Saturday, May 18 2013 6:59 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:59:23 GMT
STARKVILLE, MS (WIS) - The12th ranked South Carolina Gamecocks wrapped up their regular season with a 7-2 loss to 16th ranked Mississippi State Saturday afternoon. Mississippi State is now 40-16 and 16-14Full Story >
The12th ranked South Carolina Gamecocks lost to 16th ranked Mississippi State 7-2 Saturday afternoon.Full Story >
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:21:11 GMT
12th ranked South Carolina lost to 16th ranked Mississippi State 5-4 Thursday night in Starkville.The Gamecocks built a 4-1 lead, but the Bulldogs scored four runs in the bottom of the eighth inning forFull Story >
12th ranked South Carolina lost to 16th ranked Mississippi State 5-4 Thursday night in Starkville.Full Story >
South Carolina baseball coach Chad Holbrook hasn't been surprised by anything that's happened during his debut season, not even the second-guessing from fans expecting more after two national championships...Full Story >
South Carolina baseball coach Chad Holbrook hasn't been surprised by anything that's happened during his debut season, not even the second-guessing from fans expecting more after two national championships and a...Full Story >
Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:46 AM EDT2013-05-15 12:46:54 GMT
SAN DIEGO (AP) - Former University of South Carolina standout Melvin Ingram has torn the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, putting his NFL season in jeopardy. The Chargers announced that outsideFull Story >
Former University of South Carolina standout Melvin Ingram has torn the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, putting his NFL season in jeopardy.Full Story >
South Carolina assistant baseball coach Sammy Esposito and strength and conditioning coach Billy Anderson will serve one-game suspensions following their ejections from the May 12 game against Georgia.Full Story >
South Carolina assistant baseball coach Sammy Esposito and strength and conditioning coach Billy Anderson will serve one-game suspensions following their ejections from the May 12 game against Georgia.Full Story >
Monday, May 13 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-05-13 21:17:33 GMT
PETE IACOBELLIAP Sports WriterCOLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Gamecocks athletic director Ray Tanner expects it will be some time before he fully appreciates his election to the state of South Carolina AthleticFull Story >
Gamecocks athletic director Ray Tanner expects it will be some time before he fully appreciates his election to the state of South Carolina Athletic Hall of Fame.Full Story >
Sunday, May 12 2013 6:57 PM EDT2013-05-12 22:57:56 GMT
Freshman left-hander Jack Wynkoop worked five-plus innings to earn his seventh win of the season as the Gamecocks defeated Georgia 8-3 to sweep a three-game SEC series at Carolina Stadium on Mother's Day.Full Story >
Freshman left-hander Jack Wynkoop worked five-plus innings to earn his seventh win of the season as the Gamecocks defeated Georgia 8-3 to sweep a three-game SEC series at Carolina Stadium on Mother's Day.Full Story >
Saturday, May 11 2013 4:42 PM EDT2013-05-11 20:42:55 GMT
South Carolina sophomore left-hander Jordan Montgomery carried a no-hitter into the seventh inning to help 12th ranked South Carolina to a 7-1 win over Georgia Saturday afternoon. A sellout crowd ofFull Story >
South Carolina sophomore left-hander Jordan Montgomery carried a no-hitter into the seventh inning to help 12th ranked South Carolina to a 7-1 win over Georgia Saturday afternoonFull Story >
Friday, May 10 2013 10:46 PM EDT2013-05-11 02:46:14 GMT
12th-ranked South Carolina beat Georgia 7-2 Friday night to open the weekend series at Carolina Stadium. The Gamecocks are 35-14 and 14-10 in the SEC with Georgia 18-29 and 5-17 in league play.Senior left-handerFull Story >
12th-ranked South Carolina beat Georgia 7-2 Friday night to open the weekend series at Carolina Stadium.Full Story >
Friday, April 19 2013 2:36 PM EDT2013-04-19 18:36:59 GMT
Due to the threat of very severe weather Friday night, the South Carolina-Kentucky baseball game has been postponed. The series will begin on Saturday at 1 p.m. at Carolina Stadium with a doubleheader.Full Story >
Due to the threat of very severe weather Friday night, the South Carolina-Kentucky baseball game has been postponed.Full Story >
Tuesday, April 16 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-04-16 21:24:25 GMT
Somebody painted a tiger paw on the football field at Williams-Brice Stadium and at least one Gamecock is not happy about the prank.Victor Hampton posted a photo of the field Tuesday afternoon on the popularFull Story >
It's not even November yet, and never before has the rivalry between the Clemson Tigers and the South Carolina Gamecocks been so red hot. Vandals appear to have gotten themselves involved in the rivalry.Full Story >
Thursday, April 11 2013 7:00 AM EDT2013-04-11 11:00:16 GMT
Many Southeastern Conference football fans will finally get a look at their favorite teams this Saturday, April 13, and several of the annual spring games will be broadcast on TV and on the Web.Texas A&MFull Story >
Southeastern Conference fans are beginning to stir as South Carolina, Texas A&M, Ole Miss, Vanderbilt and Kentucky all hold their annual spring football games on Saturday, April 13.Full Story >
Friday, March 29 2013 3:53 PM EDT2013-03-29 19:53:54 GMT
(RNN) - ESPN will broadcast the spring games of three SEC teams in April. Fans can watch South Carolina, Texas A&M and two-time defending national champion Alabama on ESPN, ESPN 2 or ESPN 3. On April 13,Full Story >
This April, ESPN will televise three SEC spring football games. Other SEC schools' spring games will be broadcast on CSS and Sun Sports. Full Story >
Tuesday, March 19 2013 2:33 PM EDT2013-03-19 18:33:10 GMT
Injured running back Marcus Lattimore will attend South Carolina's pro day on March 27, although he won't run in any drills for NFL personnel attending the session.Full Story >
Injured running back Marcus Lattimore will attend South Carolina's pro day on March 27, although he won't run in any drills for NFL personnel attending the session.Full Story >
