Category: South Carolina Gamecocks

In a major move on the transfer portal, South Carolina has landed Treysen Eaglestaff, a 6-foot-6 guard from North Dakota. Ranked as a four-star transfer and the No. 26 player overall in the portal, according to On3, Eaglestaff is also the No. 6 combo guard in his class. His decision to choose the Gamecocks over prestigious programs like Kansas, Kentucky, and Gonzaga speaks volumes about his value on the market.

Last season, Eaglestaff delivered impressive numbers, averaging 18.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists. He shot 41.6% from the field, 35.9% from beyond the arc, and 79.4% from the free-throw line. He made headlines with a 40-point performance against No. 6 Alabama, draining eight three-pointers, and followed that up with a jaw-dropping 51-point effort in the Summit League tournament. His ability to score in all aspects of the game makes him an immediate asset for South Carolina.

The Gamecocks were in dire need of a backcourt boost, and Eaglestaff seems poised to provide that. Guard play was a notable weakness for South Carolina last season, and the team lacked a true playmaker. With Eaglestaff’s proven scoring ability, he’s expected to step in and make a significant impact right away.

But the Gamecocks might not be done yet. There’s growing speculation that Meechie Johnson Jr., a former South Carolina and Ohio State guard, could return to Columbia. Johnson, who originally transferred from Ohio State to South Carolina, became an All-SEC guard and played a key role in leading the team to the NCAA Tournament. After returning to Ohio State last season, he averaged 9.1 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 2.7 assists before stepping away mid-season for mental health reasons.

If Johnson comes back to South Carolina, he’ll join Eaglestaff and highly regarded freshman Eli Ellis, forming one of the most exciting backcourt tandems in the SEC next season.

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South Carolina secures commitment from standout transfer guard Treysen Eaglestaff

In breaking news, Treysen Eaglestaff, the standout transfer from North Dakota, has officially committed to South Carolina, according to his agent, George Langberg, who spoke with On3.

Standing at 6-foot-6, the junior from Bismarck, North Dakota, visited the Gamecocks just this past weekend. Eaglestaff ultimately chose Lamont Paris and his coaching staff over a list of high-profile programs, including Kansas, Kentucky, Gonzaga, and Iowa.

Eaglestaff had an impressive season, ranking among the nation’s top scorers. He averaged 18.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game. Notably, he dropped a stunning 40 points against Alabama back in December and followed that up with a jaw-dropping 51-point performance against South Dakota State earlier this month.

This commitment is a major win for South Carolina, injecting new optimism into Columbia for the upcoming season. The Gamecocks, who finished at the bottom of the SEC standings this year with a 2-16 conference record, will surely hope that Eaglestaff’s talent can help turn things around.

For the latest updates on the transfer portal and player moves, be sure to follow On3’s Transfer Portal Wire and stay connected with their Instagram and Twitter accounts

South Carolina has secured its fifth consecutive trip to the Final Four after narrowly edging past Duke to claim the Birmingham Regional 2 title!

At this point, for Gamecocks fans, it’s becoming a familiar sensation. Under the leadership of head coach Dawn Staley, South Carolina’s women’s basketball program has solidified its place as a powerhouse. This marks the defending NCAA tournament champions’ seventh trip to the national semifinal since Staley took the helm in 2008.

But don’t let the dominance fool you — Duke put up an intense fight in the Elite Eight. The Blue Devils even held a four-point lead heading into the final quarter, thanks to a stellar performance from freshman forward Toby Fournier, who almost pushed Staley and her squad to face a rare March setback.

When did South Carolina last lose in March Madness?

Speaking of rare losses, the last time South Carolina was defeated in March Madness was on March 31, 2023, at the hands of an Iowa team led by Caitlin Clark, a two-time AP Player of the Year and current WNBA standout. The Gamecocks fell short in a tough 77-73 loss. Since then, however, South Carolina has strung together 10 straight March Madness victories, with a major revenge win over Iowa the very next season, clinching the 2024 championship in an 87-75 victory.

