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Dawn Staley Wins Naismith Coach Of The Year Award

Report: Dawn Staley a candidate for Portland Trail Blazers head coaching vacancy

After building one of the most successful women's basketball programs in the nation, Dawn Staley has reportedly drawn the attention of the NBA.

Dustin Johnson Two Shots Back At Palmetto Championship

Hadley 2 shots in front of DJ at Palmetto Championship

The top-ranked Johnson, who opened his afternoon round five shots behind early starter Hadley, was tied for the lead through 17 holes.

12-team CFP: Why can't Irish earn a bye and other questions

The College Football Playoff has a plan to expand to 12 teams.

South Carolina ends academic year with deficit

The South Carolina athletic department said it will end its academic year with a $27 million deficit due to fewer people at football games last season and the increased costs of testing and quarantining athletes and staffers due to COVID-19.

Gamecock great Johnathan Joseph retiring after 15 seasons in NFL

Former Gamecock Johnathan Joseph is retiring from football after 15 seasons in the National Football League.

AP source: CFP expansion to 12 teams on table for discussion

The College Football Playoff would expand from four to 12 teams, with six spots reserved for the highest ranked conference champions, under a proposal that will be considered next week by the league commissioners who manage the postseason system.

Dustin Johnson recognized with Order of the Palmetto during Palmetto Championship

After finishing his first round in the PGA TOUR’s Palmetto Championship at Congaree, Governor Henry McMaster presented World No. 1 and South Carolina native Dustin Johnson with the Order of the Palmetto, South Carolina’s highest civilian honor.

Texans QB Deshaun Watson wants to join Denver Broncos, ex-teammate says

Deshaun Watson, who had requested a trade from the Houston Texans before multiple lawsuits alleging sexual assault and inappropriate behavior were filed against the quarterback, wants to join the Denver Broncos, former teammate Kareem Jackson said on a podcast.

USA Basketball sets plan for Olympic camps in Las Vegas

For USA Basketball, the last stop before the Tokyo Olympics will be Las Vegas.

Will Sanders named freshman All-American by Collegiate Baseball

Gamecock baseball right-handed pitcher Will Sanders has been named a Freshman All-American by Collegiate Baseball, the newspaper announced this morning.

Lawmakers agree NCAA needs NIL help, but how much and when?

A federal law governing how college athletes can earn money off their fame seems certain to pass — at some point.

Koepka says rivalry with DeChambeau good for growing golf

Brooks Koepka insists his ongoing rivalry with fellow major champion Bryson DeChambeau is good for golf.

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Texas A&M hires Schlossnagle, who built TCU into powerhouse

Texas A&M hired Jim Schlossnagle as its new baseball coach Wednesday after his 18 seasons at TCU that included five trips to the College World Series.

Clemson's Grice named freshman All-American

Caden Grice was named a freshman All-American as a first baseman by Collegiate Baseball on Wednesday.

Panthers owner: ‘No way’ I’d build domed stadium post-COVID

Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper said he’s no longer considering building a domed stadium in downtown Charlotte in the post-COVID-19 era.

Jaguars hold out QB Lawrence because of hamstring tightness

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence was held out of parts of practice Tuesday because of tightness in his left hamstring.

Founders Park to host Super Regional

College baseball in Columbia isn't over yet.

Teodosio named Strength & Conditioning All-American

Junior outfielder Bryce Teodosio was named a strength & conditioning All-American by National Strength & Conditioning Association (NCSA).

PGA makes 3rd stop in South Carolina, LPGA stays by the bay

South Carolina has a PGA Tour-sanctioned event for the third time in nine weeks.

Daniel Rodrigues named ITA All-American

Rodrigues became the 13th Gamecock to earn ITA All-America status, the organization announced Monday. He is the fourth to play for head coach Josh Goffi.

Alabama, Saban agree to new 8-year deal through 2029 season

Alabama coach Nick Saban, who has won a record seven national championships, has agreed to a three-year contract extension running through the 2029 season.

Boston, Henderson Named to USA AmeriCup Team

Led by South Carolina and U.S. National Team head coach Dawn Staley, the group will compete in the FIBA Women's AmeriCup in San Juan, Puerto Rico, June 11-19.

Gamecocks season comes to a close with loss to Virgnia

South Carolina (34-23) saw its season come to a close on Sunday afternoon with a 3-2 loss to Virginia (30-25) in the second elimination game of the NCAA Columbia Regional.