South Carolina football had many faces enter and exit the team through the transfer portal. Redshirt senior offensive lineman showcases his leadership abilities through his past experiences at Northern Arizona University.
Through the beginning of the legislative session until mid-March, the bill on Name, Image and Likeness found itself in front of Gov. Henry McMaster, where it was vetoed. McMaster shared his reasons for veto and expressed his need for federal help with the issue.
Through the transfer portal, senior edge Caleb Herring committed to South Carolina over other Southeastern Conference teams for multiple reasons. The coaches’ honesty and vision for the future caught his attention, but South Carolina fans ultimately made the decision easier with their genuine support and clear desire to see him join the team.
Sophomore first baseman Beau Hollins continues to make his impact through his second year on the team. Head coach Paul Mainieri spoke on how he wants him to make a bigger impact going into the 2026 season.
Former South Carolina special teams coordinator and assistant head coach Joe DeCamillis is making his return to the NFL. He spent two season with the Gamecocks and has several NFL stops and coached at University of Texas for a year as a special assistant to the head coach.
Pressure is rising for South Carolina men's basketball head coach Lamont Paris. As February's bracket of games begins to roll through, the Gamecocks sit at 2-6 in conference play, winning only two games since the new year.
Though Stan Drayton is new to the South Carolina coaching staff, he has past connections in Columbia. Drayton and head coach Shane Beamer's coaching careers came full circle through their time in Starkville and past players, NFL and college.
South Carolina football continued to make changes as the offseason continues. The Gamecocks picked up several incoming transfers and welcome new class signees.
Freshman wide receiver Jayden Sellers joins his older brother, redshirt sophomore quarterback LaNorris Sellers, in the South Carolina program. After playing together in earlier years at South Florence High School, the brothers are getting back into the rhythm of playing with each other again.
On Oct. 20, redshirt sophomore defensive back Vicari Swain was named to the 18-man Jet Award midseason watch list for his impact on punt returns. He continues to make an impact on special teams and defense while helping spark momentum for the offense.