Monday, March 11 2013 4:48 PM EDT2013-03-11 20:48:15 GMT
Sophomore shortstop Joey Pankake has been named SEC Player of the Week. He hit .438 (7-for-16) in the five games with four homers, seven runs scored and nine RBI. Pankake hit a pair of three-run homersFull Story >
Sophomore shortstop Joey Pankake has been named SEC Player of the Week.Full Story >
Elem Ibiam scored 19 points, Ashley Bruner pulled down 14 rebounds and No. 17 South Carolina easily defeated Alabama in the second round of the Southeastern Conference tournament on Thursday.Full Story >
Elem Ibiam scored 19 points, Ashley Bruner pulled down 14 rebounds and No. 17 South Carolina easily defeated Alabama in the second round of the Southeastern Conference tournament on Thursday.Full Story >
Monday, February 25 2013 4:03 PM EST2013-02-25 21:03:38 GMT
COLUMBIA, SC (AP) - South Carolina will again open its football season on Thursday night. ESPN has decided to open its 2013 broadcast schedule by showing the Gamecocks' game against North Carolina. TheFull Story >
South Carolina will again open its football season on Thursday night.Full Story >
Monday, February 18 2013 9:22 AM EST2013-02-18 14:22:32 GMT
A South Carolina baseball National Championship ring is listed for sale on Craigslist."This is a one of a kind item," says the post. "A South Carolina Gamecocks National Championship Ring. You cannotFull Story >
A South Carolina baseball National Championship ring is listed for sale on Craigslist for $5000.Full Story >
Tuesday, February 12 2013 11:37 AM EST2013-02-12 16:37:53 GMT
Southeastern Conference baseball coaches have picked the Gamecocks to finish tied for third place in the Eastern Division. South Carolina and Kentucky shared a tie for third place in the 2013 SEC PreseasonFull Story >
Southeastern Conference baseball coaches have picked the Gamecocks to finish tied for third place in the Eastern Division.Full Story >
Tuesday, January 29 2013 11:17 AM EST2013-01-29 16:17:12 GMT
University of South Carolina student-athletes have set a new standard in the classroom. They ended the Fall 2012 semester with the highest departmental grade point average (GPA) on record, posting a 3.267, surpassingFull Story >
University of South Carolina student-athletes have set a new standard in the classroom. They ended the Fall 2012 semester with the highest departmental grade point average on record.Full Story >
Monday, January 28 2013 2:10 PM EST2013-01-28 19:10:10 GMT
South Carolina senior Ieasia Walker was named SEC Player of the Week, the league office announced today. The Gamecock point guard led the team to a pair of victories last week, including a 55-50 win overFull Story >
South Carolina senior Ieasia Walker was named SEC Player of the Week, the league office announced today.Full Story >
Tuesday, January 22 2013 2:09 PM EST2013-01-22 19:09:54 GMT
Deke Adams (Source: TheBigSpur.com)
COLUMBIA, SC (TheBigSpur.com) - South Carolina has a new defensive line coach in place before Florida could even announce its hire. Former North Carolina assistant Deke Adams is the new defensive lineFull Story >
South Carolina has a new defensive line coach in place before Florida could even announce its hire. Former North Carolina assistant Deke Adams is the new defensive line coach at South Carolina replacing Brad Lawing, who left to take a similar position with the Gators on Sunday afternoon.Full Story >
Thursday, January 10 2013 3:37 PM EST2013-01-10 20:37:57 GMT
NOTE: WIS does not condone or support online gambling.According to Las Vegas oddsmakers, the Clemson Tigers have the best chance in the state of South Carolina to win next season's national college footballFull Story >
According to Las Vegas oddsmakers, the Clemson Tigers have the best chance in the state of South Carolina to win next season's national college football championship.Full Story >
Tuesday, January 8 2013 11:27 AM EST2013-01-08 16:27:14 GMT
The University of South Carolina Gamecocks have finished in the Associated Press Top 10 for the second consecutive season.USC (11-2) finished at No. 8 in the final AP poll. That's one spot better thanFull Story >
The University of South Carolina Gamecocks have finished the season as the highest ranked squad in school history.Full Story >
Thursday, January 3 2013 3:11 PM EST2013-01-03 20:11:15 GMT
Poll rankings mean diddley as far as Hot Reads is concerned, but if you really want to know, we'll tell you our opinion of No. 3 LSU and No. 6 South Carolina.Full Story >
We know you don't care much about kickers, but Hot Reads does, and we're going to hype them so much that you won't get truly excited about the game until they hit the field.Full Story >
Thursday, January 3 2013 3:11 PM EST2013-01-03 20:11:15 GMT
Arkansas figures to take an armful of the first-ever "Chinny" Awards honoring the most outstanding and outrageous performances in the SEC this season. Full Story >
Every week you tune in loyally to watch some of the best action on television unfold, and you are rewarded with compelling, slobber-knocking drama.Full Story >
Thursday, December 20 2012 10:29 AM EST2012-12-20 15:29:10 GMT
COLUMBIA, SC (WIS) - The University of South Carolina has one of the twenty most valuable football teams in the nation, according to Forbes. The magazine lists the Gamecocks at number 17. Click here toFull Story >
The University of South Carolina has one of the twenty most valuable football teams in the nation, according to Forbes.Full Story >
Tuesday, December 18 2012 2:10 PM EST2012-12-18 19:10:31 GMT
Jadeveon Clowney
South Carolina's consensus All-American Jadeveon Clowney has spent much of this month collecting honors and attending banquets as one of college football's best players.Full Story >
South Carolina's consensus All-American Jadeveon Clowney has spent much of this month collecting honors and attending banquets as one of college football's best players.Full Story >
Tuesday, December 11 2012 3:20 PM EST2012-12-11 20:20:05 GMT
Jadeveon Clowney
University of South Carolina sophomore defensive end Jadeveon Clowney continues to garner postseason accolades. The Rock Hill, S.C. product was named first team All-American by both the Associated Press and ESPN.com on Tuesday.Full Story >
