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Jaiden Kelly-Murray Decommits from South Carolina Gamecocks

Jaiden Kelly-Murray Decommits from South Carolina Gamecocks

Jaiden Kelly-Murray has decommitted from the South Carolina Gamecocks. The South Carolina Gamecocks have slowly been picking up steam on the recruiting trail, but they have hit two bumps in the road as of late.

South Carolina DB Commit Aamaury Fountain Flips Pledge to the Florida Gators

South Carolina DB Commit Aamaury Fountain Flips Pledge to the Florida Gators

South Carolina's 2027 class takes a hit on Saturday as four-star cornerback Aamaury Fountain flips his commitment to the Florida Gators. The 6-foot-1 and 171 pound corner out of Northside High School in Warner Robins, Georgia originally chose the Gamecocks on Jan 2, 2026 and was the second commit of the class at the time.

Dawn Staley News / TheSheGotGame / April 10
Dawn Staley Sets New NCAA Women’s Basketball Record With $4.25M Salary

Dawn Staley Sets New NCAA Women’s Basketball Record With $4.25M Salary

Dawn Staley’s coaching prowess does not need any intro. But she recently added another feather to her cap, not in terms of in-court achievements, but in financial terms.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / April 10
South Carolina Gamecocks Add Transfer Kory Mincy from George Mason

South Carolina Gamecocks Add Transfer Kory Mincy from George Mason

The South Carolina Gamecocks have added transfer Kory Mincy from George Mason. With the college basketball season officially in the rear view mirror, it's now the time of the year where players find their new homes.

Shane Beamer News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / April 10
Does South Carolina's Shane Beamer Have the Hottest Seat in the SEC?

Does South Carolina's Shane Beamer Have the Hottest Seat in the SEC?

Does South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer have the hottest seat in the SEC? The SEC welcomed a list of first-year head coaches this offseason. Florida, Kentucky, Auburn, Arkansas, LSU and Ole Miss all have new head coaches heading into the 2026 college football season.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / April 8
South Carolina Basketball Guard Cam Scott Enters the Transfer Portal

South Carolina Basketball Guard Cam Scott Enters the Transfer Portal

South Carolina's roster continues to shift this offseason as guard Cam Scott announces plans to enter the transfer portal on Wednesday afternoon. This is the fifth player to enter the portal from the Gamecocks since the season ended following the SEC Tournament.

Nyck Harbor News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / April 8
Can South Carolina WR Nyck Harbor Reach a Major Milestone During the 2026 Season?

Can South Carolina WR Nyck Harbor Reach a Major Milestone During the 2026 Season?

Can South Carolina Gamecocks wide receiver Nyck Harbor reach an important milestone during the 2026 college football season? The South Carolina Gamecocks

Dawn Staley News / ESPN / April 7

Staley talks to Geno, wants focus on growing game

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley said Tuesday that she has spoken to UConn's Geno Auriemma and suggested for "everyone to turn the page" after their midcourt argument at the Final Four fueled a firestorm of controversy.

College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / April 7
Staley releases statement addressing tense exchange with Auriemma

Dawn Staley releases statement addressing tense exchange with Geno Auriemma

Staley vowed to address the situation in due time, as she didn't want to drive attention away from what happened on the court.

Dawn Staley responds to a reporter’s awkward USC-South Carolina mix-up
South Carolina's Dawn Staley makes admission after loss to UCLA
Geno Auriemma attempts to do damage control with apology in wake of classless behavior toward Dawn Staley
The 'Most Women's Final Four appearances' quiz
South Carolina Gamecocks News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / April 7
South Carolina Baseball Returns to Founders Park to Take on College of Charleston

South Carolina Baseball Returns to Founders Park to Take on College of Charleston

The Gamecocks are set to end a five game homestand on Tuesday as the College of Charleston rolls into Founders Park for a 6:30 pm (ET) first pitch. South Carolina began the homestand with a win over Wofford and a series opening win over top five Texas at home.

College Basketball (W) News / The Spun / April 6
South Carolina Star Raven Johnson Issued 'Warning' After National Title Loss

South Carolina Star Raven Johnson Issued 'Warning' After National Title Loss

South Carolina fell to UCLA, 79-51, in the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament national championship game on Sunday afternoon. It was a tough loss for South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley, her players and the Gamecocks' fan base.