Despite Staley’s impressive run, South Carolina’s sustained success isn’t entirely unprecedented. UConn dominated the tournament from 2013 to 2017, winning 24 consecutive games and securing the first four-peat in women’s basketball history. The Huskies have also captured multiple back-to-back titles, so the Gamecocks still have some catching up to do.

However, the inevitable happens — the mighty will fall. It’s rare, but it happens. UConn experienced this on the men’s side this year, with Dan Hurley’s decorated team being knocked out in the Round of 32 by Florida.

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South Carolina secures commitment from standout transfer guard Treysen Eaglestaff

In breaking news, Treysen Eaglestaff, the standout transfer from North Dakota, has officially committed to South Carolina, according to his agent, George Langberg, who spoke with On3.

Standing at 6-foot-6, the junior from Bismarck, North Dakota, visited the Gamecocks just this past weekend. Eaglestaff ultimately chose Lamont Paris and his coaching staff over a list of high-profile programs, including Kansas, Kentucky, Gonzaga, and Iowa.

Eaglestaff had an impressive season, ranking among the nation’s top scorers. He averaged 18.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game. Notably, he dropped a stunning 40 points against Alabama back in December and followed that up with a jaw-dropping 51-point performance against South Dakota State earlier this month.

This commitment is a major win for South Carolina, injecting new optimism into Columbia for the upcoming season. The Gamecocks, who finished at the bottom of the SEC standings this year with a 2-16 conference record, will surely hope that Eaglestaff’s talent can help turn things around.

For the latest updates on the transfer portal and player moves, be sure to follow On3’s Transfer Portal Wire and stay connected with their Instagram and Twitter accounts.

Live from Baton Rouge, Louisiana, I’m reporting on South Carolina Softball’s remarkable rebound after a five-game losing streak following their perfect 20-0 start. The Gamecocks, under Coach Ashley Chastain Woodard, have fought back impressively, taking three series against top-15 teams and defeating rival Clemson Tigers midweek. And this weekend, they stunned the nation, taking down the No. 3 team, LSU Tigers, in a thrilling top-10 matchup.

Let me walk you through how this weekend unfolded.

Game One

Friday night’s opener was a tough one for South Carolina, as the team suffered an 11-3 loss. This was their first run-rule defeat of the season. Nealy Lamb, Jori Heard, and Kadie Becker all took the mound but couldn’t stop the LSU Tigers‘ scorching offense. LSU racked up nine hits and capitalized on seven walks, consistently reaching base in nearly every inning. On offense, the Gamecocks couldn’t find their rhythm, recording no extra-base hits – a rare occurrence for a team ranked third in the nation for doubles – and only one walk.

After such a tough start, it didn’t leave much room for optimism, but Mother Nature intervened with bad weather, pushing game two to Sunday as part of a double-header. This gave the Gamecocks an extra day to reset and regroup mentally.

Game Two

The second game wasn’t the cleanest of performances, but the Gamecocks emerged victorious with a 5-3 win. USC jumped to a 1-0 lead, thanks to a two-error inning by LSU. Sam Gress took the mound, showing resilience as she battled her control but managed to limit the Tigers to just three runs on 10 baserunners.

In the seventh, Quincee Lilio and Karley Shelton smacked back-to-back doubles, and Ella Chancey followed up with a clutch single to push USC back ahead. LSU tied the game in the bottom of the seventh, but South Carolina wasn’t done. In the eighth, they scored two more runs with only two singles, and Gress returned to the circle in the bottom half to close it out, earning the complete-game victory.

Game Three

The Gamecocks, riding high from their extra-innings win, sealed the series with a dominant 4-1 victory. Jori Heard redeemed herself from Friday’s struggles with a stellar six-inning performance, allowing just one earned run and six baserunners. Sam Gress came in for the final inning to clinch the win.

Despite striking out 10 times, the Gamecocks had solid plate discipline, working five walks. Big hits came from Arianna Rodi, who delivered a crucial double, and Mya Flindt, who launched a home run. These extra-base hits provided much-needed insurance, as Chloe Lackey, Rodi’s pinch runner, and Flindt crossed the plate for the third and fourth runs, respectively. With solid pitching from Heard and Gress, those runs proved to be more than enough.