University of South Carolina sophomore defensive end Jadeveon Clowney continues to garner postseason accolades. The Rock Hill, S.C. product was named first team All-American by both the Associated Press and ESPN.com on Tuesday.Full Story >
Tuesday, December 11 2012 3:09 PM EST2012-12-11 20:09:20 GMT
Marcus Lattimore scores a touchdown
South Carolina's Marcus Lattimore is the only elite back in the 2013 draft, but because of his knee injury he's a wild card, said ESPN's Mel Kiper, Jr. on Tuesday.Full Story >
South Carolina's Marcus Lattimore is the only elite back in the 2013 draft, but because of his knee injury he's a wild card, said ESPN's Mel Kiper, Jr. on Tuesday.Full Story >
Monday, December 3 2012 4:37 PM EST2012-12-03 21:37:42 GMT
South Carolina head coach Steve Spurrier has received a two-year contract extension Monday afternoon during a meeting of the executive committee of the university's Board of Trustees.Full Story >
South Carolina head coach Steve Spurrier has received a two-year contract extension Monday afternoon during a meeting of the executive committee of the university's Board of Trustees.Full Story >
Monday, December 3 2012 4:27 PM EST2012-12-03 21:27:37 GMT
University of SouthCarolina sophomore defensive end Jadeveon Clowney was a unanimous selection tothe Associated Press first-team All-SEC squad, it was announced Monday.Full Story >
University of SouthCarolina sophomore defensive end Jadeveon Clowney was a unanimous selection tothe Associated Press first-team All-SEC squad, it was announced Monday.Full Story >
Wednesday, November 28 2012 3:23 PM EST2012-11-28 20:23:57 GMT
WACO, TX (WIS) - South Carolina defensive lineman Jadeveon Clowney and Baylor wide receiver Terrance Williams and headline the 2012 AFCA FBS Coaches' All-America Team announced today by the American FootballFull Story >
South Carolina defensive lineman Jadeveon Clowney and Baylor wide receiver Terrance Williams and headline the 2012 AFCA FBS Coaches' All-America Team announced today by the American Football Coaches Association.Full Story >
Wednesday, November 28 2012 9:53 AM EST2012-11-28 14:53:34 GMT
South Carolina two-sport standout Bruce Ellington is working out with the basketball team, a few days after catching two touchdown passes in the Gamecocks' 27-17 victory at Clemson.Full Story >
South Carolina two-sport standout Bruce Ellington is working out with the basketball team, a few days after catching two touchdown passes in the Gamecocks' 27-17 victory at Clemson.Full Story >
Tuesday, November 27 2012 1:44 PM EST2012-11-27 18:44:51 GMT
DAVID BRANDT AP Sports Writer HATTIESBURG, MS (AP/WIS) - Southern Mississippi has fired football coach Ellis Johnson after one winless season. Athletic director Jeff Hammond said in a statement TuesdayFull Story >
Southern Mississippi has fired football coach Ellis Johnson after one winless season.Full Story >
Monday, November 26 2012 6:15 PM EST2012-11-26 23:15:13 GMT
It is never too early to project where those teams will play, who they will play and, for good measure, the result.Full Story >
The chaos of the scramble to play in the BCS Championship Game has come down to one possibility - the winner of Bama-Georgia plays Notre Dame. But how the rest of the bowl pairings might shake out is another interesting puzzle. Here are our projections. Full Story >
Monday, November 26 2012 2:28 PM EST2012-11-26 19:28:48 GMT
The Southeastern Conference has bestowed two honors upon South Carolina's star defensive end after he racked up four and a half sacks in the Gamecocks' win over rival Clemson Saturday night.The conferenceFull Story >
The Southeastern Conference has bestowed two honors upon South Carolina's star defensive end after he racked up four and a half sacks in the Gamecocks' win over rival Clemson Saturday night.Full Story >
Thursday, November 22 2012 10:56 AM EST2012-11-22 15:56:34 GMT
(RNN) - For the three people that actually read this, the Line King needed to update his bowl projections. With Missouri losing to Syracuse (what happened to the "$EC is the best" theory?), it looks likeFull Story >
With Missouri losing to Syracuse (what happened to the "$EC is the best" theory?), it looks like only eight teams will actually qualify for a bowl game.Full Story >
Wednesday, November 21 2012 7:09 PM EST2012-11-22 00:09:55 GMT
It's rivalry week and some of these are really good, some have somber implications as we prepare to bid au revoir to future former coaches and others are meh.Full Story >
The Egg Bowl offers much drama this year; South Carolina shoots for four straight against Clemson; Florida-Florida State has national title implications. Full Story >
Tuesday, November 20 2012 2:49 PM EST2012-11-20 19:49:09 GMT
PETE IACOBELLI AP Sports Writer COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier could earn himself another statue if his 13th-ranked Gamecocks defeat No. 12 Clemson this weekend. South CarolinaFull Story >
South Carolina coach Steve Spurrier could earn himself another statue if his 13th-ranked Gamecocks defeat No. 12 Clemson this weekend.Full Story >
Thursday, November 15 2012 9:56 PM EST2012-11-16 02:56:15 GMT
CLEMSON, S.C. (WYFF) — Hundreds of Clemson students pitched tents and pulled on their warmest, rain-proof clothing to camp out in the cold just to get a ticket to the upcoming game against the UniversityFull Story >
Hundreds of Clemson students pitched tents and pulled on their warmest, rain-proof clothing to camp out in the cold just to get a ticket to the upcoming game against the University of South Carolina rivals next weekend.Full Story >
Thursday, November 15 2012 4:55 PM EST2012-11-15 21:55:31 GMT
(RNN) - This is mostly a week of throwaway games as SEC teams prep for next week, which features turkey, dressing and a lot of rivalry games.But a bad November Saturday in SEC Country watching ball isFull Story >
Can Johnny Football gain 1 billion yards? Can Alabama score 1 billion points? And can Vanderbilt beat Tennessee for only the second time in 1 billion years? Tune in this week and find out.Full Story >
Sunday, November 11 2012 4:41 PM EST2012-11-11 21:41:44 GMT
University of South Carolina senior defensive back D.J. Swearinger was named the National Defensive Player of the Week by the Walter Camp Football Foundation. Swearinger, a 6-0, 210-pounder from Greenwood,Full Story >
