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Oosthuizen, Spieth lead way as normalcy returns to Open

The majors finally had a degree of normalcy Thursday at Royal St. George’s. Louis Oosthuizen and Jordan Spieth leading the way at the British Open felt pretty familiar, too.

Carolina native Middleton sends Bucks past Suns to tie NBA Finals at 2-2

Khris Middleton is an All-Star with unwavering confidence in his shot, always believing that no matter how poorly he starts that he can turn things around.

Clemson makes DC Brent Venables the highest-paid assistant in college football

Defensive coordinator Brent Venables became the highest-paid assistant football coach in the country Wednesday when the Clemson board of trustees' compensation committee approved a contract extension that will pay him $2.5 million per year through 2026.

Staley, USA fall to WNBA All-Stars, 93-85

Arike Ogunbowale scored 26 points and the WNBA All-Star team beat the U.S. Olympic team 93-85 on Wednesday night in the league’s All-Star Game.

Watchdog: FBI mishandled Nassar-USA Gymnastics abuse case

The FBI made “fundamental” errors in investigating sexual abuse allegations against former USA Gymnastics national team doctor Larry Nassar.

Dustin Johnson’s short memory comes in handy at Royal St. George’s

One of Dustin Johnson’s best traits is a short memory, and given some of the misfortune he’s had in the majors, he needs it.

Enagbare, Muse to represent Gamecocks at SEC Media Days

Seniors Kingsley Enagbare and Nick Muse will represent the South Carolina Gamecocks at the annual SEC Media Days in Birmingham next week, the SEC office announced today.

US Olympic team expects competitive game vs WNBA All-Stars

Both the U.S. Olympic team and the WNBA All-Stars expect a competitive game in the league’s showcase Wednesday.

Kevin Harris to receive "South Carolina's Heisman"

The South Carolina Football Hall of Fame is pleased to announce after an outstanding sophomore campaign, Kevin Harris has been named the recipient of the 2020 Blanchard Rogers Trophy presented by Hale's Jewelers.

South Carolina baseball loses two assistant coaches

South Carolina baseball will need to replace two assistants this offseason.

Sho-case: Shohei Ohtani gets All-Star win for AL, bats, too

The AL has won 20 of the last 23 All-Star Games with one tie thrown in.

Gamecock relief pitcher John Gilreath returning for one more season

After losing six pitchers to the MLB Draft, the South Carolina baseball team returns a veteran bullpen piece for 2022.

Pair of Gamecock Pitchers Selected on Day 3 of the MLB Draft

The Gamecocks ended the draft with eight current players and three signees selected.

Dabo, Chadwell on Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year watchlist

The Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Foundation and Peach Bowl, Inc. today released the preseason watch list for the 2021 Dodd Trophy presented by PNC. This year’s list includes 17 of the nation’s top college football coaches representing all Power Five conferences, as well as the AAC, Sun Belt and an independent.

Keyshawn Askew Iso Clemson Beats Nc State

Clemson's Parker and Askew taken in MLB Draft

Sophomore infielder James Parker was selected in the eighth round (No. 234 overall) by the Seattle Mariners and sophomore lefthander Keyshawn Askew was picked in the 10th round (No. 292 overall) by the New York Mets.

Will Taylor staying at Clemson, won't sign with MLB team

Highly-touted baseball prospect Will Taylor will go to school after all.

Andrew Peters drafted by the Los Angeles Angels

Peters anchored the South Carolina bullpen in 2021, appearing in 19 gams and posting a 4-1 record with a 3.62 ERA and 45 strikeouts in 32.1 innings.

Wes Clarke drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers

He joins fellow teammate Brannon Jordan, who was also taken by the Brewers in the 9th round Monday evening.

Brannon Jordan drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers

Jordan, a senior from Collinsville, Okla., posted a 5-6 record and a 4.58 ERA across 15 starts as the primary Saturday night pitcher for South Carolina.

Chavers selected in 2021 MLB Draft by Chicago Cubs

Coastal Carolina’s Parker Chavers was selected as the 214th overall pick in the seventh round by the Chicago Bubs in the 2021 Major League Baseball (MLB) Draft on Monday, July 12.

Brady Allen, Thomas Farr selected back-to-back in MLB Draft

It took until the 5th round of the 2021 MLB Draft for the first Gamecock to be taken off the board, but the wait for No. 2 and 3 was not nearly as long.