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FILE - In this Dec. 28, 2019, file photo, Oklahoma head coach Lincoln Riley, center, stands with his team before the Peach Bowl NCAA semifinal college football playoff game against LSU in Atlanta. College football teams set to play this fall are trying to help their depth amid the coronavirus pandemic by finding players capable of playing multiple positions. Riley says it is “something every coach in the country is thinking about right now.” That's because positive tests, contact tracing and quarantines could abruptly alter any roster. (AP Photo/John Amis, File)
Multi-position players boost options in pandemic season

By Aaron Beard Aug. 28, 2020 02:16 AM EDT

FILE - In this March 1, 2003, file photo, University of South Carolina students head towards the 192,000-square-foot Strom Thurmond Wellness and Fitness Center in Columbia, S.C. Some of the University of South Carolina's most prominent recent athletes are calling for the renaming of the $38.6 million complex, arguing that its namesake shouldn't be glorified for his segregationist views. (Renee Ittner-McManus/The State via AP, File)
U. of South Carolina considers removing Thurmond's name

By Meg Kinnard Aug. 21, 2020 08:27 AM EDT

South Carolina RB Lloyd out for year with knee injury

Aug. 20, 2020 12:52 PM EDT
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — South Carolina has lost one of its most anticipated offensive newcomers for the season after tailback MarShawn Lloyd tore the anterior...

A ball catcher wearing plastic gloves amid the new coronavirus pandemic, disinfects the ball during a local championship soccer match between Nacional and Penarol in Montevideo, Uruguay, Sunday, Aug. 9, 2020. (AP Photo/Matilde Campodonico)
The Latest: Virus cluster at East Carolina pauses football

By The Associated Press Aug. 20, 2020 11:15 AM EDT

Former South Carolina football star, AD Dixon dead at 83

Jul. 07, 2020 01:03 PM EDT
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Former South Carolina running back, athletic director and board of trustees member King Dixon died Monday. He was 83. ...

49ers sign first-round picks Kinlaw, Aiyuk to 4-year deals

Jun. 26, 2020 06:24 PM EDT
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) — The San Francisco 49ers have signed first-round draft picks Javon Kinlaw and Brandon Aiyuk to four-year deals, the team said Friday....

FILE - In this March 7, 2020, file photo, people sit surrounded by empty seats as they wait for the start of the English Premier League soccer match between Liverpool and Bournemouth at Anfield stadium in Liverpool, England. The crippling grip the coronavirus pandemic has had on the sports world has forced universities, leagues and franchises to evaluate how they might someday welcome back fans. (AP Photo/Jon Super, File)
The Latest: Angels to pay minor leaguers at to end of June

By The Associated Press Jun. 05, 2020 02:08 PM EDT

The gates of St. Edwards' Lewis-Chen Family Soccer Field are locked and marked closed due to the coronavirus outbreak, Tuesday, May 5, 2020, in Austin, Texas. In response to the economic impact of COVID-19, St. Edwards says they are cutting cut six sports programs including men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf and men's soccer. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
The Latest: Three South Carolina coaches taking salary cuts

By The Associated Press May. 19, 2020 02:35 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 7, 2019, file photo, Indiana linebacker Thomas Allen (44) prepares to rush in on Eastern Illinois quarterback Harry Woodbery (8) during an NCAA college football game in Bloomington, Ind. Under normal circumstances, you would almost have to force Indiana linebacker Thomas Allen out of his school’s athletic facilities. His recovery plan changed dramatically when the coronavirus pandemic shut down campuses and college sports. He is among many football players across the country recovering from injuries who have limited access to top-tier equipment and one-on-one help. Some experts say those issues could lengthen recovery times and put athletes at risk of re-injury. (AP Photo/Doug McSchooler, File)
Coronavirus causes major adjustments for injury rehab

By Cliff Brunt And Mitch Stacy Apr. 21, 2020 02:19 AM EDT

Georgia's Toumani Camara (10) is stoped by South Carolina forwards Maik Kotsar (21) and Keyshawn Bryant during an NCAA college basketball game Wednesday, Feb. 12, 2020, in Athens, Ga. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP)
South Carolina pulls away early, beats reeling Georgia 75-59

By Charles Odum Feb. 12, 2020 09:54 PM EST

Five-star DT Jordan Burch signs with South Carolina

Feb. 06, 2020 10:24 PM EST
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) — Highly regarded, five-star defensive tackle Jordan Burch has ended the suspense and signed with South Carolina. Burch...

