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Senior sprinter Makenzie Dunmore races along with USC Track & Field while competing at the 2022 D1 Indoor Nationals at the CrossPlex in Birmingham, A.L., on March 12, 2022.

Senior sprinter Makenzie Dunmore takes pride in juggling multiple responsibilities on, off track

By Griffin Goodwyn | Apr. 23

Senior sprinter Makenzie Dunmore has learned how to balance being an athlete, student and mother during her collegiate career.

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FILE—Graduate guard Lele Grissett passes the ball to a teammate during a game against Vanderbilt on Jan. 24, 2022, at Colonial Life Arena. The Gamecocks beat the Commodores, 85-30.

South Carolina athletes use 5th year of eligibility

By Taylor Beltz and Michael McKenley Herring | Apr. 17

South Carolina head football coach Shane Beamer, new men's head basketball coach Lamont Paris and men's head soccer coach Tony Annan. All three coaches are new to South Carolina and were hired within the last two years.

New coaching hires take over football, men's basketball, swim and dive, men's soccer programs

By Camryn Dixon | Apr. 17

FILE—Former members of the South Carolina football team gather with former head coach Will Muschamp following a victory over Georgia on Oct. 12, 2019 in Athens, GA. This was the first time the Gamecocks beat the Bulldogs since 2014.

Football, basketball highlight students' favorite sports memories over last 4 years

By Nathan Baakko | Apr. 17

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Cock Hockey represents community of brotherhood for team's seniors

By Will Kelly | Apr. 17

South Carolina's club hockey team, known as Cock Hockey, has been a place for community and brotherhood amongst teammates.

FILE—Fifth-year outfielder Andrew Eyster fist bumps his teammates before a game against Clemson on March 5, 2022, in Columbia, SC. The Gamecocks lost the three-game series to the Tigers, 0-3.

'It's a bittersweet feeling': Fifth-year outfielder Andrew Eyster reflects on career with South Carolina baseball

By Jack Veltri | Apr. 17

With his college career winding down, Andrew Eyster has continued to play well for the Gamecocks in 2022.

Head football coach Shane Beamer and redshirt junior quarterback Spencer Rattler with the team in tow walking into Williams-Brice Stadium for the Garnet and Black Spring Game on April 17, 2022.

Analysis: Strong play from newcomers leads Garnet team to victory in 2022 South Carolina spring game

By Griffin Goodwyn | Apr. 17

The South Carolina football team's newest additions made the difference in this year's edition of the Garnet & Black Spring Game.

Ole Miss Senior Time Elko (in middle) runs into position before the pitch is thrown to Freshman utility player Talmadge Lecroy (on right). The Rebels beat the South Carolina Gamecocks 9-1.

Analysis: Gamecock baseball takes crucial series against No. 25 Ole Miss

By Nick Lorensen , Peyton Butt and Connor McComish | Apr. 17

South Carolina takes the rubber match and wins the series against No. 25 Ole Miss.

Junior Daniel Rodrigues hits a backhand at the Carolina Tennis Center on Sunday, March 20, 2022. The Gamecocks beat the Ole Miss Rebels 6-1.

Analysis: Gamecock men's tennis notches first home win over Aggies in program history

By Noah Hale | Apr. 16

South Carolina defeats Texas A&M 6-1 in its 18th straight win at Carolina Tennis Center.

Freshman guard Saniya Rivers prepares to pass during a game on Feb. 17, 2022 at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC. The Gamecocks beat Auburn 75-38.

Women's basketball freshman guard becomes third player to enter transfer portal

By Taylor Beltz | Apr. 14

Freshman guard Saniya Rivers announced her transfer from South Carolina women's basketball on Thursday.

FILE— A referee holds a basketball under his arm during a timeout in a 2019 game at Colonial Life Arena in Columbia, SC.

Lamont Paris completes his first staff at South Carolina with final assistant hire

By Jacob Phillips | Apr. 14

Tim Buckley was hired as an assistant coach on Thursday, completing Lamont Paris' first staff.

