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Columbia Fireflies invited to become Kansas City Royals affiliate

Dec 9, 2020 12:45 PM EST

In a statement released Wednesday, the Columbia Fireflies said they received an invitation to become an affiliate of the Kansas City Royals.

Gamecock basketball pauses activities, due to COVID-19 cases

Dec 8, 2020 8:41 PM EST

The South Carolina men's basketball program paused all team activities Tuesday night, after multiple positive COVID-19 tests within the team.

Gamecock wideout Shi Smith makes decision on NFL future

Dec 8, 2020 8:11 PM EST

Shi Smith, the Gamecocks' leading target and receiver for 2020, officially made a decision about his NFL future Tuesday night.

Top 6 teams remain the same in College Football Playoff rankings

Dec 8, 2020 8:05 PM EST

The top six teams in the CFP rankings remained the same Tuesday, including Ohio State, which stays at No. 4 despite uncertainty about its upcoming opponents.

Vikings sign former Gamecock offensive lineman

Dec 8, 2020 5:47 PM EST

The Vikings announced the signing of a former Gamecock offensive lineman on Tuesday.

WATCH: Frank Beamer says son, Shane, ready for South Carolina job

Dec 8, 2020 5:35 PM EST

ABC Columbia Sports caught up with legendary college football coach, Frank Beamer, after his son, Shane, was named the newest head football coach at South Carolina.

Gamecocks decrease capacity at baseball games due to COVID-19

Dec 8, 2020 5:20 PM EST

The Gamecocks have received approval from the South Carolina Department of Commerce and is excited to welcome Gamecock fans to Founders Park for baseball games this season.

Gamecock linebacker declares for NFL Draft

Dec 8, 2020 4:14 PM EST

South Carolina's leading tackler from the last two seasons will not be returning to the Gamecocks next season.

Beamer Ball 2: Shane Beamer takes over at South Carolina

Dec 7, 2020 5:32 PM EST

Shane Beamer was an assistant at South Carolina in 2010 when the Gamecocks made their only appearance in the Southeastern Conference title game.

Gamecocks to hold introductory press conference for Shane Beamer Monday at 2pm

Dec 6, 2020 9:07 PM EST

University of South Carolina Football will hold an official press conference Monday for new head football coach Shane Beamer.

It's Official: Shane Beamer named Gamecocks' newest football coach

Dec 6, 2020 4:13 PM EST

Shane Beamer, considered to be one of the rising stars among coaches in college football, has been named the University of South Carolina's 36th head football coach, Director of Athletics Ray Tanner announced Sunday.

AC Flora captures first state championship in school history

Dec 6, 2020 12:18 AM EST

The most explosive offense in the Midlands steamrolled North Myrtle Beach 42-7 in the SCHSL 4A state championship to bring Richland District One its first football championship since 1970.

Camden falls to Daniel in SCHSL 3A state title game

Dec 6, 2020 12:08 AM EST

Camden was pushing for its eighth state title in the program's 14th appearance in the championship game. The Bulldogs last state title came in 2001.

REPORT: South Carolina set to hire Shane Beamer as head football coach

Dec 5, 2020 11:46 PM EST

Oklahoma Associate Head Coach Shane Beamer is expected to become the Gamecocks' newest head football coach, according to numerous reports Saturday night.

Rodriguez scores 3 TDs, Kentucky routs South Carolina 41-18

Dec 5, 2020 11:39 PM EST

Chris Rodriguez Jr. rushed for three touchdowns, Terry Wilson and A.J. Rose each rushed for one, and Kentucky rolled South Carolina 41-18 Saturday night in the regular season finale for both schools.

No. 4 Clemson beats Va. Tech, sets up Notre Dame rematch

Dec 5, 2020 11:38 PM EST

No. 3 Clemson (9-1, 8-1 ACC) defeated Virginia Tech 45-10 on Saturday to advance to its sixth consecutive ACC Championship Game. With the win, Trevor Lawrence became the winningest starting quarterback in school-history (33), surpassing Rodney Williams, Tajh Boyd and Deshaun Watson’s shared record of 32.