Gamecocks

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 3-1, senior Taylor Williams came up with runners at first and second after senior Kaylea Snaer’s single to start the…

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 DiMarco, who played for the Falcons last season. Once completed, it’s expected to be for four years for $8.5 million,…

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, was also selected to the AP All-SEC First Team. Senior center Alaina Coates marked the other Carolina player recognized, as…

No. 10 Gamecocks Down The Citadel, 12-5

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) – Sophomore outfielder TJ Hopkins homered twice and sophomore catcher Chris Cullen added a homer and a career-high five RBI as well as seventh ranked South Carolina belted out a season-high 15 hits on the way to a 12-5 win over The Citadel on Tuesday night at Founders Park.  The Gamecocks improve to 8-5 with the…

MBB: Thornwell Unanimous Selection To AP All-SEC First Team

COLUMBIA, S.C. (SID)- University of South Carolina senior guard Sindarius Thornwell was a unanimous selection to the Associated Press All-SEC First Team, the organization announced on Tuesday afternoon. The AP honor marks the first of Thornwell’s career. Thornwell has had an outstanding season thus far in 2016-17, posting double-digit points in every game of the season, which includes 15 20-point…

USC to Honor Brett Williams Before Wednesday Night’s Game vs. Winthrop

COLUMBIA, S.C. (SID) – South Carolina will honor the memory of White Knoll HS student-athlete Brett Williams before Wednesday night’s South Carolina-Winthrop baseball game.  Williams, who had committed to South Carolina, passed away on January 17 earlier this year. Williams will be honored with a moment of silence before Wednesday night’s game.  His parents Nathan and Laurie Williams will throw…

Thornwell Named SEC Player Of The Year By League Coaches

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) – University of South Carolina senior guard Sindarius Thornwell was named the 2017 SEC Player of the Year by the league coaches on Tuesday.  The postseason awards were announced in advance of this week’s SEC Tournament in Nashville.  Thornwell was also honored on the All-SEC First Team, as well as garnering All-Defensive Team accolades.  Thornwell becomes…

Gamecocks Host The Citadel Tuesday Night

COLUMBIA, S.C. (USC SID) — South Carolina (7-5) hosts five games this week beginning on Tuesday night vs. The Citadel (3-7). First pitch at Founders Park is 7 p.m. RANKINGS The Gamecocks are ranked No. 7 by Perfect Game, No. 8 by D1Baseball and the NCBWA, No. 10 by Baseball America, No. 13 in the USA Today coaches poll and…

USC Closer Tyler Johnson to Miss Playing Time

USC closer Tyler Johnson will miss some playing time, according to Chad Holbrook. Coach Holbrooks telling 107.5 The Game Monday that Johnson has been dealing with arm soreness in his throwing arm, which will cause him to miss some time this season. Holbrook didn’t specify how much time the junior righty would miss. Johnson has made 5 appearances this season…