University of South Carolina senior defensive back D.J. Swearinger was named the National Defensive Player of the Week by the Walter Camp Football Foundation.Full Story >
Friday, November 9 2012 6:31 PM EST2012-11-09 23:31:47 GMT
This week's games are anticlimactic after last weekend's excellent slate. But we are getting to the point in the season where we behold the final agonies of several league coaches. Sad rumors are swirlingFull Story >
We are getting to the point in the season where we behold the final agonies of several league coaches. Rumors are swirling like wind-whipped, November snow about the impending exits of coaches at three league schools.Full Story >
Friday, November 9 2012 9:33 AM EST2012-11-09 14:33:28 GMT
Kenny Miles wasn't sure he wanted to spend another season just getting spot duty when South Carolina star Marcus Lattimore needed a breather. Now, all the eyes are again on Miles when the 12th-ranked Gamecocks...Full Story >
Kenny Miles wasn't sure he wanted to spend another season just getting spot duty when South Carolina star Marcus Lattimore needed a breather. Now, all the eyes are again on Miles when the 12th-ranked Gamecocks face...Full Story >
Thursday, November 8 2012 3:01 PM EST2012-11-08 20:01:16 GMT
Gamecock sophomore wide receiver Damiere Byrd claimed a spot on the 2012 Capital One Academic All-District 4 Football Team, as selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA),Full Story >
Gamecock sophomore wide receiver Damiere Byrd claimed a spot on the 2012 Capital One Academic All-District 4 Football Team, as selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA), the organization released today.Full Story >
Tuesday, November 6 2012 5:30 PM EST2012-11-06 22:30:28 GMT
Eight days after undergoing knee surgery, Marcus Lattimore will return to Williams-Brice Stadium to be honored by Gamecock Nation.Head Coach Steve Spurrier said Tuesday that Lattimore is expected to beFull Story >
Eight days after undergoing knee surgery, Marcus Lattimore will return to Williams-Brice Stadium to be honored by Gamecock Nation.Full Story >
Tuesday, November 6 2012 4:11 PM EST2012-11-06 21:11:46 GMT
COLUMBIA, SC (AP) - The University of South Carolina's athletic booster group says it will raise the annual donation levels for the 2014 giving year. The Gamecock Club board of directors said Tuesday thatFull Story >
The University of South Carolina's athletic booster group says it will raise the annual donation levels for the 2014 giving year.Full Story >
Friday, November 2 2012 5:46 PM EDT2012-11-02 21:46:27 GMT
Alabama-LSU is the best game so far this year. Mississippi could still derail Georgia. Auburn can beat somebody. Florida looks to take out frustration on Mizzou. Vanderbilt continues quest for bowl.Full Story >
Alabama-LSU is the best game so far this year. Mississippi could still derail Georgia. Auburn can beat somebody. Florida looks to take out frustration on Mizzou. Vanderbilt continues quest for bowl bid. Full Story >
Thursday, November 1 2012 4:07 PM EDT2012-11-01 20:07:10 GMT
Baccari Rambo and the Bulldogs were living the good life last week, but their train to Atlanta could derail against Ole Miss.Full Story >
Alabama's superiority this season - and the disappointing performance of their closest rivals - have put the Crimson Tide by themselves in discussions about potential SEC champions. Full Story >
Wednesday, October 31 2012 1:47 PM EDT2012-10-31 17:47:34 GMT
COLUMBIA, SC (AP) - South Carolina's non-conference football games next year include a season opener against North Carolina and a first-ever matchup with state Football Championship Subdivision programFull Story >
South Carolina's non-conference football games next year include a season opener against North Carolina and a first-ever matchup with state Football Championship Subdivision program Coastal Carolina.Full Story >
Tuesday, October 30 2012 9:12 AM EDT2012-10-30 13:12:36 GMT
The University of South Carolina will host a "Happy Birthday and Get Well Marcus" event Monday on the Horseshoe.The event is scheduled to stat at 5 p.m. and last about 30 minutes. Speakers include studentFull Story >
Hundreds of Gamecock fans stood on the Horseshoe on Monday to wish Marcus Lattimore a Happy Birthday in the wake of his knee injury.Full Story >
Monday, October 29 2012 4:09 PM EDT2012-10-29 20:09:02 GMT
University of South Carolina sophomore defensive end Jadeveon Clowney has been named one of 16 national semifinalists for the 18th Chuck Bednarik Award presented by Cracker Barrel for the Outstanding DefensiveFull Story >
University of South Carolina sophomore defensive end Jadeveon Clowney has been named one of 16 national semifinalists for the 18th Chuck Bednarik Award presented by Cracker Barrel for the Outstanding Defensive Player of the Year, as selected by the Maxwell Football Club National Selection Committee.Full Story >
Monday, October 29 2012 11:39 AM EDT2012-10-29 15:39:18 GMT
Gamecock quarterback Connor Shaw has been honored by the Southeastern Conference for his performance in South Carolina's 38-35 win over Tennessee Saturday.The 6'1" 207 pounder from Flowery Branch, GA hadFull Story >
Gamecock quarterback Connor Shaw has been honored by the Southeastern Conference for his performance in South Carolina's 38-25 win over Tennessee Saturday.Full Story >
Thursday, October 25 2012 11:41 PM EDT2012-10-26 03:41:20 GMT
(RNN) - Florida plays Georgia in a game that is going to decide the East Division Championship, unless something unimaginable happens. Alabama plays a ranked team at last. Missouri has a real chance toFull Story >
Florida plays Georgia, which is for the East Division Championship unless something unimaginable happens. Alabama plays an actual, ranked team at last. Missouri has a real chance to win its first SEC game, but please, fans, don't tear down the goal post if you beat Kentucky.Full Story >
Tuesday, October 23 2012 2:23 PM EDT2012-10-23 18:23:09 GMT
Steve Spurrier has accepted South Carolina won't win a Southeastern Conference title this year. He's now focused on making sure the Gamecocks' two-game slide doesn't grow this week against Tennessee.Full Story >