The South Carolina women's basketball team cruised through downtown Columbia for a parade on April 13, 2022 in celebration of its national championship win. The women’s basketball team “raised their cups” as the USC alma mater played on.

'You won the hearts of the entire country': Gamecock women's basketball honored with championship parade

By Jack Veltri | Apr. 14

South Carolina women's basketball was honored with a national championship parade down Main Street on Wednesday night.

FILE— Backdrop promoting the 50th anniversary of Title IX. Title IX is a federal law that prevents discrimination based on sex by fund-receiving education programs, the law has brought about important changes to the world of women's sports.

'There's a lot of excitement': South Carolina softball reflects upon 50th anniversary of Title IX

By Jack Veltri | Apr. 14

The South Carolina softball program reflects on the impact of Title IX on the law's 50th anniversary.

FILE— Sophomore tight end Jaheim Bell celebrates a touchdown pass from graduate student quarterback Zeb Noland. This touchdown would bring the Gamecocks to 15 points at the end of the first quarter in their game against East Illinois Panthers on Sept. 9, 2021.

Preview: Gamecocks excited to 'put on a show' in Saturday's spring football game

By Nathan Baakko and Peyton Butt | Apr. 13

Head coach Shane Beamer and players shared their goals and expectations during a press conference Tuesday heading into the Garnet and Black spring football game Saturday night. The game starts at 7 p.m. and is free to all students that show their Carolina Card.

The South Carolina baseball team celebrates following a win against North Florida Tuesday evening, April 13, 2022. South Carolina defeated the Ospreys 4-2 in a midweek matchup.

Analysis: Gamecocks baseball takes care of North Florida, Kingston earns 400th career win

By Nathan Baakko | Apr. 13

South Carolina was able to recover from a recent SEC series loss with a midweek win over North Florida on Tuesday.

Senior infielder Kassidy Krupit heading back to first base to out a Clemson player attempting to steal second base on April 12, 2022 at the Carolina Softball Stadium in Columbia, SC. Krupit made seven putouts during the game against Clemson.

Analysis: South Carolina softball's offense goes silent in 3-1 loss to No. 15 Clemson

By Jack Veltri | Apr. 13

In front of a sold out crowd, South Carolina softball comes up short against in-state rival No. 15 Clemson.

Junior Hannah Skerkis, senior Gabby Ricche, and freshman Alex Defalco preparing their boat for the Women's Novice Four. The Gamecock Rowing Club took to the water at the Clemson Regatta in Clemson, S.C. on April 1, 2022.

Gamecock Rowing Club back in action behind surge of new rowers

By Dylan Ortuno | Apr. 12

The Gamecock Rowing Club has bounced back from its COVID-19 season with several new members helping the club get back into competitions.

Junior Sophie Manson serves the ball at Wheeler Beach on April 2, 2022. South Carolina beat the Blazers 3-2.

Current, past players setting foundation for future of South Carolina beach volleyball

By Taylor Beltz | Apr. 11

The South Carolina beach volleyball team has been building its legacy one season at a time since 2014.

Senior guard Destanni Henderson speaks to fans in Columbia, SC on April 4, 2022. Fans lined the streets outside of Colonial Life Arena to welcome the team back to Columbia following their victory over the University of Connecticut to claim the NCAA national title.

Henderson drafted 20th in WNBA draft following strong NCAA tournament performance

By Lawson Murrell | Apr. 11

South Carolina's Destanni Henderson drafted by WNBA's Indiana Fever on Monday night in New York.

Senior infielder Kevin Madden gets ready to bat during a game against Georgia on Sunday, April 10, 2022 in Columbia, SC. The Gamecocks lost the series to Georgia 1-2.

Analysis: South Carolina baseball drops series against No. 14 Georgia

By Nick Lorensen , Nathan Baakko and Peyton Butt | Apr. 10

Despite the Gamecocks' impressive offense in their series over the weekend, they came up short and lost the series to Georgia. The Gamecocks return Tuesday to face off against North Florida at home at 7 p.m.