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Third-year exercise science student Meredith McFadden is the first woman to hold the position of bullpen catcher for a Power Five baseball program. McFadden, who started playing baseball at age 4, is in her second year with the South Carolina baseball program.

South Carolina baseball bullpen catcher breaks barriers, supports players as 1st woman in position for Power Five team

By Annie Poteat | Feb. 13

Third-year exercise science student Meredith McFadden became the first bullpen catcher for a Power Five conference baseball team when she joined South Carolina's team in 2022. Since then, McFadden has used her childhood love of the game and dream of being a Gamecock to motivate her. She's now become a major support system to the team and someone who is consistently giving feedback, head coach Mark Kingston said.

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FILE — Sophomore forward Ashlyn Watkins and head coach Dawn Staley share a hug during a ring presentation ceremony for the Gamecocks' SEC Championship and Final Four appearance in the 2022-23 season. The ceremony was held at Colonial Life Arena following South Carolina's 114-76 victory over Maryland on Nov. 12, 2023.

Women's basketball forward Ashlyn Watkins sees growth, increased playing time in 2nd collegiate season

By Kyron Williams | Feb. 13

FILE - Graduate student guard Ta’Lon Cooper drives the ball past a defender at Colonial Life Arena on Jan. 6, 2024. Cooper led the team with seven assists during the 68-62 win against Mississippi State.

Men's basketball guard Ta'Lon Cooper back in home state, playing crucial role in South Carolina's historic season

By Dylan Bailey | Feb. 12

Freshman guard Tessa Johnson attempts a 3-point shot during the Gamecocks' 83-65 victory over the Huskies on Feb. 11, 2024. Johnson scored 9 points for the Gamecocks during her 15 minutes playing at Colonial Life Arena.

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FILE — South Carolina baseball players offer a toast during the playing of their alma mater after the team beat Clemson 7-1 on March 5, 2023, last season. The Gamecocks beat the Tigers 2-1 in the series, making it 12-1 at that point in the season.

Preview: South Carolina baseball enters 2024 season with elite returning hitters, uncertainty on defense

By Emma Edwards | Feb. 11

The South Carolina baseball team will be looking to overcome uncertainty on defense with returning hitters as it enters the 2024 season. The Gamecocks are coming into the season the No. 25 team in the nation as it prepares for another run to the Super Regionals.

Freshman forward Collin Murray-Boyles attempts a shot during South Carolina's 75-60 victory over Vanderbilt on Feb. 10, 2024. Murray-Boyles scored a career high 31 points for the Gamecocks.

Analysis: Collin Murray-Boyles powers No. 15 South Carolina men's basketball to victory over Vanderbilt

By Michael Gaither | Feb. 11

After a slow first half, the South Carolina Men's basketball team overcame its offensive struggles to beat Vanderbilt 75-60. Freshman forward Collin Murray-Boyles played a pivotal role in the Gamecocks' victory over the Commodores, extending the team's win streak to seven consecutive games.

Freshman guard Tessa Johnson, senior guard Te-Hina Paopao and freshman guard MiLaysia Fulwiley huddle together during a timeout against the Kentucky Wildcats. The trio contributed 39 points during South Carolina’s 98-36 victory over Kentucky on Jan. 15, 2023.

Behind enemy bylines: The Daily Campus sports editor predicts Gamecocks to win highly anticipated matchup against UConn

By Griffin Goodwyn | Feb. 7

The Daily Gamecock spoke with Stratton Stave, the sports editor at The Daily Campus, to discuss the South Carolina women's basketball team's upcoming contest against UConn. Stave predicts that the Gamecocks will win by double-digit points against the Huskies in their matchup on Sunday.

USC alumnae use National Girls and Women in Sports Day to reflect, emphasize importance of diversity in sports media

By Griffin Goodwyn | Feb. 7

National Girls and Women in Sports Day is celebrated annually during the first week of February. This year, female alumnae of the University of South Carolina's School of Journalism and Mass Communications working in sports are using the holiday as a means to reflect on the industry's progression during their careers.

FILE — Junior guard Myles Stute drives past his defender during South Carolina's game against Mississippi State on Jan. 6, 2024. Stute finished the game with 15 points, contributing to the Gamecocks' 68-62 win against the Bulldogs.

Analysis: No. 15 South Carolina men's basketball holds on against Ole Miss to capture win

By Brendan Dougherty | Feb. 6

No. 15 South Carolina men's basketball defeated Ole Miss 68-65 to extend its winning streak to six games. Freshman forward Collin Murray-Boyles excelled with 16 points and nine rebounds, along with a clutch block late in the game.

Gamecock men's basketball head coach Lamont Paris encourages his team during its 79-62 victory over Kentucky on Jan. 23, 2024. South Carolina is currently ranked No. 15 with a record of 19-3 overall and 7-2 in conference play.

South Carolina basketball coaches feel support from peers during recent run of success

By Emilie Vigliotta | Feb. 6

South Carolina's two basketball teams have a combined 40-3 record, the best of any NCAA Division I university in the country. The teams' head coaches, Dawn Staley and Lamont Paris, have received extensive support this season from fellow coaches within and outside the university.

The South Carolina men's basketball team celebrates by singing the university's alma mater after its 89-67 victory over George Washington on Dec. 1, 2023. The Gamecocks are currently 19-3 overall and 7-2 in SEC play.

