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.
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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.
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.
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.
NCAA: Test all athletes for COVID-19 within 72 hours of game
The NCAA says college football players should be tested for COVID-19 at least 72 hours before a game, players with high-risk exposures to the coronavirus should be quarantined for 14 days and everybody on the sideline should wear a mask.
Zion Williamson leaves Pelicans for 'family medical matter'
The New Orleans Pelicans say top overall draft choice Zion Williamson left the club on Thursday to attend to an urgent family medical matter.
MEAC cancels fall sports, leaving SC State without football this year
On Thursday, the Mid-Eastern Athletic conference announced that all sports competition, championship and non-championship segments will be suspended for the 2020 fall season, as a result of the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.
Clemson running back Travis Etienne named to award watch list
The PwC SMU Athletic Forum announced today that Clemson running back Travis Etienne has been named as one of 76 players on the watch list for the Doak Walker Award.
SCHSHL changes football dates due to COVID-19
The South Carolina High School League's executive committee voted Wednesday morning to move the start of fall sports to September because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Lexington County reclassifies Blowfish, allowing fans to attend games
This comes two weeks after the Blowfish had to turn fans away on opening day following an executive order from Governor Henry McMaster banning fans from sporting events across the state.
Mukuamu Named to Phil Steele's All-America Squad
A starter in 14-consecutive games, Mukuamu was named to the 2020 Lott IMPACT Trophy preseason watch list. He was named to Steele's second-team All-SEC unit on Monday.
Source: SCHSL "seriously considering" moving football season to spring
The proposed season would begin Jan. 25 and run until April 2. It would include six regular-season games, followed by four rounds of the state playoffs.
Lexington District One to resume face-to-face athletic workouts on Wednesday
This comes after a two-week review of the district's health and safety protocols.
Seven Gamecocks Named to Phil Steele's Preseason All-SEC Squads
The Gamecocks were represented by Sadarius Hutcherson, Jaycee Horn and Israel Mukuamu on the second team, Ernest Jones and Nick Muse on the third team and Shi Smith and Kingsley Enagbare on the fourth-team squad.
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