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Freeman’s return will be closely watched after virus fight

Freddie Freeman is back and ready to anchor the Braves’ lineup after a scary battle with COVID-19 earlier in summer camp.

MLB players taking visible stance on social justice

Major League Baseball hasn’t always been at the forefront of the social justice movement in recent years, with leagues like the NBA and NFL usually taking center stage.

Former Gamecock punter signs with NFL team

Joseph Charlton, the former Gamecock punter, will at last get his opportunity in the NFL.

Clemson to face Mississippi State in Cancun Challenge opening round

Tournament officials for the 13th annual men’s Cancun Challenge have solidified the final field of eight teams and the schedule for the Thanksgiving week event.

"It's a family": American Cornhole Organization brings World Championships to Columbia

The tournament runs from July 21-25 at the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, and is free for spectators to visit.

Former Gamecock pitcher named best Yankees rookie

The New York Yankees today announced that former Gamecock right-handed pitcher Clarke Schmidt is the recipient of the 2020 James P. Dawson Award, given annually to the most outstanding Yankees rookie in spring training.

Gamecock offensive lineman on watch list for Outland Trophy

Gamecock offensive lineman Sadarius Hutcherson is among the 85 interior lineman that make up the preseason watch list for the 2020 Outland Trophy, the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) announced today.

Coastal's Jackson named to 2020 Bronko Nagurski Trophy watch list

Coastal Carolina football’s Tarron Jackson was named to the preseason watch list for the 2020 Bronko Nagurski Trophy presented by LendingTree, the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA), in conjunction with the Charlotte Touchdown Club, announced today.

Three Tigers Named to Nagurski, Outland Watch Lists

The FWAA announced today that Clemson defensive tackle Tyler Davis and linebacker James Skalski have been named to the watch list for the Bronko Nagurski Trophy, while Davis and offensive tackle Jackson Carman have been named to the Outland Trophy watch list.

Braves remove ‘Chop On’ sign, slogan, but no call on chant

Since there will be no fans at Braves’ home games for at least the start of the pandemic-delayed 60-game season, the team may feel no urgency to release a new policy on the chant.

Gamecock defensive back Jordan Villafane enters the transfer portal

The redshirt junior transferred to South Carolina from Bloomsburg in Pennsylvania in 2017, and only appeared in one game this past season after sitting out the 2018 campaign.

Israel Mukuamu named to Jim Thorpe Award preseason watch list

The Thorpe Award preseason watch list includes 49 of the nation's best defensive backs, representing 10 conferences. The preseason watch list is selected by a screening committee whose members compile a list of up to 50 players.

Dress rehearsal: MLB holds first COVID-era exhibitions

Didi Gregorius watched over the top of his face mask as his drive off Washington ace Max Scherzer sailed into empty outfield seats.

Players plead with NFL to address health, safety concerns

NFL players are publicly pleading with the league to address several health and safety concerns on the eve of training camp.

Elexa Bahr signs professional contract in Spain

Former University of South Carolina forward Elexa Bahr announced today she has signed a contract with Racing Santander, a women's soccer squad based out of Spain.

‘Big window’ - Is testing plan rigorous enough for football?

If there is a college football season, Wednesdays could be busy for medical staffs around the country.

SEC to honor scholarships of athletes sitting out fall due to COVID-19

Southeastern Conference student-athletes who elect to not participate in intercollegiate athletics during the fall 2020 academic semester because of health and/or safety concerns related to COVID-19 will continue to have their scholarships honored by their university and will remain in good standing with their team, the Conference announced Friday.

Gamecock Tight End Nick Muse named to John Mackey watch list

Gamecock senior tight end Nick Muse has been named to the 2020 John Mackey Award preseason watch list, the Friends of John Mackey announced today.

ESPN: Some coaches share colleges' burden amid coronavirus pandemic

NEARLY HALF OF major college football and men's basketball coaches have taken voluntary pay cuts in response to the financial crisis facing higher education because of the coronavirus pandemic, but most of the highest-paid coaches have not, an ESPN survey found.