Next Up

Next week, the Gamecocks return home for a mid-week matchup against the Wofford Terriers on Tuesday at Beckham Field at 6:00 p.m. (streamed on SEC Network+). Then, they’ll face another tough challenge with a weekend series against the Ole Miss Rebels, a top-20 team that may climb even higher after their series win over Missouri.

Here’s the weekend schedule for the Ole Miss series:

• Game 1: Friday, April 3rd at 6:00 p.m. (streamed on SEC Network+)
• Game 2: Saturday, April 4th at Noon (broadcast on SEC Network, streamed on ESPN app)
• Game 3: Sunday, April 5th at 3:00 p.m. (broadcast on SEC Network, streamed on ESPN app)

Stay tuned for more updates on South Carolina Softball!

LIVE REPORT: South Carolina Gamecocks Await Opponent in Final Four of NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament

The South Carolina Gamecocks have officially secured their spot in the Final Four of the NCAA Women’s Basketball Tournament, but the question remains: who will they face in the next round? Tonight, the Texas Longhorns and TCU Horned Frogs will square off at 7 PM ET, and the winner will go on to challenge South Carolina in the Final Four.

When it comes to familiarity, South Carolina might feel more at ease facing Texas, with whom they’ve had a solid history this season. The Gamecocks and Longhorns have already met three times this year, with South Carolina holding a 2-1 edge. South Carolina won the first meeting, Texas bounced back with a win, but the Gamecocks came out on top in the SEC Championship, securing a 19-point victory.

On the other hand, TCU has certainly been making waves on their path to the Elite Eight. In their previous two matchups, they stunned No. 7 Louisville and No. 3 Notre Dame, bringing their impressive season record to 34-3. The Horned Frogs are led by Hailey Van Lith, who has been pivotal, averaging 17.9 points per game.

No matter who South Carolina ends up facing, it’s clear the Gamecocks will be up against a formidable opponent. The question now is whether they’d prefer to meet Texas for a fourth time or challenge TCU, a team they’ve yet to face. Ultimately, though, the decision is out of South Carolina’s hands—it all depends on tonight’s outcome. Stay tuned for the big matchup!

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South Carolina secures commitment from standout transfer guard Treysen Eaglestaff

In breaking news, Treysen Eaglestaff, the standout transfer from North Dakota, has officially committed to South Carolina, according to his agent, George Langberg, who spoke with On3.

Standing at 6-foot-6, the junior from Bismarck, North Dakota, visited the Gamecocks just this past weekend. Eaglestaff ultimately chose Lamont Paris and his coaching staff over a list of high-profile programs, including Kansas, Kentucky, Gonzaga, and Iowa.

Eaglestaff had an impressive season, ranking among the nation’s top scorers. He averaged 18.9 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game. Notably, he dropped a stunning 40 points against Alabama back in December and followed that up with a jaw-dropping 51-point performance against South Dakota State earlier this month.

This commitment is a major win for South Carolina, injecting new optimism into Columbia for the upcoming season. The Gamecocks, who finished at the bottom of the SEC standings this year with a 2-16 conference record, will surely hope that Eaglestaff’s talent can help turn things around.

For the latest updates on the transfer portal and player moves, be sure to follow On3’s Transfer Portal Wire and stay connected with their Instagram and Twitter accounts.

South Carolina Basketball Coach Lamont Paris Lands Two Major Transfers, Eyes More Talent

This weekend, South Carolina basketball coach Lamont Paris made major strides in bolstering his roster, securing commitments from two highly regarded transfer portal prospects. The first came on Saturday when 4-star center Christ Essandoko announced he would be joining the Gamecocks. Then, just a day later, Treysen Eaglestaff, a 4-star wing, revealed he would be making his move to USC as well.

But Paris and the Gamecocks aren’t stopping there. South Carolina is expected to remain active in the transfer portal, with recent attention turning to sharpshooting guard Justin Bailey, according to The Portal Report. The former USC-Upstate Spartan and Wofford Terrier had a standout junior season and entered the transfer portal this week. However, the Gamecocks aren’t the only team pursuing Bailey; both Clemson and Georgia have also reached out to the talented guard.

