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South Carolina tops North Carolina A&T 9-4 in midweek matchup

The Gamecocks scored six runs in the first three innings and had a season high 15 hits in a 9-4 win over North Carolina A&T Wednesday night

Gamecock men's golf heading to Norman regional for NCAA Tournament

The NCAA Regional trip is the 14th all-time under McDonald and 29th overall in program history for the Gamecocks. The team will be seeking its eighth trip to the NCAA Championship under his direction and 22nd overall all-time.

Cardinal Newman names Cory Helms as new head football coach

The former Gamecock offensive lineman spent the last three seasons as the offensive line and strength coach for Gray Collegiate.

Panthers agree to terms with Spring Valley great

The Carolina Panthers solidified their return game on Monday, agreeing to terms on a one-year contract with Andre Roberts.

Shane Beamer wins closest to the pin competition at Peach Bowl Challenge

Shane Beamer won the Closest to the Pin Competition in the Coach Division, as the University of South Carolina head football coach took part in the 2022 Peach Bowl Challenge in Greensboro, Ga. on Wednesday.

Richard Petty named honorary starter for Goodyear 400 at Darlington Raceway

Darlington Raceway and Goodyear, the “Official Tire of NASCAR,” announce that NASCAR Hall of Famer (2010) and seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, Richard “The King” Petty, will serve as the honorary starter for the Goodyear 400 on Sunday, May 8.

Gamecock defensive back invited to NFL minicamps

One former Gamecock will get his opportunity in the NFL.

Claflin’s Gonzalez named 2022 CIAA Softball Coach of the Year

Jose Gonzalez as he was named the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Softball Coach of the Year.

Gamecock women's tennis headed to 27th consecutive NCAA Tournament

The 28th-ranked South Carolina women's tennis team earned a bid to its 27th consecutive NCAA Tournament, the NCAA announced during its Monday selection show.

Tenth seeded Gamecocks to host opening rounds of NCAAs

No. 9 South Carolina men's tennis earned an at-large bid to the NCAA Championships for the 27th time in program history and the eighth time under head coach Josh Goffi.

Arizona Cardinals WR DeAndre Hopkins suspended six games for violating PED policy

Arizona Cardinals star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins is being suspended six games for violating the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing drugs, league sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Atlanta Falcons release former Gamecock after one season

The Atlanta Falcons are releasing running back Mike Davis, a source confirmed to ESPN, moving on from the only player the franchise signed to a multiyear deal during the 2021 offseason.

Kansas City Chiefs sign former Clemson Tigers star WR Justyn Ross

Clemson wide receiver Justyn Ross, once considered an eventual first-round draft pick before a spinal disorder and other injuries disrupted his career, signed a contract as an undrafted free agent with the Kansas City Chiefs, a source told ESPN, confirming multiple reports.

Dawn Staley and 1996 National Team nominated for U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame

South Carolina women's basketball head coach Dawn Staley, along with the 1996 U.S. Olympic Women's Basketball Team, are among the finalists for induction into the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame's 2022 class.

Gamecocks' Hall named SEC Co-Pitcher of the Week

Gamecock baseball junior pitcher Noah Hall has been named the Southeastern Conference Co-Pitcher of the Week, the conference office announced this afternoon.

No. 10 Louisville beats Clemson 18-15 to sweep weekend series

No. 10 Louisville scored multiple runs in five different innings in its 18-15 win over Clemson at Jim Patterson Stadium on Sunday afternoon to sweep the three-game series.

Baylon Spector Wins Linebacker Of The Week

Buffalo Bills draft Baylon Spector in 7th round of NFL Draft

Spector became the 71st player to have played for Head Coach Dabo Swinney to be drafted into the NFL, including the sixth seventh-round pick of Swinney’s tenure.

Minnesota Vikings draft Nick Muse in 7th round of NFL Draft

The last Gamecock selected by the Vikings was defensive end D.J. Wonnum in the fourth round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

New England Patriots draft Kevin Harris in 6th round of NFL Draft

The last Gamecock selected by the Patriots was offensive guard Calvin Stephens in the third round of the 1991 NFL Draft.

Green Bay Packers draft Kingsley Enagbare in 5th round of NFL Draft

The Gamecocks have now produced a selection in 20 of the last 21 NFL Drafts. "JJ" becomes the 67th Gamecock to be selected since 2000 and the 209th Gamecock drafted overall.

Los Angeles Rams draft SC State's Decobie Durant in the 4th round of NFL Draft

A First-Team Associated Press FCS All-American and the MEAC Defensive Player of the Year, Durant led the Bulldogs with three interceptions and 12 pass breakups while making 12 starts last season.

Clemson drops weekend series to No. 10 Louisville with 10-8 loss

The Cardinals, who took a 2-0 lead in the series, improved to 30-12 overall and 13-7 in the ACC. The Tigers dropped to 28-16 overall and 6-13 in ACC play.