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Sophomore gymnast Jaclyn Geyer balances on the uneven bars during practice at Soda City Gymnastics on March 31, 2026. The South Carolina Club Gymnastics team is competing at the National Association of Intercollegiate Gymnastics Clubs National Championships from April 8-11 in Birmingham, Alabama.

Finding its balance: How club gymnastics builds community at South Carolina

University of South Carolina’s club gymnastics team offers students a way to continue the sport they love in a supportive, low-pressure environment that prioritizes fun, friendships and personal growth over intense competition. Through practices, travel meets and shared experiences, members say the club creates a tight-knit community that helps students stay active while building lasting connections in college.


Senior center Madina Okot shoots the ball during the championship matchup against UCLA at the Women's Basketball NCAA Tournament on April 5, 2026. Okot was denied eligibility for the 2026-27 season with the Gamecocks.

Madina Okot denied additional year of eligibility

South Carolina's starting senior center Madina Okot won't return for the 2026-27 season after being denied an additional year of eligibility. The Gamecocks will be without Okot's 10.6 rebounds per game in next season's campaign.


FILE - Junior wide receiver Nyck Harbor turns upfield after making a catch during South Carolina's game against Clemson on Nov. 29, 2025, at Williams-Brice Stadium. Harbor will be returning for the 2026 football season.

South Carolina football rebuilds program during spring season

As spring football kicks off, South Carolina starts to preface its new faces, coaches and staff. As spring practice continues, the rebuild that the program went through becomes more apparent. This year, it isn't just new faces but also new spring practice layout, new priorities and a refresh on the playbook.