Bailey, a Palmetto State native, first made a name for himself as a member of the Big South All-Freshman Team during his time at USC-Upstate. He also came close to leading the Southern Conference in 3-point shooting percentage this season, though he didn’t qualify due to insufficient attempts.

At Wofford, Bailey averaged 9.6 points per game while shooting an impressive 45.6% from beyond the arc on 125 attempts. The 6-3 guard also contributed 3.5 rebounds and 1.2 steals per game. Despite lacking elite size or athleticism, Bailey proved effective around the rim, converting about 57% of his attempts near the basket.

This season, South Carolina struggled with shooting, particularly from deep, averaging under seven 3-pointers made per game at a 31.6% clip. Bailey’s efficient shooting from the outside makes him a prime target for the Gamecocks as Paris looks to improve the team’s perimeter game. With one year of eligibility left, Bailey could provide a much-needed spark for the Gamecocks next season.

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‘Zyon Guiles’ Chooses South Carolina, Boosting Gamecocks’ 2026 Recruiting Class

Shane Beamer and the South Carolina Gamecocks have just landed a key commitment for their 2026 recruiting class with the addition of Zyon Guiles, a four-star offensive lineman. Guiles made his decision official last Tuesday, pledging his future to the Gamecocks.

Ranked as the 157th best player in the nation, the 14th best offensive tackle, and the third best player in South Carolina, Guiles is a significant pickup for the program. His commitment comes after heavy interest from top programs like Auburn, Clemson, Florida, and Georgia. However, with his official pledge now in place, it’s possible that his previously scheduled official visits to those schools will be called off.

Guiles becomes the second offensive lineman to commit to South Carolina for the 2026 class, bolstering the Gamecocks’ depth at a crucial position. With Guiles on board, Coach Beamer will now turn his attention to further enhancing the offensive line through this recruiting cycle.

As South Carolina continues to add high-caliber talent, the future of the program at Williams-Brice Stadium is looking more promising with each passing day.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. – South Carolina’s seniors Sania Feagin and Bree Hall have now secured a spot in their fourth consecutive Final Four after a hard-fought Elite Eight victory over Duke. Reflecting on their journey, Feagin was confident when asked if she ever imagined this success when she first committed to Dawn Staley four years ago.

“Yes, I did,” Feagin responded without hesitation.

Hall, on the other hand, had a different perspective on her involvement in this historic South Carolina era.

“I really can’t believe it,” Hall admitted. “When I committed here, I didn’t really expect it to be this good. This is definitely an experience that people dream about, and I’m just really glad I made the right choice.”

Supporting them throughout this remarkable run is Raven Johnson, a junior guard who redshirted during her freshman year. Feagin and Hall still have one more year of eligibility left, though they have not yet revealed if they intend to return to South Carolina for another season.

However, that decision is something for later. Right now, the Gamecocks are laser-focused on their upcoming Final Four appearance, determined to extend their dominance even further.

“We’re not done,” Johnson declared. “We can set history winning a national championship, and that’s the plan. We all know what it takes, and we know it’s not gonna be easy.”

And if the past few games are any indication, the road ahead will definitely not be a smooth one.

In a tense battle, South Carolina, the No. 1 seed, edged out Duke, the No. 2 seed, with a 54-50 win, despite posting a season-low score and committing 16 turnovers. The game was a nail-biter, with four lead changes and four ties. In the crucial fourth quarter, both Feagin and Hall grabbed three critical rebounds to help secure the victory.

“The margin of error is very little,” Johnson explained. “A missed shot can turn the momentum of the game to the other team.”

This victory marks the third straight intense contest for the Gamecocks. They found themselves trailing at halftime in previous matchups against No. 9 Indiana in the second round and No. 4 Maryland in the Sweet 16. Before Sunday’s game, South Carolina had been dominant, winning 33 games with an average margin of victory of 22.9 points.

“I don’t know why everybody expects us to just blow everybody out,” Hall remarked. “These teams are coming to play. It’s not gonna be easy, every team is gonna be ready for us.”

As the Gamecocks head into their familiar Final Four setting, they bring a wealth of experience and a single goal in mind: victory.

Olivia Noni is a student in the University of Georgia’s Sports Media Certificate program.