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Jets sign Former Clemson K Catanzaro

NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Jets made their first real splashes in free agency, signing kicker Chandler Catanzaro and offensive tackle Kelvin Beachum on Friday night. The Jets also re-signed longer snapper Tanner Purdum, who has spent the…

Gamecocks Alum Munnerlyn back with Panthers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (ESPN) -- The Carolina Panthers continued their "homecoming'' free agency tour Friday, signing former Minnesota Vikings cornerback Captain Munnerlyn. Earlier in the day, the Panthers reached a deal with 37-year-old defensive end Julius Peppers, who spent his first…

Dawn Staley's USA Basketball Press Conference

On Friday at Williams-Brice Stadium, USA Basketball officially welcomed USC's head coach Dawn Staley to the same position with the National Team, putting the five-time Olympic gold medalist in control of the stars and stripes through…

Alabama beats South Carolina 64-53 in SEC Tournament

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Braxton Key couldn't help savoring the moment — both his homecoming and postseason were being extended. Alabama's freshman forward certainly did his part against South Carolina to make it last another day. Key had 18 points,…

Staley to Coach US Women's Olympic Hoops Team

NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. women's Olympic basketball team turned to its past to find its next coach. Dawn Staley will coach the team at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, said two people with knowledge of the decision. The people…

USC alum Swearinger Signing with Washington

The Washington Redskins have signed safety D.J. Swearinger, who played the past two years for the Arizona Cardinals and has also spent time with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Houston Texans, the team that drafted him in 2013. Grade: B-minus.…

Former Gamecock Gilmore Going to Pats

Cornerback Stephon Gilmore is staying in the AFC East, as he is expected to sign a five-year deal with the New England Patriots, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Defensive tackle Alan Branch, meanwhile, has agreed to return to the Patriots…

Gamecocks Alum Alshon Jeffery Signing with Eagles

Former Chicago Bears wide receiver Alshon Jeffery signed a one-year, $14 million contract with the Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday. A source tells ESPN's Josina Anderson that Jeffery's deal is worth $14 million. He is the second high-profile receiver going to…

NCAA Tournament Ticket Booklets on Sale Thursday

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) – After earning an automatic bid to the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament with Sunday’s SEC Tournament championship, South Carolina has an opportunity to host NCAA Tournament first- and second-round games at Colonial Life Arena the weekend of…

Norfolk State Ends SC State's Season in MEAC Quarterfinals

NORFOLK, VA (SCSU) – Seventh-seeded South Carolina State erased a 15-point second-half lead and got to overtime for a second consecutive night, however second-seeded Norfolk State outscored the Bulldogs 8-3 in the extra period to earn a 93-88 victory Wednesday…

No. 10 Gamecocks Rally for an 8-6 Win Over Winthrop

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) – Chris Cullen and Alex Destino each homered and seventh ranked South Carolina rallied with four runs in the bottom of the eighth inning to defeat Winthrop 8-6 on Wednesday night at Founders Park. With the…

No. 9 Clemson Downs Michigan State, 9-2 Wednesday

GREENVILLE, S.C. (CAC) - No. 9 Clemson scored three runs in the second inning and broke the game open with five runs in the fifth inning, highlighted by Seth Beer’s grand slam, to defeat Michigan…

Gamecocks Come Through in Seventh, Down Virginia Tech 4-3

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) – The South Carolina Gamecocks (17-5) came through again in the seventh, coming from two down to take a 4-3 win over Virginia Tech (10-8) on Wednesday evening at Carolina Softball Stadium at Beckham Field. Down…

#18 Coastal Carolina Falls, 13-8, to Wake Forest

CONWAY (CCU) – Wake Forest second baseman Jake Mueller was 4-for-5 with four RBI to lead the Demon Deacons to a 13-8 victory over #18 Coastal Carolina Wednesday evening at Springs Brooks Stadium, snapping the Chanticleers’ five-game win streak. Wake Forest (10-4)…

Tim Tebow has tough day in debut for Mets

Tim Tebow made his first rookie mistake even before stepping into the batter's box. The New York Mets newcomer walked behind home plate and took his practice swings near Boston's on-deck circle. "I didn't know who that was back there.…

Colts to trade former Tiger Dwayne Allen to Patriots

The Indianapolis Colts have agreed to trade tight end Dwayne Allen to the New England Patriots, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Colts agreed to send Allen and a sixth-round pick to New England for a Patriots fourth-round pick,…

CCU Picks Up First Sun Belt Conference Tournament Win

NEW ORLEANS (CCU) – It was a day of firsts for the Coastal Carolina University men’s basketball team in their 80-67 win over South Alabama in the opening round of the Sun Belt Conference Tournament. The game was CCU’s (16-16)…

Bills Expected to Sign Former Gamecock Patrick DiMarco

The Buffalo Bills have agreed on a restructured contract with quarterback Tyrod Taylor, ending speculation that he wouldn't be with the team this coming season. The Bills are also expected to finalize a deal on Thursday to sign fullback Patrick…

Wilson, Coates Draw AP All-SEC Honors

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) – South Carolina junior forward A’ja Wilson added more postseason laurels to her 2016-17 resume after being named the AP SEC Player of the Year Wednesday afternoon. The Hopkins, S.C., native, a unanimous selection for the honor,…

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