Steve Spurrier has accepted South Carolina won't win a Southeastern Conference title this year. He's now focused on making sure the Gamecocks' two-game slide doesn't grow this week against Tennessee.Full Story >
Monday, October 22 2012 4:13 PM EDT2012-10-22 20:13:29 GMT
Tennessee's Tyler Bray is tied for the Southeastern Conference lead in touchdown passes. Connor Shaw's 13-3 record as a starter is the best mark through 16 games of any quarterback in South Carolina history.Full Story >
Tennessee's Tyler Bray is tied for the Southeastern Conference lead in touchdown passes. Connor Shaw's 13-3 record as a starter is the best mark through 16 games of any quarterback in South Carolina history.Full Story >
Monday, October 22 2012 12:09 PM EDT2012-10-22 16:09:47 GMT
Source: TheBigSpur
If you're into numerology the number three might not be a lucky number for South Carolina., especially if you're coming off a brutal three-week stretch of SEC games . Sacks was the name of the gameFull Story >
South Carolina was unable to overcome three costly first-half turnovers as it fell to Florida, 44-11, on Saturday.Full Story >
Friday, October 19 2012 4:26 PM EDT2012-10-19 20:26:35 GMT
In one of the most critical junctures of the season, South Carolina not only finds itself recovering from a tough road loss against the LSU Tigers, but recovering from injuries with several key playersFull Story >
In one of the most critical junctures of the season, South Carolina not only finds itself recovering from a tough road loss against the LSU Tigers, but recovering from injuries with several key playersFull Story >
Friday, October 19 2012 6:01 AM EDT2012-10-19 10:01:13 GMT
Division races are tightening up and a few important games dot the SEC landscape, but this week might be one of the last opportunities for TV football addicts to participate in real life before thingsFull Story >
Division races are tightening up and a few important games dot the SEC landscape, but this week might be one of the last opportunities for TV football addicts to participate in real life before things get serious. Full Story >
Monday, October 15 2012 9:00 AM EDT2012-10-15 13:00:59 GMT
The University of South Carolina Gamecocks are ranked No. 7 in this week's BCS standings, the first rankings of the 2012 college football season.Full Story >
The University of South Carolina Gamecocks are ranked No. 7 in this week's BCS standings, the first rankings of the 2012 college football season.Full Story >
Friday, October 12 2012 12:23 PM EDT2012-10-12 16:23:18 GMT
Week 7, and the roll goes on with the massive highs and crushing lows of SEC whupfests we are accustomed to in the autumn of the year, all televised round the clock Saturdays for our enjoyment. But first, someFull Story >
The roll goes on with the massive highs and crushing lows of SEC whupfests we are accustomed to in the autumn of the year, all televised round the clock Saturdays for our enjoyment. Full Story >
Wednesday, October 10 2012 2:44 PM EDT2012-10-10 18:44:11 GMT
Three University of South Carolina football players were named to Phil Steele's 2012 Midseason All-America team, it was announced Wednesday.Steele is a well-known football analyst who puts together a collegeFull Story >
Three University of South Carolina football players were named to Phil Steele's 2012 Midseason All-America team, it was announced Wednesday.Full Story >
Tuesday, October 9 2012 2:58 PM EDT2012-10-09 18:58:07 GMT
The University of South Carolina Gamecocks will take the field in Baton Rouge on Saturday night with a look that won't look familiar to many fans."We'll look a little different out there Saturday night,"Full Story >
The University of South Carolina Gamecocks will take the field in Baton Rouge on Saturday night with a look that won't look familiar to many fans."We'll look a little different out there Saturday night,"Full Story >
Monday, October 8 2012 1:57 PM EDT2012-10-08 17:57:02 GMT
South Carolina will soon have another McKie (MAK-ee) on the basketball court as the son of all-time leading scorer BJ McKie has committed to the program.Full Story >
South Carolina will soon have another McKie (MAK-ee) on the basketball court as the son of all-time leading scorer BJ McKie has committed to the program.Full Story >
Monday, October 8 2012 10:18 AM EDT2012-10-08 14:18:50 GMT
Two University of South Carolina players have been honored by the Southeastern Conference for their performances in a 35-7 win over Georgia Saturday night.Ace Sanders takes home the title of Co-SpecialFull Story >
Two University of South Carolina players have been honored by the Southeastern Conference for their performances in a 35-7 win over Georgia Saturday night.Full Story >
Friday, October 5 2012 2:51 PM EDT2012-10-05 18:51:07 GMT
With the memory of a particularly violent weekend fresh on many people's minds, the Five Points Merchant's Association is hoping for some positive national exposure and they want an assist from a willingFull Story >
With the memory of a particularly violent weekend fresh on many people's minds, the Five Points Association is hoping for some positive national exposure and they want an assist from a willing University of South Carolina student or two.Full Story >
Friday, October 5 2012 9:26 AM EDT2012-10-05 13:26:43 GMT
Tickets for the USC and Georgia game have been officially sold out since August 20th, but that doesn't mean there still aren't ways to get tickets to the game. However, since everything you will findFull Story >
Tickets for the USC and Georgia game have been officially sold out since August 20th, but that doesn't mean there still aren't ways to get tickets to the game.Full Story >
Friday, October 5 2012 6:00 AM EDT2012-10-05 10:00:34 GMT
(RNN) - We had to wait until Week 6 but finally, here's a first-rate weekend of SEC ball. We've got four Top 10 teams colliding, we have Auburn and Arkansas in a battle to retain a modicum of respect,Full Story >
Coach Spurrier needs a tissue; LSU favored in the Swamp; Kentucky totters as State invades; Auburn and Arkansas collide for pride. Full Story >
Thursday, October 4 2012 9:13 AM EDT2012-10-04 13:13:45 GMT
