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South Carolina students cheer and wave rally towels during the Gamecocks’ matchup against Clemson on Nov. 29, 2025, at Williams-Brice Stadium. The student section stays loud throughout the game, helping build the atmosphere in the stadium.

Christian Clark embraces fresh start with South Carolina

Redshirt sophomore running back Christian Clark is excited for the opportunity to join the Gamecocks for the 2026 season. The former Texas running back joins a crowded running back room featuring multiple new players but looks to expand on a promising finish to last season.


The Gamecocks football team runs out before kickoff against University of Kentucky at Williams-Brice Stadium on Sept. 27, 2025. The Gamecocks went on to win 35-13 against the Wildcats.

Transfer Sam Dixon brings more depth to running back room

Ohio State transfer Sam Dixon is one of South Carolina's newest additions to the running back room. Alongside four returners and two other transfers, the running back squad, under new running backs coach Stan Drayton, already displays more depth and grit.


Senior infielder Arianna Rodi runs for the ball during a play against Clemson at Beckham Field on March 25, 2026. The Gamecocks lost to the Tigers 8-0.

Analysis: South Carolina softball loses 8-0 versus Clemson

South Carolina's softball team falls 8-0 to the Clemson Tigers during the first game of the Palmetto Series on Wednesday night. Strong hitting from the Tigers and a lack of hitting from the Gamecocks and struggles on the mound led to a Clemson victory after only six innings.


FILE — The Gamecocks meet on the pitcher’s mound with head coach Paul Mainieri to strategize for the next innings against Charlotte at Founders Park on March 17, 2026. Associate head coach and hitting coach Monte Lee has taken over as interim head coach after South Carolina parted ways with Mainieri in the 2026 season.

Where does South Carolina baseball go from here?

Following the departure of former head coach Paul Mainieri from the South Carolina baseball program, many questions have been raised about what happens next for the team. Monte Lee was named interim head coach for the rest of the season, but a national search for a new head coach is slowly approaching.