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"TJ" sticks his head out of his stall at One Wood Farm on Sept. 1, 2023. The farm has three large stables and several smaller ones that house the 27 horses living there.

Good ‘neigh’-bors: Barn managers, riders maintain health, happiness of USC’s equestrian athletes

By Griffin Goodwyn and Emma Edwards | Sep. 18

In addition to academics and athletics, riders on South Carolina's equestrian team, along with their barn managers, are responsible for something that most student-athletes on South Carolina's campus are not — taking care of the team's horses at One Wood Farm. In the process, horses and their riders can develop a close bond that transcends any other in sports.

FILE — Freshman defensive back Jalon Kilgore tackles a player from the University of North Carolina at the Duke's Mayo Classic on Sep. 2, 2023, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Tar Heels defeated the Gamecocks 31-17.

Loggains, White confident in younger players ahead of matchup against Georgia

By Emma Edwards | Sep. 14

South Carolina's offensive and defensive coordinators are learning to trust their young players as injuries hit the team in the early part of the season. The biggest test for the young Gamecocks lies ahead with No. 1 Georgia.

Fifth-year goalkeeper Heather Hinz hugs senior midfielder Rylee Forster before their game on Sept. 10, 2023. The team celebrated senior night with a 2-0 victory over Furman.

Analysis: Shelley Smith earns 300th win, No. 10 Gamecock women's soccer scores victory on senior night

By Emma Edwards | Sep. 10

The No. 10 South Carolina women's soccer team, led by senior forward Catherine Barry, defeated Furman 2-0 on senior night. The win also marked victory No. 300 for coach Shelley Smith.

Quarterback Mitch Trubisky walks with Bears offensive coordinator Dowell Loggains at rookie minicamp at Halas Hall on May 12, 2017. Loggains is one of many new coaches to join Gamecock athletics this year.

Gamecock athletic programs seek fresh perspectives, insights with new coaching hires

By Emma Edwards and Annie Poteat | Sep. 4

Several Gamecock athletics programs look to improve their performance with the hiring of new coaches. Each one comes to South Carolina with a variety of experience and new skills they hope to pass on to their team.

Freshman setter Sydney Floyd celebrates earning a point on Aug. 30, 2023. The South Carolina Gamecocks beat the Clemson Tigers 3-1 in the Palmetto Series game.

Analysis: South Carolina volleyball claims victory in Palmetto Series matchup against rival Clemson

By Emma Edwards | Aug. 31

South Carolina volleyball defeated Clemson 3-1 in a rivalry match to add a win to the Gamecocks' Palmetto Series total.

FILE — The University of South Carolina baseball team circles up prior to its game against the University of Florida on April 21, 2023. The Gamecocks defeated the Gators 5-2 and ended its season with a record of 42-21.

Gamecock baseball exceeds expectations, plagued with injuries in inconsistent 2023 season

By Emma Edwards and Will Kelly | Aug. 28

The Gamecocks' 2023 baseball season was one to both remember and forget. South Carolina was ranked as high as No. 3, but the team steadily unraveled after earning this ranking.

South Carolina baseball swept its three-game series against Florida on April 20-22. The Gamecocks run-ruled the Gators 13-3 in seven innings on Thursday and continued to balance offensive firepower with effective pitching, beating the Gators 5-2 on Friday and finishing out the series 7-5 on Saturday.

No. 6 South Carolina sweeps No. 3 Florida in top-10 SEC showdown

By Emma Edwards , Ky Villegas and Aaron Barton | April 23

No. 6 South Carolina showcased its depth and offensive power in a series sweep against No. 3 Florida. Despite injuries plaguing the pitching staff and infield, the Gamecocks were able to hold home turf and improve to 13-4 in the SEC.

Sophomore catcher Giulia Desiderio holds her mitt up in the air, preparing the catch the ball. The Gamecocks played the Aggies at Beckham Field on April 16, 2023, winning the game 8-0 to sweep the series.

Analysis: South Carolina softball sweeps No. 23 Texas A&M for second SEC series win of season

By Will Kelly and Emma Edwards | April 16

The South Carolina softball team swept No. 23 Texas A&M in a three-game SEC series that included two shutout wins for the Gamecocks. It was the Gamecocks first SEC sweep since 2018 and brought the team one game away from .500 in conference.

Next generation of Gamecock women's basketball players ready to step up, make an impact

By Emma Edwards | April 16

While the "Freshies" impressive run as Gamecocks has come to an end, the players will look to pass the torch to the next generation of South Carolina women's basketball stars. Despite these big shoes to fill, the young Gamecock players said they are ready to step up to the plate and carry on the legacy.

Senior outfielder Dylan Brewer battles at the plate to get on base and extend the South Carolina lead over USC Upstate. With home runs from Brewer and freshman outfielder Ethan Petry, the Gamecocks won Tuesday night’s game against the Spartans 7-2.

Analysis: Gamecocks continue to shine in midweek win over USC Upstate

By Emma Edwards | April 12

Freshman outfielder Ethan Petry continued his offensive hot streak, hitting 3-5 in a midweek win over USC Upstate. South Carolina's pitching staff showcased its depth, giving up only four hits to secure the victory for the Gamecocks.

Emma Edwards

Good ‘neigh’-bors: Barn managers, riders maintain health, happiness of USC’s equestrian athletes

Loggains, White confident in younger players ahead of matchup against Georgia

Analysis: Shelley Smith earns 300th win, No. 10 Gamecock women's soccer scores victory on senior night

Gamecock athletic programs seek fresh perspectives, insights with new coaching hires

Analysis: South Carolina volleyball claims victory in Palmetto Series matchup against rival Clemson

Gamecock baseball exceeds expectations, plagued with injuries in inconsistent 2023 season

No. 6 South Carolina sweeps No. 3 Florida in top-10 SEC showdown

Analysis: South Carolina softball sweeps No. 23 Texas A&M for second SEC series win of season

Next generation of Gamecock women's basketball players ready to step up, make an impact

Analysis: Gamecocks continue to shine in midweek win over USC Upstate

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