With no tickets being available on sale for the public and two undefeated SEC rivals set to face off, the demand in the secondary ticket market for No. 6 South Carolina vs. No. 5 Georgia steadily climbedFull Story >
With no tickets being available on sale for the public and two undefeated SEC rivals set to face off, the demand in the secondary ticket market for No. 6 South Carolina vs. No. 5 Georgia steadily climbed in the past few weeks, according to the university.Full Story >
Tuesday, October 2 2012 2:22 PM EDT2012-10-02 18:22:22 GMT
No. 6 South Carolina, Spurrier excel in big games PETE IACOBELLI AP Sports Writer COLUMBIA, SC (AP) - Steve Spurrier has no time for motivational speeches, not with so many ball plays swirling aroundFull Story >
Steve Spurrier has no time for motivational speeches, not with so many ball plays swirling around in his head.Full Story >
Tuesday, October 2 2012 9:34 AM EDT2012-10-02 13:34:12 GMT
COLUMBIA, SC (The Big Spur) - South Carolina picked up a big piece of the puzzle on Monday night when Sindarius Thornwell committed to head coach Frank Martin and his staff. It was a decision he knew wasFull Story >
South Carolina picked up a big piece of the puzzle on Monday night when Sindarius Thornwell committed to head coach Frank Martin and his staff. It was a decision he knew was coming and decided there was no reason to wait around, according to TheBigSpur.Full Story >
Monday, October 1 2012 10:37 AM EDT2012-10-01 14:37:02 GMT
For the second time this season, University of South Carolina sophomore Jadeveon Clowney has earned defensive lineman of the week honors.The Southeastern Conference announced Monday that the 6-6, 256 lb.Full Story >
For the second time this season, University of South Carolina sophomore Jadeveon Clowney has earned defensive lineman of the week honors.Full Story >
Sunday, September 30 2012 10:19 AM EDT2012-09-30 14:19:01 GMT
Kentucky would set the pace of the first half as the Wildcats lead the Gamecocks 17-7 going into halftime. A goal line stand fourth-and-one from the 1-inch line boost the momentum of a 1-3 overall KentuckyFull Story >
Thirty minutes is how long it took for South Carolina to pick it up and play smart scoring 31 unanswered points for a 38-17 victory against Kentucky on Saturday night.Full Story >
Sunday, September 30 2012 8:08 AM EDT2012-09-30 12:08:14 GMT
Before we discuss real SEC football, something else must be ridiculed discussed, and that is the utter contempt What We Learned has for the praise a certain so-called football game received this week. ThatFull Story >
Below is the weekly list of what we learned from watching SEC games in Week 5.Full Story >
Saturday, September 29 2012 11:46 PM EDT2012-09-30 03:46:56 GMT
The Associated PressLEXINGTON, KY - Marcus Lattimore ran for two touchdowns and Connor Shaw passed for another in the second half as No. 6 South Carolina scored 31 straight points for a 38-17 victoryFull Story >
Marcus Lattimore ran for two touchdowns and Connor Shaw passed for another in the second half as No. 6 South Carolina scored 31 straight points for a 38-17 victory against Kentucky.Full Story >
Tuesday, September 25 2012 3:35 PM EDT2012-09-25 19:35:30 GMT
JEFFREY COLLINS Associated Press COLUMBIA, SC (AP) - Coach Steve Spurrier says No. 6 South Carolina is better than Kentucky. While the coach is obviously very confident, he says if the Gamecocks don't playFull Story >
Coach Steve Spurrier says No. 6 South Carolina is better than Kentucky.Full Story >
Monday, September 24 2012 3:06 PM EDT2012-09-24 19:06:24 GMT
GARY GRAVES AP Sports Writer LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) - Kentucky could start freshman Jalen Whitlow at quarterback Saturday night against No. 6 South Carolina if Maxwell Smith's injured shoulder hasn't healed. WildcatsFull Story >
Kentucky could start freshman Jalen Whitlow at quarterback Saturday night against No. 6 South Carolina if Maxwell Smith's injured shoulder hasn't healed.Full Story >
Monday, September 24 2012 10:29 AM EDT2012-09-24 14:29:25 GMT
University of South Carolina quarterback Connor Shaw has been named co-offensive player of the week by the Southeastern Conference after his record-setting performance led the No. 6 Gamecocks to a 31-10Full Story >
University of South Carolina quarterback Connor Shaw has been named co-offensive player of the week by the Southeastern Conference after his record-setting performance led the No. 6 Gamecocks to a 31-10 win over Missouri.Full Story >
Saturday, September 22 2012 2:50 AM EDT2012-09-22 06:50:49 GMT
This is not a real interesting week in the SEC, but there are a few somewhat significant league contests. Ole Miss at Tulane Noon FSN The Rebels are wearing a "DW" sticker on their helmets this weekFull Story >
Ole Miss makes a classy move. Mizzou takes a trip. LSU shows a national audience what it's got. Vanderbilt goes to the Dogs.Full Story >
Friday, September 21 2012 3:44 PM EDT2012-09-21 19:44:56 GMT
The Gamecock club, the athletic booster club at USC, is made up of avid fans -- most of whom invest tens of thousands of dollars into the university's athletic department. Several of these members haveFull Story >
A state court judge has denied a motion by the University of South Carolina to dismiss a lawsuit brought by five Gamecock supporters relating to reassignment of parking spaces for the 2012 football season.Full Story >
Tuesday, September 18 2012 12:18 PM EDT2012-09-18 16:18:21 GMT
South Carolina Head Coach Steve Spurrier made it clear on Tuesday that Connor Shaw will be the starting quarterback on Saturday against Missouri.Spurrier spoke about Shaw's injury during his weekly newsFull Story >
South Carolina Head Coach Steve Spurrier made it clear on Tuesday that Connor Shaw will be the starting quarterback on Saturday against Missouri.Full Story >
Monday, September 17 2012 10:49 AM EDT2012-09-17 14:49:19 GMT
South Carolina sophomore Jadeveon Clowney has been named defensive lineman of the week by the Southeastern Conference.The 6-6, 256 pounder was credited with seven tackles, including 3.5 for losses forFull Story >
South Carolina sophomore Jadeveon Clowney has been named defensive lineman of the week by the Southeastern Conference.Full Story >
Sunday, September 16 2012 11:28 AM EDT2012-09-16 15:28:49 GMT
