
South Carolina Gamecocks Blast Off with 57‑0 Win to Start 2026
The Gamecocks’ 57‑0 opening win over Kent State highlights a turnaround driven by new talent and strategic roster moves.
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The Gamecocks’ 57‑0 opening win over Kent State highlights a turnaround driven by new talent and strategic roster moves.

A dominant 57‑0 victory over Kent State, built on a revamped offensive line and standout performances from newcomers, gives the Gamecocks early momentum as they prepare for a nine‑game slate that begins with a crucial matchup at Towson.

The 2026 college football season opened with unprecedented heat, forcing teams, staff and fans to adapt to extreme conditions across multiple venues.
South Carolina opens its 2026 football season Saturday at 12:45 p.m. at Williams‑Brice Stadium, facing Kent State amid key storylines, injuries and extreme heat.

Extreme heat in the opening week of college football led to shortened quarters, tied games and a revised 2027 schedule to protect player safety.

Predictions suggest a breakout year for Clemson, with a season‑opening clash against LSU and a home Palmetto Bowl against South Carolina. Coach Swinney’s motivational message to Stoudt underscores the quarterback’s preparation for a pivotal postseason performance.

The former Gamecocks star has secured a guaranteed training‑camp spot with the Lakers, opening a pathway to a two‑way or full‑time contract.

Justin Okoronkwo, a Munich‑born linebacker, made an immediate impact for the South Carolina Gamecocks last season, appearing in all 12 games and starting eight while tallying a team‑high 64 tackles, including a career‑high nine against Texas A&M. His journey reflects a blend of athletic grit, linguistic talent, and future career planning.

LSU reveals a 30‑game slate that blends demanding non‑conference road trips with a rugged SEC schedule, featuring marquee games against top‑ranked teams and historic rivalries.
The Gamecocks have announced a 2026‑27 calendar that opens with an exhibition in Paris, early road tests in the Carolinas, and a Thanksgiving tournament at home, before diving into SEC play against Alabama and Oklahoma.
The University of South Carolina will stage a November tournament featuring Alabama A&M, North Carolina Central and Tennessee State, spotlighting coaching legacies, NIL opportunities and a commitment to expanding pathways for young women in basketball.
The inaugural PowHER Player Classic will feature Alabama A&M, NC Central and Tennessee State in Columbia, South Carolina, blending competition with community service and a new NIL Marketplace, while Coach Dawn Staley champions inclusion and growth for young women in basketball.
South Carolina will host Tennessee State, Alabama A&M and NC Central in the first PowHER Player Classic, a milestone event championed by Coach Dawn Staley and supported by Rae Rose Media.

South Carolina's women's basketball program, in partnership with Rae Rose Media, will host the PowHER Player Classic featuring three HBCU teams, community events and a marketplace aimed at expanding opportunities for young women athletes.
A look at the hidden pitfalls that could knock top-ranked teams out of the playoff picture before the postseason even begins.
The University of South Carolina will open its 2028 football season in a landmark Week 0 game against Bowling Green State, featuring a $1.1 million travel fee, an extra bye week, and a revised schedule that extends through 2035.

UCLA's basketball program enters the 2026 season with high hopes, bolstered by key transfers and a revamped frontcourt strategy.

Firefighters from Columbia and Myrtle Beach teamed up for a charity hockey match, raising money and awareness for Carter Dominick, a toddler battling a recurring brain tumor, while his father took leave supported by his crew.

ESPN’s latest forecasts outline Clemson’s 2026 bowl prospects, highlighting a potential clash with Florida in the Gator Bowl and the impact of early upsets against LSU and Miami.
Justine Loubens, a 19‑year‑old French guard, has signed on with Dawn Staley’s South Carolina women’s basketball team for offseason training, bringing elite shooting skills and a stint with the French national youth squads.

The Clemson women's soccer team will host South Carolina on Aug. 20 at 7 p.m., looking to build on a 16‑11‑5 series lead while key players return from injury.
With 15 players on the roster and a court‑approved fifth season for 2022 high school graduates, Coach Lamont Paris explains why the Gamecocks are not planning additions, even as the NCAA appeals the injunction.

Three Gamecocks discuss how they blend academics, internships and graduate studies to prepare for careers beyond the stadium.

The Gamecocks have broken program records in scoring, shooting and wins over ranked opponents, driven by standout players and Coach Dawn Staley's 18‑year legacy.