Shane Beamer News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / April 6
How Shane Beamer Can Earn His First Win Against This South Carolina Rival in 2026

How Shane Beamer Can Earn His First Win Against This South Carolina Rival in 2026

How Shane Beamer can earn his first victory over a South Carolina Gamecocks rival during the 2026 college football season. The South Carolina Gamecocks have a difficult road ahead during the 2026 season, as the team looks to improve upon last year's disappointment and reach its first ever College Football Playoff.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / TheSheGotGame / April 6
'Proud of You': Angel Reese Sends Heartfelt Message to South Carolina Star

'Proud of You': Angel Reese Sends Heartfelt Message to South Carolina Star

Things may not have ended how Raven Johnson wanted, but Angel Reese’s recent message might just be the much-needed push. Despite being so close to their 4th title, the South Carolina Gamecocks saw the UCLA Bruins seize the trophy with a 79-51 win.

Dawn Staley News / Yardbarker / April 6
South Carolina's Dawn Staley makes admission after loss to UCLA

South Carolina's Dawn Staley makes admission after loss to UCLA

For the first time in program history, the UCLA Bruins have won the women's NCAA Tournament. 

Dawn Staley says she'll address Geno Auriemma in due time
South Carolina's Dawn Staley reacts after tense exchange with UConn's Geno Auriemma
Caitlin Clark has a perfect description for UCLA's Cori Close
The 'Most Women's Final Four appearances' quiz
South Carolina Gamecocks News / NBC Sports / April 5
College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / April 5
Dawn Staley says she'll address Geno Auriemma in due time

Dawn Staley says she'll address Geno Auriemma in due time

Staley's team took down her nemesis. However, her heated postgame exchange with Auriemma may have stolen the spotlight from what actually mattered.

South Carolina's Dawn Staley reacts after tense exchange with UConn's Geno Auriemma
Geno Auriemma attempts to do damage control with apology in wake of classless behavior toward Dawn Staley
UConn's Geno Auriemma melts down as South Carolina ends Huskies' perfect season
The 'NCAA men's basketball champion head coaches since 2000' quiz
South Carolina Gamecocks News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / April 4
How Azzi Fudd’s Final Four Performance Impacts Her WNBA Draft Stock

How Azzi Fudd’s Final Four Performance Impacts Her WNBA Draft Stock

The UConn Huskies women's basketball team suffered an upset 62-48 defeat to the South Carolina Gamecocks in the Final Four of the 2026 NCAA Tournament on April 3.

College Basketball (W) News / Larry Brown Sports / April 4
Multiple journalists point out key problem with Geno Auriemma's apology

Multiple journalists point out key problem with Geno Auriemma's apology

UConn Huskies head coach Geno Auriemma issued an apology for his actions at the end of Friday’s Final Four game against South Carolina, but many noticed one thing was missing.

Geno Auriemma attempts to do damage control with apology in wake of classless behavior toward Dawn Staley
UConn's Geno Auriemma melts down as South Carolina ends Huskies' perfect season
South Carolina's Dawn Staley reacts after tense exchange with UConn's Geno Auriemma
Sideline video reveals Dawn Staley's message for Geno Auriemma after heated confrontation
The 'NCAA men's basketball champion head coaches since 2000' quiz
College Basketball (W) News / Yardbarker / April 4
Geno Auriemma apologizes for classless behavior toward Dawn Staley

Geno Auriemma attempts to do damage control with apology in wake of classless behavior toward Dawn Staley

Connecticut Huskies women's basketball coach Geno Auriemma is ready to make amends. 

Multiple journalists point out key problem with Auriemma's apology
South Carolina's Dawn Staley reacts after tense exchange with Auriemma
Sideline video reveals Staley's message for Auriemma after confrontation
Auriemma melts down as South Carolina ends Huskies' perfect season
Auriemma issues big Sarah Strong warning after UConn's Final Four loss
Women's Final Four winners, losers: UConn comes crashing down
UConn Superstar Azzi Fudd Shares Heartfelt Goodbye After Five Years

UConn Superstar Azzi Fudd Shares Heartfelt Goodbye After Five Years

Azzi Fudd’s decorated five-year career at UConn did not get its storybook finish. The superstar was emotional after the South Carolina Gamecocks ended the Huskies’ 54-game winning streak and their season.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / NCAA Basketball on ClutchPoints / March 30
Exclusive: How Agot Makeer has found her role amid South Carolina freshman season

Exclusive: How Agot Makeer has found her role amid South Carolina freshman season

South Carolina has been one the nation’s elite college basketball programs over the past decade. The Gamecocks are looking for their sixth Final Four appearance in as many seasons, behind a veteran core that includes senior guards Raven Johnson and Ta’Niya Latson and junior guard Tessa Johnson.

South Carolina Gamecocks News / New Baseball Media / March 21
SEC Coaching Carousel Starts as South Carolina Relieves Mainieri

SEC Coaching Carousel Starts as South Carolina Relieves Mainieri

The South Carolina Gamecocks made an in-season coaching change on March 21, just days into the team’s SEC schedule. Paul Mainieri, who was in his second season as head coach of the school after coming out of retirement, is done with the Gamecocks.

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