaign this July, which is aimed at reaching 8,000 fans in the greater Columbia community and the State of South…

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