Q&A: Experts discuss COVID-19 protocols for fall sports

In the midst of a pandemic, South Carolina athletic programs have had to take many precautions in hopes of playing this fall.  

South Carolina football, women's soccer program join to protest on Greene Street

South Carolina's football team canceled all football activities Monday and participated in an on-campus demonstration for racial justice with the women's soccer team.

Dawn Staley talks social justice, pro sports strikes

South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley spoke with media Friday about athletes and coaches using their voice to speak out about social justice issues.

Athletics department announces fan guidelines for Williams-Brice Stadium

South Carolina's athletic department announces season ticket holders will be given priority for seats in Williams-Brice Stadium this fall.

Carolina Coquettes remain optimistic preparing for 2020 season

Carolina coquettes prepare for their 2020 season while remaining safe and optimistic.

Modified intramural sports available despite coronavirus pandemic

USC will allow a select group of intramural sports in the fall, many of which are one versus one. 

Gamecock students weigh in on SEC-only football season

The SEC has elected to hold a conference-only football season due to the coronavirus pandemic. With many other conferences electing to suspend or cancel their season, the Gamecocks' 2020 schedule has been reworked into a 10-game season featuring solely SEC opponents. 

Gamecocks sign their rookie NFL contracts

 Former Gamecock football players signed their rookie contracts for the season.

Club sports leaders discuss effects of COVID-19 on their teams

Leaders from the club field hockey, swim, women's basketball and lacrosse team speak on how COVID-19 has effected their teams.

Gov. Henry McMaster approves reduced seating arrangements for fall sports

Spectators will be allowed to attend Gamecock football, soccer and volleyball events.

Brief: SEC to play conference-only season

No Clemson rivalry game is currently scheduled for this fall.

'All options are on the table' as Williams-Brice Stadium construction nears completion

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, very few things about the Fall 2020 semester are certain. One seems to be- Williams-Brice Stadium will be "sporting" some new features come September. 

'Matter is the Minimum': Gamecock quarterback starts nonprofit

Junior redshirt quarterback Jay Urich is launching a nonprofit organization to positively impact children in Columbia, partially inspired by recent Black Lives Matter protests.

Brief: SEC to allow 'voluntary in-person athletics' to resume on June 8

The SEC announced on Friday that it will allow its institutions to resume "voluntary in-person athletics" starting June 8.

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Carolina Girls dance team reflects on cancelled spring season, plans for next year

The Carolina Girls dance team's spring season was cut short due to coronavirus concerns, but they are staying motivated and looking forward to next year.