The teams to beat are now clear following a couple of important early conference matches. Below is the weekly list of what we learned from watching SEC games in Week 3.Full Story >
The teams to beat are now clear following a couple of important early conference matches. Below is the weekly list of what we learned from watching SEC games in Week 3.Full Story >
Sunday, September 9 2012 9:41 AM EDT2012-09-09 13:41:17 GMT
An early completion by Dylan Thompson set the pace of Saturday's game as the Gamecocks hit the field fired up and ready to take it to the zone. High expectations were on one of the nation's top runningFull Story >
A solid offense, but a much better defense helped the South Carolina Gamecocks defeat the East Carolina Pirates.Full Story >
Friday, September 7 2012 3:55 PM EDT2012-09-07 19:55:26 GMT
Welcome to Week 2 in the SEC. Here are this week's games and storylines. Saturday, Sept. 8 Starkville, MS, Noon EST Auburn needs a win over Mississippi State on the road to avert the disturbing and veryFull Story >
Auburn and Mississippi State are set to engage in an epic struggle. The new guys get baptized. A couple of moderately interesting games dot the landscape and the rest are going to be bloodbaths.Full Story >
Steve Spurrier hasn't given up on No. 9 South Carolina hitting a few passes, no matter how good the Gamecocks look running the ball or how much Connor Shaw's right arm might hurt.Full Story >
Steve Spurrier hasn't given up on No. 9 South Carolina hitting a few passes, no matter how good the Gamecocks look running the ball or how much Connor Shaw's right arm might hurt.Full Story >
Friday, September 7 2012 9:33 AM EDT2012-09-07 13:33:02 GMT
COLUMBIA (WIS) – With just one day until the first University of South Carolina home game this football season, university officials are ready for fans to see new upgrades in and around Williams-Brice Stadium.Full Story >
With just one day until the first University of South Carolina home game this football season, university officials are ready for fans to see new upgrades in and around Williams-Brice Stadium.Full Story >
Thursday, September 6 2012 2:05 PM EDT2012-09-06 18:05:26 GMT
Here are the latest notes from the SEC Office, including facts and figures for each of the 14 teams:The SEC has five of the top 10 teams in the latest Associated Press and USA Today Coaches polls. AlabamaFull Story >
Here's the stuff for our hardcore fans. All the stats, facts, figures and individual honors from around the Southeastern Conference, courtesy of the league office.Full Story >
Tuesday, September 4 2012 3:07 PM EDT2012-09-04 19:07:56 GMT
NEW YORK (AP) - Alabama is the new No. 1 in The Associated Press college football poll, moving past Southern California after its resounding victory against Michigan. The Gamecocks held stead at No.Full Story >
Alabama is the new No. 1 in The Associated Press college football poll, moving past Southern California after its resounding victory against Michigan. The Gamecocks held steady at No. 9.Full Story >
Thursday, August 30 2012 11:37 PM EDT2012-08-31 03:37:28 GMT
NASHVILLE, TN (WIS) - The USC football team opens its 2012 season Thursday night on the road against Vanderbilt. The Gamecocks are ranked 9th in the nation following a 2011 season that saw a school recordFull Story >
The Gamecocks have not had an easy start against the Vanderbilt Commodores, but they shook off the cobwebs pretty quickly.Full Story >
Monday, August 27 2012 4:46 PM EDT2012-08-27 20:46:00 GMT
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WIS) – When fans attend football games at Southeastern Conference stadiums this season, they will witness more game action on stadium video boards, including replays of officiating reviews. StartingFull Story >
When fans attend football games at Southeastern Conference stadiums this season, they will witness more game action on stadium video boards, including replays of officiating reviews.Full Story >
Sunday, September 30 2012 8:08 AM EDT2012-09-30 12:08:14 GMT
Before we discuss real SEC football, something else must be ridiculed discussed, and that is the utter contempt What We Learned has for the praise a certain so-called football game received this week. ThatFull Story >
Below is the weekly list of what we learned from watching SEC games in Week 5.Full Story >
Sunday, September 16 2012 11:28 AM EDT2012-09-16 15:28:49 GMT
The teams to beat are now clear following a couple of important early conference matches. Below is the weekly list of what we learned from watching SEC games in Week 3.Full Story >
The teams to beat are now clear following a couple of important early conference matches. Below is the weekly list of what we learned from watching SEC games in Week 3.Full Story >
Thursday, November 1 2012 4:07 PM EDT2012-11-01 20:07:10 GMT
Baccari Rambo and the Bulldogs were living the good life last week, but their train to Atlanta could derail against Ole Miss.Full Story >
Alabama's superiority this season - and the disappointing performance of their closest rivals - have put the Crimson Tide by themselves in discussions about potential SEC champions. Full Story >
Thursday, January 3 2013 3:11 PM EST2013-01-03 20:11:15 GMT
Poll rankings mean diddley as far as Hot Reads is concerned, but if you really want to know, we'll tell you our opinion of No. 3 LSU and No. 6 South Carolina.Full Story >
We know you don't care much about kickers, but Hot Reads does, and we're going to hype them so much that you won't get truly excited about the game until they hit the field.Full Story >
Thursday, January 3 2013 3:11 PM EST2013-01-03 20:11:15 GMT
Arkansas figures to take an armful of the first-ever "Chinny" Awards honoring the most outstanding and outrageous performances in the SEC this season. Full Story >
Every week you tune in loyally to watch some of the best action on television unfold, and you are rewarded with compelling, slobber-knocking drama.Full Story >
Thursday, January 3 2013 3:11 PM EST2013-01-03 20:11:15 GMT
Ole Miss fans tailgating on The Grove usually don't need that much reason to party, but a win Saturday over Texas will make the hot toddies taste even better.Full Story >
