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Denny Hamlin wins Southern 500 to open NASCAR Cup playoffs

Denny Hamlin shook off a difficult week in the best way possible — ending his season-long winless drought with a victory at the Southern 500 to open the NASCAR Cup Series playoffs.

WATCH: Zeb Noland speaks to the media after the Gamecocks victory over Eastern Illinois

WATCH: Zeb Noland speaks to the media after the Gamecocks victory over Eastern Illinois.

WATCH: Shane Beamer on his first win as head coach of the Gamecocks

WATCH: Chennis Berry gets first win as Benedict head coach

Click the video to watch Benedict's 45-12 win over Allen, the first under new head coach Chennis Berry.

Defensive gem lifts No. 5 Georgia past No. 3 Clemson, 10-3

Christopher Smith returned an interception 74 yards for a touchdown and No. 5 Georgia turned in a defensive effort for the ages, toppling third-ranked Clemson 10-3 on Saturday in the opener for both teams.

Beamer Ball debuts in South Carolina’s 46-0 win

South Carolina coach turned quarterback Zeb Noland threw for four touchdowns on 13 completions as the Gamecocks beat Eastern Illinois 46-0 on Saturday night.

Hefley's 10-TD Performance Leads PC to Season-Opening Win

Redshirt sophomore quarterback Ren Hefley threw for 538 yards and an FCS single-game record 10 touchdowns as the Presbyterian College football team opened the Kevin Kelley era with an 84-43 victory over St. Andrews on Saturday afternoon at Bailey Memorial Stadium.

Wolves pound out 31-7 win over Barton

After holding off a late rally by Barton in the spring to win 20-17, the Wolves dominated the Bulldogs 31-7 in the season opener for both teams Saturday afternoon.

WATCH: Shane Beamer's first Gamecock Walk as South Carolina's head coach

Click the video to watch Shane Beamer's first Gamecock Walk as the head coach of South Carolina.

No 3 Clemson kicks off Uiagalelei era vs No 5 Georgia

Clemson sophomore quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei finally has the national spotlight to himself. The Georgia Bulldogs would love nothing more than to steal it from him and set themselves up for a run at a national championship.

Beamer looks to control his emotions in South Carolina debut

South Carolina coach Shane Beamer counseled his team this week not to let emotions overwhelm them in their season opener with Eastern Illinois.

WATCH: Week two high school football highlights

Click the video to watch week 1 highlights of the high school football slate. "Friday Night Fever" is sponsored by Wendy's and White Brown Smiles.

No. 22 Coastal Carolina, McCall blow out The Citadel 52-14

Grayson McCall learned a lot of things from Coastal Carolina’s breakthrough season last year. He’s ready to carry them into this fall.

No. 22 Coastal Carolina opens season against The Citadel

The Citadel faithful doesn’t care much for Coastal Carolina coach Jamey Chadwell. That dislike figures to grow after Chadwell’s 22nd-ranked Chanticleers face their in-state FCS rival on Thursday night.

No. 3 Tigers look to extend ACC run with 7th straight title

James Skalski has been looking forward to third-ranked Clemson’s opener against No. 5 Georgia on the same field where the Tigers maintain their Atlantic Coast Conference dominance.

WATCH: Dabo Swinney previews season opener against Georgia

The Clemson Tigers are used to finishing the season in big games. This season, they'll also be starting with a big game.

Gamecocks name starting quarterback for Eastern Illinois game

Zeb Noland is going from coach to starting quarterback at South Carolina.

Gamecock men's soccer wins first game of Tony Annan era

The South Carolina men's soccer team utilized four goals to defeat Winthrop, 4-1, on Sunday night inside of Stone Stadium.

Lawrence wraps preseason with 2 TDs, Jags beat Cowboys 34-14

The former Clemson star had just one field goal to show for eight drives in his first two exhibition games. Lawrence changed that quickly four days after Meyer named him the starter.

Corinna Zullo Scores Game-Winner in Final Minute of Road Victory

The win improves the Gamecocks to 3-0 on the season.

WATCH: Week 1 high school football highlights

Click the video to watch week 1 highlights of the high school football slate. "Friday Night Fever" is sponsored by Wendy's and White Brown Smiles.

Gamecocks Announce Williams-Brice Stadium COVID Protocols

While not mandatory, the Athletics Department encourages all fans to wear face coverings at Williams-Brice Stadium to provide as safe an environment as possible.