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Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images | Jeff Blake-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>South Carolina 2027 commit transferring from Georgia to DMV high school powerhouse</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/south-carolina-2027-commit-transferring-from-georgia-to-dmv-high-school-powerhouse-01kprd6p2df3?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kprd6p2df3</guid><description>One of the Gamecocks&#39; 2027 members is on the move. </description><pubDate>Tue, 21 Apr 2026 16:22:59 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5696,h_3204,x_0,y_62/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kprdgabep8kvrmm3qv.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer leads his team onto the field before their game against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images | Jeff Blake-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>In honor of Steve Spurrier&#39;s 80th birthday, let&#39;s relive some of his greatest quotes</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/in-honor-of-steve-spurrier-s-80th-birthday-let-s-relive-some-of-his-greatest-quotes-01kpp6py4mvp?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpp6py4mvp</guid><description>The Head Ball Coach had some unforgettable one-liners. </description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:55:34 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2935,h_1650,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kpp707v35yetw124ax.jpg" caption="Aug 28, 2014; Columbia, SC, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Steve Spurrier watches a replay during the second quarter against the Texas A&amp;M Aggies at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Brevard-Imagn Images | Jeremy Brevard-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>AFC team selects both Brandon Cisse and Jalon Kilgore in ESPN&#39;s latest mock draft</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/afc-team-selects-both-brandon-cisse-and-jalon-kilgore-in-espn-s-latest-mock-draft-01kpnwrxgd5k?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpnwrxgd5k</guid><description>Could two South Carolina teammates end up on the same roster later this week? </description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:58:27 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5184,h_2916,x_0,y_85/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kpnwy4pybafb3akknn.jpg" caption="Nov 1, 2025; Oxford, Mississippi, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks defensive back Jalon Kilgore (24) intercepts a pass intended for Mississippi Rebels wide receiver Winston Watkins (17) during the second quarter at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images | Petre Thomas-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Former South Carolina football player Trick Williams wins WrestleMania title in debut</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/former-south-carolina-football-player-trick-williams-wins-wrestlemania-title-in-debut-01kpnnw4vse5?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpnnw4vse5</guid><description>The former Gamecock wideout walked on to South Carolina in 2014. </description><pubDate>Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:58:04 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2048,h_1152,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kpnp3tvpxpqshy5bcg.jpg" caption="Trick Williams poses on the turnbuckle before a match during the WWE Road to WrestleMania show, Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, in United Supermarkets Arena at Lubbock. | Nathan Giese/Avalanche-Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>South Carolina wins its fourth national championship in equestrian </title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/south-carolina-wins-its-fourth-national-championship-in-equestrian-01kpkrf4zb6y?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpkrf4zb6y</guid><description>The Gamecocks needed a tiebreaker to get past No. 2 Texas A&amp;M. </description><pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 21:02:05 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_7730,h_4348,x_419,y_1047/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kpkrmqhf2nfzcad8hk.jpg" caption="Apr 7, 2024; Cleveland, OH, USA; General view of video board signage after the South Carolina Gamecocks defeated the Iowa Hawkeyes in the finals of the Final Four of the womens 2024 NCAA Tournament at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Aliyah Boston becomes WNBA&#39;s highest-paid player with new record-breaking Fever deal</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/aliyah-boston-becomes-wnba-s-highest-paid-player-with-new-record-breaking-fever-deal-01kpeqat3ar6?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpeqat3ar6</guid><description>The news comes just a couple days after A&#39;ja Wilson signed a new historic deal. </description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 22:11:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4489,h_2525,x_0,y_183/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kpeqernzr75bbxmtcr.jpg" caption="Sep 28, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) celebrates a made basket in the second half during game four against the Las Vegas Aces of the second round for the 2025 WNBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images | Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Big-time South Carolina transfer target withdraws from portal, opts to stay put </title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/big-time-south-carolina-transfer-target-withdraws-from-portal-opts-to-stay-put-01kpe3edzzs6?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpe3edzzs6</guid><description>The Gamecocks reportedly hosted her for a visit last week. </description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:19:15 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_4187,h_2355,x_0,y_109/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kpe3fzh8ewjd6n54jc.jpg" caption="Mar 28, 2026; Sacramento, CA, USA; Virginia Cavaliers guard Kymora Johnson (21) pushes the ball up the court during the second quarter of the game against the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs in the Sweet Sixteen game of the Sacramento Regional 4 of the women&#39;s 2026 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images | Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Dawn Staley, South Carolina land star guard from the transfer portal via an SEC rival</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/dawn-staley-south-carolina-land-star-guard-from-the-transfer-portal-via-an-sec-rival-01kpct23qf9d?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpct23qf9d</guid><description>The Gamecocks landed their first 2026 player via the portal on Thursday evening. </description><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 04:21:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5484,h_3084,x_0,y_85/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kpct4k516m5d4efx78.jpg" caption="South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Dawn Staley speaks to the media from Mortgage Matchup Center on April 4, 2026. | Joe Rondone/The Republic / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>WWE star Trick Williams reveals how he walked on for Steve Spurrier, South Carolina</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/wwe-star-trick-williams-reveals-how-he-walked-on-for-steve-spurrier-south-carolina-01kpbyhpksch?