Has Ole Miss resurged enough to show that it is ready for prime time? Bo Wallace and the Rebels have the perfect opportunity to answer that question this weekend against Texas. Full Story >
Thursday, November 22 2012 10:56 AM EST2012-11-22 15:56:34 GMT
(RNN) - For the three people that actually read this, the Line King needed to update his bowl projections. With Missouri losing to Syracuse (what happened to the "$EC is the best" theory?), it looks likeFull Story >
With Missouri losing to Syracuse (what happened to the "$EC is the best" theory?), it looks like only eight teams will actually qualify for a bowl game.Full Story >
Thursday, November 1 2012 1:36 PM EDT2012-11-01 17:36:29 GMT
(RNN) - What do you get at the confluence of Halloween, Superstorm Sandy, the last week of what seems like a decade-long presidential election campaign and dang, even Breeders Cup? How about Georgia inFull Story >
Bama visits LSU for Armageddon; Georgia back in the hunt; Vanderbilt verging on bowl; Auburn in position to win; presidential campaign will SOON BE OVER!!!! Full Story >
Wednesday, October 24 2012 6:01 PM EDT2012-10-24 22:01:55 GMT
(RNN) - Is this Week 8 or 9 or has this football season just been one long dream? Seems like it. The Line King is hovering above .500 and that is like dreaming you're walking around downtown in your underwear. It'sFull Story >
Mississippi State will wake from dream season at Alabama; Auburn heavy home dog to Aggies; Goergia makes last stand against rampaging Florida; Vandy tries to make it two in a row Full Story >
Wednesday, October 10 2012 4:58 PM EDT2012-10-10 20:58:04 GMT
(RNN) - The Line King hates to break this to all of you $EC worshippers (and to Death Star Commissioner, His Excellency Mike Slive), but Alabama's opponent in this year's mythical BC$ Championship GameFull Story >
Ever wonder what would happen when a stoppable force collides with a moveable object? We'll find out when Auburn plays Ole Miss.Trouble-seeking Tide fans travel to wet, cold Mizzou. Mississippi State tries to break six-game losing skid against faltering Vols. Kentucky vs. Arkansas, meh.Full Story >
Thursday, October 4 2012 7:44 AM EDT2012-10-04 11:44:05 GMT
(RNN) - Does ANYONE play defense these days? Look: 70-63, 51-41, 51-44, 56-49, 45-43, 49-38, 41-36, 52-40 all sound like basketball scores, not college football games from this past weekend. What causesFull Story >
The Line King offers one explanation for why defense is becoming a thing of the past in the college football of today: Young people are just too darned soft these days … for them, sacrifice is eating an unfrosted pop tart … or settling for less than an unlimited phone plan. Full Story >
Serena Williams won her fourth consecutive title of the year in dominating fashion Sunday, beating third-seeded Victoria Azarenka 6-1, 6-3 in the Italian Open final.Full Story >
After all these years, Rafael Nadal still knows how to dominate Roger Federer.Full Story >
Graeme McDowell made amends for last year's defeat to capture the World Match-Play Championship on Sunday, defeating Thailand's Thongchai Jaidee 2 and 1 in the final on the Thracian Cliffs course.Full Story >
Graeme McDowell made amends for last year's defeat to capture the World Match-Play Championship on Sunday, defeating Thailand's Thongchai Jaidee 2 and 1 in the final on the Thracian Cliffs course.Full Story >
Damien Brunner and Brendan Smith scored in the second period and the Detroit Red Wings beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-1 Saturday in Game 2 to even their Western Conference semifinal series.Full Story >
In case they weren't aware already, the Chicago Blackhawks now know they're going to have to earn it if they want to get past Detroit.Full Story >
Thursday, April 25 2013 7:03 AM EDT2013-04-25 11:03:18 GMT
(RNN) - Big guys are likely to be the stars of the show Thursday night when the NFL Draft again airs in primetime on ESPN, live from Radio City Music Hall. Barring unforeseen weirdness - which can neverFull Story >
The NFL Draft with all its drama and uncertainty airs live in prime time Thursday night. Luke Joeckel, Manti Te'o, SEC stars and borderline quarterbacks are among this year's mysteries.Full Story >
Thursday, April 18 2013 8:52 PM EDT2013-04-19 00:52:03 GMT
(RNN) - Spring practice in the SEC climaxes Saturday when five more teams hold their annual spring scrimmages. Interesting fact: So far the biggest attendance at a spring game this season was at KentuckyFull Story >
New coaches at Tennessee, Auburn and Arkansas will give us the first glimpse of their teams in Saturday's SEC spring games. Two-time defending national champion Alabama and Mississippi State also give fans a break from the long college football offseason.
Thursday, April 11 2013 7:00 AM EDT2013-04-11 11:00:16 GMT
Many Southeastern Conference football fans will finally get a look at their favorite teams this Saturday, April 13, and several of the annual spring games will be broadcast on TV and on the Web.Texas A&MFull Story >
Southeastern Conference fans are beginning to stir as South Carolina, Texas A&M, Ole Miss, Vanderbilt and Kentucky all hold their annual spring football games on Saturday, April 13.Full Story >
Monday, January 7 2013 6:00 AM EST2013-01-07 11:00:08 GMT
Miami (RNN) - Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly said the team that makes the most mistakes may well win tonight. Not a misprint.He explained that odd statement Sunday at the final news conference before theFull Story >
Notre Dame coach Brian Kelly said the team that makes the most mistakes may win tonight. He meant the team that takes the most chances, forces the action and sets the pace. Teams that do that make mistakes. But they cause the other guys to make mistakes, too. Full Story >
Sunday, January 6 2013 11:52 AM EST2013-01-06 16:52:47 GMT
Alabama head football coach Nick Saban and Notre Dame head football coach Brian Kelly shook hands Sunday morning in front of the Coaches' Trophy, the prize their two teams want to take home Monday night.Full Story >
Alabama head football coach Nick Saban and Notre Dame head football coach Brian Kelly shook hands Sunday morning in front of the Coaches' Trophy, the prize their two teams want to take home Monday night. Full Story >
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