
TJ Shook Joins Rockies, Becoming 61st Gamecock in the Majors
TJ Shook's ascent to the majors marks a milestone for South Carolina baseball and sets the stage for an exciting series against the Angels and Brewers.
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TJ Shook's ascent to the majors marks a milestone for South Carolina baseball and sets the stage for an exciting series against the Angels and Brewers.

Tavon Austin and former WVU coach Jim Carlen are among the candidates for the 2027 College Football Hall of Fame, joining recent inductee Steve Slaton.

The University of Georgia announced its 2026 men's soccer schedule, highlighting marquee matchups, a free‑admission home opener and an ambitious bid to shatter NCAA attendance records.

The Liberty Flames defeated Boston College 8‑3 in the Athens Regional final, tying a program win record and setting up a championship clash with the Bulldogs.

The University of Maine announces six new commitments, highlighting their backgrounds and achievements.

Former Penn State guard Dylan Williams will finish his college eligibility at Northwestern, bringing veteran experience to a program that is actively adding transfers.

Matt Barrie, an award‑winning ESPN anchor with deep roots in college football, has been appointed host of SEC Nation. He will front a weekly traveling series that brings the conference’s biggest matchups directly to Southern campuses, beginning with the 2026 SEC Kickoff in Tampa, Florida.

A dramatic Class AAAA girls' soccer championship saw A.C. Flora edge Bishop England 5-3 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw, securing the program's second straight state title.

After withdrawing from the NBA Draft and completing a pre‑draft workout with the Dallas Mavericks, Shane Blakeney has pledged to join the University of South Carolina for the 2026‑27 season, bringing his defensive grit and all‑court energy to Lamont Paris’s rebuilding effort.

Johnny Anderson has been promoted to Operations Analyst for the Charleston Southern men's basketball program, focusing on recruiting and scouting. He previously served as a graduate assistant and student manager at the University of South Carolina, contributing to a successful season with a 26-8 record and a March Madness appearance.

Indiana has extended an offer to five-star forward Antoine Caughman Jr., a versatile talent from Columbia who announced the news on social media, joining a shortlist that includes UCLA and Cal.

The Blythewood Lady Bengals secured their fourth consecutive South Carolina High School League Class 5A track and field title, driven by historic individual feats and relay dominance.
The J.L. Mann girls soccer team saw a 1-1 draw extend to a penalty shootout loss against Wando in the Class 5A-D1 state final at Memorial Stadium on May 23.

In a dramatic showdown in Columbia, South Carolina, Brody Pike led Powdersville to a 6-1 victory, scoring five goals while honoring his late father's legacy.

Bowling Green State University will travel to Columbia in 2028 for a landmark non‑conference game against the University of South Carolina, marking a new chapter in both programs' scheduling strategies.

The Gamecocks and Tar Heels called off their 2028‑2029 home‑and‑home matchup, opting for a new opponent and a broader conference realignment that will affect future scheduling across the SEC and ACC.

The University of Florida revealed the designations for each home game in the 2026 football season, outlining unique themes, anniversary tributes, and historic firsts that will shape the Gators' schedule.
With only six players initially pledged for the 2026‑27 season, Iowa turned to the NCAA transfer portal, keeping key starters and adding five new faces, including ESPN‑ranked No. 3 prospect Dani Carnegie, to rebuild a roster capable of a Final Four run.
The Hilton Head Preparatory School girls' soccer team captured its fourth consecutive SCISA 3A state championship, edging Greenwood Christian Academy 3-2 in overtime. Key performances by Alice Carmines, Adrianna Palazzo and goalkeeper Brooke Heins highlighted the victory, which also marked the final games for four seniors.
The Gamecocks' season ended with a loss to Tennessee, prompting a leadership shake‑up and a pool of high‑profile candidates.

South Carolina is seeking its fourth head baseball coach in four years, navigating a tight timeline, NIL and transfer portal expectations, and a crowded field of contenders.

The SEC Tournament’s opening round will feature a much‑anticipated showdown between the South Carolina Gamecocks and the Tennessee Volunteers, a pair of programs with divergent recent trajectories.

Veteran swingman Sam Dekker has been appointed assistant coach under head coach Lamont Paris, bringing a decade‑plus professional career and a championship pedigree to the University of South Carolina program.

Olivia Gaines, a former player under Dawn Staley, is now the head coach of North Carolina Central University’s women’s basketball team, aiming to lift the program with high standards and strong player connections.