AP ranks Gamecock men's basketball for first time since 2017

By Griffin Goodwyn | Feb. 5

South Carolina men's basketball ended a nearly seven-year drought of being ranked outside the Associated Press poll on Monday. The Gamecocks are the No. 15 team in the country.

Senior center Kamilla Cardoso attempts a layup during the Gamecocks' 85-56 victory over the Ole Miss Rebels on Feb. 4, 2024. Cardoso led the team with 17 points and four blocks at Colonial Life Arena.

Analysis: No. 1 South Carolina women's basketball defeats Ole Miss 85-56 despite early foul trouble

By Will Miller | Feb. 4

The No. 1 South Carolina women's basketball team defeated Ole Miss 85-56 on Sunday to advance to 21-0 on the season. The team took advantage of offensive rebounds and capitalized on second-chance points to stay ahead of the Rebels throughout both halves.

The Gamecock Softball team huddles at Beckham Field before its 4-1 victory over the University of Delaware on Feb. 17, 2023. The Gamecocks enter the 2024 season ranked No. 23.

Preview: Gamecock softball looks to build on last season's confidence ahead of 2024 season

By Violet Raftery | Feb. 4

The Gamecock softball team is looking to build upon energy and confidence from the 2023 postseason run to open the 2024 season. With many players returning, head coach Beverly Smith believes team will be able to build upon the spark it had at the end of the last season. South Carolina will begin its season when it hosts the Carolina Classic from Feb. 9 to 11 at Beckham Field.

FILE - Freshman forward Collin Murray-Boyles battles under the net during South Carolina's game against Georgia at Colonial Life Arena on Jan. 16, 2024. Murray-Boyles had six rebounds and two assists during the Gamecocks' 74-69 loss to the Bulldogs.

Analysis: South Carolina men's basketball extends win streak to 5 after victory over Georgia

By JB Altman | Feb. 3

The South Carolina men’s basketball team extended its win streak to five after defeating Georgia 72-62 in Athens on Saturday. The Gamecocks are now 19-3, 7-2 SEC and will look to become ranked for the first time this season.

Senior James Story and junior Casey Hoole get into position during South Carolina’s match against NC State at the Carolina Indoor Tennis Center on Feb. 2, 2024. Hoole and Story won their first doubles match together this season 6-4.

Analysis: No. 2 South Carolina men's tennis loses 1st game of the season to NC State

By Dylan Bailey | Feb. 3

The No. 2 South Carolina men's tennis team lost its first match of the season 4-3 to NC State. Doubles play continued to let the Gamecocks down, as the team could not come back from dropping the first point.

Fifth-year pitcher Alana Vawter throws the ball during a South Carolina softball practice. Vawter previously played at Stanford University, where she finished her four years within the top-five in wins, shutouts, strikeouts and innings pitched.

Preseason All-SEC softball pitcher Alana Vawter looks to mentor, capitalize on another degree at South Carolina

By Jaydon Ford | Jan. 31

Fifth-year softball pitcher Alana Vawter spent her first four years of college playing at Stanford, where she collected many accolades. Since joining the South Carolina softball team, she has used her skills and experience to help lead her teammates.

FILE — Junior guard Myles Stute drives to the basket during South Carolina's contest against Mississippi State on Jan. 6, 2024, where he contributed 15 points to the team's 68-62 win. The South Carolina men's basketball team is currently 18-3, with notable victories over Tennessee and Kentucky, who were ranked No. 5 and No. 6 respectively at the time of the games.

Analysis: South Carolina men's basketball upsets No. 5 Tennessee with commanding defensive presence

By Dylan Bailey | Jan. 31

The South Carolina men's basketball team earned its second top-10 win of the season when the Gamecocks upset the No. 5 Tennessee. The Gamecocks' stifling defense was key in the victory, holding the Volunteers to a season-low 59 points.

FILE — Head coach Shane Beamer smiles on the sidelines during South Carolina's game against Vanderbilt on Nov. 11, 2023, at Williams-Brice Stadium. The Gamecocks defeated the Commodores 47-6.

New assistant coaches look to bring changes to South Carolina's offense ahead of 2024 season

By Michael Gaither | Jan. 30

Running backs coach Marquel Blackwell and wide receivers coach James Coley are two of the latest additions to South Carolina's coaching staff. Both said communication between players and coaches will remain crucial as the team looks to improve before the fall.

Following the Gamecocks' 79-62 victory over No. 9 Kentucky, freshman forward Collin Murray-Boyles speaks to reporters on Jan. 24, 2024. Murray-Boyles had nine rebounds, two steals and three assists in his hometown of Columbia at at Colonial Life Arena.

Hometown kid Collin Murray-Boyles making an impact, helping turn around men's basketball team

By Hardy Smothers | Jan. 30

Freshman forward Collin Murray-Boyles is making an impact for the men's basketball team in his first year. His return comes after his recovery from an illness that caused him to miss the start of the season.

Senior placekicker Mitch Jeter kicks a ball held by senior punter Kai Kroeger after a touchdown during South Carolina’s 41-39 loss to Florida on Oct. 14, 2023 at Williams-Brice Stadium. The Gamecocks finished the 2023 season with a record of 5-7.

Joe DeCamillis hired as new South Carolina football special teams coordinator

By Griffin Goodwyn | Jan. 29

The University of South Carolina board of trustees met on Monday to approve the contract of newly hired special teams coordinator Joe DeCamillis. The hire marks the Gamecocks' third change to its coaching staff this offseason.