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Flach Represents Gamecocks at U.S. Olympic Trials

OMAHA, Neb. (USC SID) -- South Carolina alumnus Michael Flach was back in the pool Friday for his third and final race of the 2016 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials. Flach took part in the men’s 100 butterfly, finishing 101st. Flach swam three…

Fireflies to Hold Independence Day Celebration

COLUMBIA, SC – With Independence Day just days away, the Fireflies are proud to introduce a new Midlands tradition as we celebrate America’s birthday at Spirit Communications Park on Monday, July 4, 2016. Columbia hosts its in-state rival, the Charleston RiverDogs…

USC Announces Partnership with Barnes and Noble

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) — The University of South Carolina announced it is extending its current partnership with Barnes & Noble College, a leading operator of college bookstores in the United States and the current operator of the USC Bookstore and…

Ray Tanner Promotes Five USC Administrators

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) — University of South Carolina Athletics Director Ray Tanner has reorganized his senior staff, giving five administrators new titles and duties, it was announced Friday. Charles Bloom has been named Executive Associate Athletics Director/Chief of Staff. He…

Jose Leger to Coach in MLB All-Star Futures Game

CHARLESTON, WV – Columbia manager Jose Leger will join long-time friend and St. Lucie Mets (Advanced-A) Manager Luis Rojas on the World Team’s coaching staff for the MLB Futures Game during All-Star week in San Diego. Leger will coach third…

Too Much Power in Fireflies Loss

CHARLESTON, WV – Dash Winningham blasted his fourth homer of the season on Thursday, but Columbia fell to West Virginia in the series opener, 4-2. The Fireflies have now launched at least one long ball in five straight games. It…

Browns Release Former Gamecock QB Connor Shaw

CLEVELAND, OH (WOLO) -- Former Gamecock Quarterback Connor Shaw tweeted today that he's been released by the Cleveland Browns. @Browns Thankful for the two years spent in CLE. Learned & grew a lot! Ready to see where God guides my…

Watson Named ACC Athlete of the Year

Clemson, S.C. (CAC) --Clemson consensus All-America quarterback Deshaun Watson is the recipient of the McKevlin Award as the Male Athlete of the Year in the Atlantic Coast Conference for the 2015-16 academic year. Notre Dame senior track star Molly Seidel…

Three Gamecocks Race at U.S. Olympic Trials

OMAHA, Neb. — Three more Gamecocks were in the pool on Thursday as the 2016 U.S. Olympic Swimming Trials continued from the CenturyLink Center. Emma Barksdale and Kersten Dirrane each swam the women’s 200 breaststroke, while Jack Smith made his debut in the men’s 200 IM. The…

Current, Former Tigers Heading to U.S. Olympic Trials

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) -- Seven athletes with Clemson ties, including current senior Tevin Hester, will compete in the U.S. Olympic Track & Field Trials in Eugene, Ore., from July 1-10. The trials serve as the qualifying competition for the upcoming…

Carolina Women to Play Louisville November 27

COLUMBIA, S.C. – (USC SID) - South Carolina will take part in the 2016 Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Challenge, the organization announced today. The Gamecocks will host three games at Colonial Life Arena Nov. 20-22 before traveling…

Former Tiger Ryan Young Joins Staff as Assistant Coach

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) – Former Tiger two-time All-ACC selection and ATP Tour player Ryan Young joins the Clemson men's tennis staff as an assistant coach. Head Coach John Boetsch made the announcement Thursday afternoon. Young comes to Clemson after spending…

USC Hoops to Hold 8k in 8 Days Campaign this Summer

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) - The South Carolina men’s basketball team will hold the Third Annual “8K In 8 Days” campaign this July, which is aimed at reaching 8,000 fans in the greater Columbia community and the State of South…

Former Gamecock Rolando Howell Dies at Age 34

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) -- Former Gamecock basketball standout Rolando Howell died Wednesday night at age 34. As of 12:25 a.m. Thursday, ABC Columbia was still learning the details of Howell's death. Howell broke his C5 vertebrae in an accident back…

Former USC Official Named President of Darlington Raceway

DARLINGTON, S.C. (Darlington Raceway) -- Darlington Raceway announced today that it has named Kerry Tharp as President of the track Too Tough To Tame, effective July 18. Tharp accepts the role from his most recent position as Senior Director of…

Clemson Announces 2016 Soccer Schedule

CLEMSON, S.C. – The Clemson men’s soccer team’s 2016 schedule features 16 matches (eight at home and eight on the road), while 10 of the team’s 16 opponents played in the NCAA Championships in 2015. In addition, eight of those…

Chatkevicius To Play With Dallas Mavericks In NBA Summer League

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) -- Former South Carolina men’s basketball player Laimonas Chatkevicius will play with the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks in the Orlando Summer League, the organization announced on Wednesday. Chatkevicius, a four-year letterwinner with the Gamecocks, averaged career highs…

Special Olympics Night at Spirit Communications Park

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WOLO) - The Columbia Fireflies will host Special Olympics Night at Spirit Communications Park on Sunday, July 17. The Fireflies will host the Rome Braves for the 5 p.m. game. Proceeds from pre-sold tickets will be donated to Special Olympics…

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