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Despite the ups and downs of this season, the Gamecocks need to have a pair of good games against 8th ranked UNC-Wilmington in the South Region to advance to the regional tournament. 

UofSC Hockey needs weekend wins to advance to tournament

This season has been a bumpy one for USC hockey. With a 6-11-0 record in American Collegiate Hockey Association play (2-3 in South Eastern College Hockey Conference), the Gamecocks need to win both of their weekend games to qualify for the regional tournament.


Carrera lifts Gamecocks past Mississippi State

Michael Carrera's breakout performance almost single-handedly defeated Mississippi State in South Carolina's 84-74 victory. Carrera's emergence as a primary offensive weapon gives the team a new identity as they begin the toughest stretch of their schedule.


Carolina Panthers' Luke Kuechly (59) celebrates as he returns an interception for a touchdown during the first quarter on Sunday, Jan. 17, 2016, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (David T. Foster III/Charlotte Observer/TNS)

Panthers emerge as Super Bowl favorite

The Carolina Panthers came out firing on all cylinders in their NFC Championship Game victory. Now they appear to be the Super Bowl favorites in a matchup with the Denver Broncos. The two teams incorporate very different styles of play, but Carolina's superior energy and versatility gives them an edge. 


Gamecocks sign former Alabama running back

South Carolina picked up a commitment from ex-Alabama running back Tyren Jones on Sunday. As a freshman at Alabama in 2014, Jones picked up 224 yards on just 36 carries, backing up 2015 Heisman Trophy winner Derrick Henry.


Carolina Panthers' Cam Newton (1) celebrates with Jerricho Cotchery (82) after they connected on touchdown during the second quarter at on Sunday, Jan. 3, 2016, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (David T. Foster III/Charlotte Observer/TNS)

Panthers hungry to advance in playoffs

The almost flawless 16-1 Carolina Panthers will host the 14-3 Arizona Cardinals in the NFC Championship game on Sunday at 6:40 p.m. This is not the first time these two teams have met in the playoffs.


Letter to the Editor: "Fowl Shot" promotion endorses poor sportsmanship

This weekend I attended the men’s basketball game against Missouri with some friends. It was a good game to watch and I had a great time supporting my school’s team; however, I was absolutely appalled by the portrayal of unsportsmanlike conduct that not only our fans but our administration exhibited.