USC’s Richardson Advances At Olympics
Jason Richardson is the second former Gamecock in as many days to earn a berth to his events final day of competition after advancing in the first round of the men’s 110-meter hurdles Tuesday in London.
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USC Women’s Soccer Ranked #24
South Carolina head women’s soccer coach Shelley Smith’s squad will open the 2012 season as the nation’s No. 24 team, according to the preseason coaches poll released by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA). The Gamecocks are one of four SEC teams ranked in the top 25, and it marks the third consecutive season that Smith’s team will open the year with a national ranking.
Gamecocks Hold First Full-Pad Practice
The University of South Carolina football squad worked out for a little over two hours Tuesday morning as preseason camp continued. Former Lexington High School All-American Shaq Roland talks about his transition to college football after practice.
Tigers Practice Despite Lightning Delay
Despite a 35-minute lightning delay and a few rains showers, the Clemson Tigers had a pretty productive third day of fall camp.
Pough Wants To Rein In Bulldogs
SC State continued fall football workouts Monday with a long and spirited session. The workout was the third preseason practice and first in shoulder pads for the Bulldogs. Coach Buddy Pough’s team continued to emphasize fundamentals and also worked on some team-style drills.
One Final Hurdle Left For USC’s Demus
Former Gamecock Lashinda Demus has earned the right to compete for her first Olympic gold medal after taking third overall in the women’s 400-meter hurdle semifinals Tuesday afternoon in London.
USC Fan Appreciation Day Set For Aug. 12
The free event is Sunday, August 12, at Colonial Life Arena from 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Parking is available for free in the Colonial Life Arena lots.
USC’s Munnerlyn Fights For Panthers’ Spot
Former Gamecock Captain Munnerlyn knows NFL cornerbacks need to have a short memory — and thick skin. So when the undersized Munnerlyn hears the ceaseless criticism suggesting someone other than him should be the Carolina Panthers’ No. 2 cornerback, he doesn’t let it get to him.
Practice Tees Off At Kiawah’s PGA Championship
Tiger Woods was the first one of the driving range at 6 a.m. Monday morning preparing for South Carolina’s first major golf tournament. Tim Hill has more on Monday at the PGA Championship from the ABC Columbia News at Six.
Newberry Picked 3rd In SAC Coaches’ Poll
The Newberry Wolves have been tabbed to picked to finish third in the 2012 South Atlantic Conference football standings, as the league office announced the results of the annual coaches’ poll Monday.