FILE - In this Nov. 2, 2019, file photo, South Carolina head coach Will Muschamp walks on the sideline during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Columbia, S.C. For South Carolina coach Will Muschamp, coming off his worst season in four with the Gamecocks, landing five-star defensive tackle Jordan Burch would be a welcome offseason victory. (AP Photo/Sean Rayford, File)
SEC's recruiting dominance particularly apparent this year

By Steve Megargee Feb. 05, 2020 06:12 PM EST

Hammond School defensive end Jordan Burch sits in the stands to watch South Carolina play Missouri at Colonial Life Arena, in Columbia, S.C., Saturday, Feb. 1, 2020. (Joshua Boucher/The State via AP)
Top heavy: Handful of elite programs hoard most top recruits

By Ralph D. Russo Feb. 05, 2020 04:18 PM EST

In this Nov. 2, 2018 photo, Hammond Skyhawks Jordan Burch (5) watches during the a high school football playoff game against Wilson Hall in Columbia, S.C. The-6-foot-5, 275-pound Burch is a potential immediate-impact player out for the Gamecocks. When the early signing period opened in December he announced he would stay close to home. But he didn't actually sign, leaving open the possibility LSU could be his final destination. (Jeff Blake/The State via AP)
Signing day: Undecided blue chips, finish strong, best class

By Ralph D, Russo Feb. 04, 2020 01:09 PM EST

FILE - In this Oct. 12, 2019, file photo, Alabama linebacker Anfernee Jennings (33) tackles Texas A&M quarterback Kellen Mond (11) for a loss during the first quarter of an NCAA college football game, in College Station, Texas. Jennings was selected to The Associated Press All-Southeastern Conference football team, Monday, Dec. 9, 2019.(AP Photo/Sam Craft, File)
Herbert, other Senior Bowl players hope staying put pays off

By John Zenor Jan. 23, 2020 03:53 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 22, 2018, file photo, South Carolina defensive lineman Aaron Sterling, right, recovers a fumble by Vanderbilt quarterback Kyle Shurmur (14) after being hit by Javon Kinlaw (3) during the second half of an NCAA college football game, in Nashville, Tenn. Kinlaw was selected to The Associated Press All-America team, Monday, Dec. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Mark Zaleski, File)
Javon Kinlaw's humble beginning fuels his aggressive play

By John Zenor Jan. 22, 2020 04:41 PM EST

FILE - In this Nov. 30, 2019, file photo, LSU wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase (1) celebrates his touchdown reception during the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Texas A&M, in Baton Rouge, La. Chase was selected to The Associated Press All-America team, Monday, Dec. 16, 2019. (AP Photo/Gerald Herbert, File)
Trevor vs Justin; Bama vs LSU and other top stories in 2020

By Ralph D. Russo Jan. 14, 2020 04:39 AM EST

FILE - In this Aug. 20, 2019, file photo, Georgia offensive lineman Cade Mays (77) runs a drill during an NCAA football practice in Athens, Ga. Georgia sophomore Cade Mays' attorney says the versatile offensive lineman plans to transfer and will have a strong case to be granted immediate eligibility in 2020. (Joshua L. Jones/Athens Banner-Herald via AP, File)
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Jan. 09, 2020 06:42 PM EST

SEC wins signing day with 6 teams ranked in top 10

The Associated Press Dec. 18, 2019 09:12 PM EST
CONFERENCE: SEC BEST IN CLASS (based on 247 Sports composite rankings through Wednesday afternoon): Alabama, Georgia and LSU each landed at...

Virginia Tech football adds home-and-home vs South Carolina

By The Associated Press Dec. 11, 2019 02:09 PM EST
BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) — Virginia Tech and South Carolina have agreed to play a home-and-home football series in 2034 and 2035. Hokies...