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Wilson Hall's Ford Wilder will play basketball at South Carolina next season. The school officially announced the decision on Friday as they finalized their roster for the season.

Wilson Hall’s Wilder set to play basketball at South Carolina

A dream came true for Wilson Hall’s Ford Wilder on Friday, as he was finally able to share the news that he’s going to play basketball at the University of South Carolina as the program announced …

South Carolina has tabbed former Coastal Carolina head coach Kevin Schnall to take over the baseball program for the Gamecocks.

South Carolina names Schnall head baseball coach

Kevin Schnall has been named the head baseball coach at the University of South Carolina, Athletics Director Jeremiah Donati announced today (Wednesday, June 10). Schnall becomes the 33rd head coach in the history of Gamecock baseball. A public …

South Carolina's Dylan Stewart (6) is expected to be one of the top defenders in the SEC in the fall.

Players to watch, including familiar names and new faces, around the SEC following spring

The Southeastern Conference showcases standouts and stars every year. Some are known commodities while others are on the verge of becoming household names. Here's a look at some non-quarterbacks who garnered attention during spring practice and …

Former Lakewood and South Carolina standout Brandon Cisse, center, is surrounded by friends and family after being selected No. 52 overall by the Green Bay Packers.

Former Lakewood star Brandon Cisse selected in second round of NFL draft by Green Bay

Former Lakewood star Brandon Cisse became the fourth Sumter-area graduate to be drafted in the first two rounds of the NFL draft on Thursday night when he was selected by the Green Bay Packers at No. …

Former Lakewood standout Brandon Cisse spent one season at South Carolina, finishing with 27 tackles, 1.5 tackles for a loss, a forced fumble, an interception and five pass breakups.

Former Lakewood star Cisse staying in the moment as he waits to hear his name during NFL draft

About this time four years ago, Brandon Cisse was finishing up his junior year at Lakewood, still unsure of the next steps in his football career. He had a few offers on the table already but was still a couple months from pairing up with North …

South Carolina forward Joyce Edwards (8) looks to shoot against Southern California guard Kara Dunn during the second round of the NCAA tournament on Monday, March 23, 2026, in Columbia.

Edwards, Okot power top-seed South Carolina into Sweet 16 with 101-61 victory over USC

COLUMBIA - Joyce Edwards had 23 points and 10 rebounds, Madina Okot added her 22nd double-double this season with 15 points and 15 rebounds and top-seeded South Carolina advanced to its 12th straight Sweet 16 with a 101-61 victory over No. 9 seed …

South Carolina forward Joyce Edwards shoots over LSU guard Milaysia Fulwiley during the semifinals of the Southeastern Conference tournament on Saturday, March 7, 2026, in Greenville. The Gamecocks open the NCAA Tournament at home on Saturday against Southern.

No. 1 seed South Carolina resets for March Madness run after SEC title game stumble

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley isn't sweating her team's 17-point loss to rival Texas in the Southeastern Conference Tournament championship. In fact, she thinks it might be a blessing in disguise for her Gamecocks (31-3) heading into the NCAA …

PHOTOS BY TIM LEIBLE / THE SUMTER ITEM  Former Lakewood and South Carolina defensive back Brandon Cisse catches a pass during the Gamecocks' pro day on Tuesday.

Former Lakewood star Cisse shows off for NFL teams at South Carolina pro day

Former Lakewood standout Brandon Cisse showcased his talent in front of NFL evaluators on Tuesday, taking part in South Carolina's annual pro day. After a hamstring injury limited his availability at the NFL combine, he was excited to show his elite …

South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley and the Gamecocks are the top seed in the Sacramento Regional of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament.

Unbeaten UConn joined by UCLA, Texas and South Carolina as No. 1 seeds for women's NCAA Tournament

UConn edged UCLA as the No. 1 overall seed in women's NCAA Tournament when the bracket was announced Sunday night, Having the top spot in March Madness didn't really matter to Huskies coach Geno Auriemma as he looks to lead the team to another …

Former South Carolina coach Lou Holtz, seen right sharing words with side judge Randy Jackson during the first half against Kentucky on Saturday, Oct. 12, 2002, in Lexington, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 89.

Former Sumter High and South Carolina standout Pinkney reflects on time with Holtz

Lou Holtz may have only stood at 5'10", but he was larger than life in the world of college football. The legendary coach, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 89, was a national champion at Notre Dame but finished his career in Columbia, …

LSU head coach Kim Mulkey, left, and South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley share a pregame embrace in Baton Rouge on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026.

NCAA women's committee's 1st top 16 reveal: UConn, UCLA, South Carolina, Vandy are No. 1s

UConn, UCLA, South Carolina and Vanderbilt would be the No. 1 seeds in the women's NCAA Tournament if it began now. The NCAA basketball selection committee did its first reveal of the teams in line for the top 16 seeds Saturday. Undefeated …

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Latson, Edwards lead No. 3 South Carolina to 93-50 beatdown of No. 19 Tennessee on Sunday

COLUMBIA — Ta'Niya Latson scored 21 points, Joyce Edwards added 20 and No. 3 South Carolina ran past No. 19 Tennessee 93-50 on Sunday for its ninth straight victory over the Lady Vols. The …

South Carolina forward Joyce Edwards (8) looks to shoot as Texas A&M forward Fatmata Janneh (44) and guard Ny'ceara Pryor (1) defend on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, in College Station, Texas.

Edwards' 28 points lead No. 3 South Carolina to a 71-56 victory over Texas A&M

COLLEGE STATION, Texas - Joyce Edwards had 28 points and Tessa Johnson added 19 and tied a career high with five 3-pointers to help No. 3 South Carolina outlast Texas A&M 71-56 Monday night. South Carolina (22-2, 8-1 Southeastern Conference) led …

South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley calls a play against Texas A&M on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026, in College Station, Texas.

UConn, UCLA, USC hold 1-3 in AP poll

Louisville moved up to sixth for its best ranking in four years in The Associated Press women's Top 25 basketball poll released Monday. UConn remained the unanimous No. 1 from the 31-member national media panel. The Huskies are the lone …

South Carolina forward Joyce Edwards (8) looks to shoot around Auburn forward Khady Leye (6) on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026, in Auburn, Alabama.

No. 3 South Carolina tops Auburn 81-51 behind another strong effort from Edwards

AUBURN, Ala. - Joyce Edwards scored 20 points, Tessa Johnson added 13 and No. 3 South Carolina handled Auburn 81-51 on Thursday night. Edwards, the team's top scorer, made 9 of 14 shots to go along with five rebounds. Johnson chipped in five …

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