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpbyhpksch</guid><description>The former Gamecock receiver Matrick Belton has found a new home in wrestling.  </description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:23:56 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2048,h_1152,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kpbyq2576z740y62m2.jpg" caption="Trick Williams poses on the turnbuckle before a match during the WWE Road to WrestleMania show, Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026, in United Supermarkets Arena at Lubbock. | Nathan Giese/Avalanche-Journal / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>2026 NFL mock drafts: Will Brandon Cisse give South Carolina a first-round pick?</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/2026-nfl-mock-drafts-will-brandon-cisse-give-south-carolina-a-first-round-pick-01kpbgfjj7np?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kpbgfjj7np</guid><description>A look at the latest mock drafts for South Carolina&#39;s draft-eligible stars. </description><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 16:10:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_6000,h_3375,x_0,y_63/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kpbgjv8vja93j6d71z.jpg" caption="January 7, 2026; The 2026 NFL Draft logo is displayed atop the NFL Draft countdown clock. | Ethan Morrison / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>A&#39;ja Wilson reportedly becomes highest-paid player in WNBA history with new contract</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/a-ja-wilson-reportedly-becomes-highest-paid-player-in-wnba-history-with-new-contract-01kp9ef41jjz?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp9ef41jjz</guid><description>The former Gamecock star signed a new deal on Wednesday. </description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:59:25 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2280,h_1282,x_0,y_79/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kp9ekc567fmbz7z33t.jpg" caption="Oct 17, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Las Vegas Aces center A&#39;Ja Wilson (22) celebrates during the 2025 WNBA Championship parade at Toshiba Plaza. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images | Stephen R. Sylvanie-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Shane Beamer reveals biggest takeaway he saw from LaNorris Sellers during spring ball</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/shane-beamer-reveals-biggest-takeaway-he-saw-from-lanorris-sellers-during-spring-ball-01kp971skakb?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp971skakb</guid><description>The Gamecocks redshirt junior wrapped  up his spring season in Columbia. </description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:44:12 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3126,h_1758,x_0,y_62/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kp9749qptqs23k5neb.jpg" caption="Nov 29, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback Lanorris Sellers (16) passes against the Clemson Tigers in the third quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images | Jeff Blake-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Top transfer-portal targets for Dawn Staley, South Carolina and where they stand </title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/top-transfer-portal-targets-for-dawn-staley-south-carolina-and-where-they-stand-01kp923r8d90?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp923r8d90</guid><description>The Gamecocks are busy on the recruiting trail. </description><pubDate>Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:29:19 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_2400,h_1350,x_0,y_46/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kp92byta7he1vcgbmw.jpg" caption="South Carolina Coach Dawn Staley talks with players in a break from playing Clemson during the second quarter at Littlejohn Coliseum Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 in Clemson, SC. | Ken Ruinard / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>4-star South Carolina running back prospect has Gamecocks in final top schools</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/4-star-south-carolina-running-back-prospect-has-gamecocks-in-final-top-schools-01kp6pgggymd?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp6pgggymd</guid><description>Shane Beamer could be closing in on a big-time running back. </description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:19:16 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_5753,h_3236,x_0,y_0/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kp6pjas3faay7ykvds.jpg" caption="Nov 22, 2025; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer reacts to a play against the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers in the second half at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images | Jeff Blake-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Ta&#39;Niya Latson LA Sparks rookie contract details: How much will she earn in 2026?</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/ta-niya-latson-la-sparks-rookie-contract-details-how-much-will-she-earn-in-2026-01kp6hvwrw4m?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp6hvwrw4m</guid><description>The Sparks selected the former South Carolina star early in the second round. </description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 17:54:36 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3170,h_1783,x_0,y_114/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kp6hxr2mee3sn2b25s.jpg" caption="Apr 13, 2026; New York, NY, USA;  WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert (left) poses for photos with Ta&#39;Niya Latson who was selected twentieth overall by the Los Angeles Sparks during the 2026 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>Madina Okot Atlanta Dream rookie contract details: How much will she earn in 2026?</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/madina-okot-atlanta-dream-rookie-contract-details-how-much-will-she-earn-in-2026-01kp6ehpkxv1?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp6ehpkxv1</guid><description>The former South Carolina star&#39;s name was called in the first round of the WNBA Draft.</description><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:58:17 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3200,h_1800,x_0,y_69/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kp6emb91y1s3jkxxnj.jpg" caption="Apr 13, 2026; New York, NY, USA;  WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert (left) poses for photos with Madina Okot who was selected thirteenth overall by the Atlanta Dream during the 2026 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards. 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Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images | Brad Penner-Imagn Images"></media:thumbnail><flatplan:sponsor></flatplan:sponsor><flatplan:author name="Morgan Moriarty"></flatplan:author></item><item><title>2026 WNBA Draft outfits: Raven Johnson, Ta&#39;Niya Latson and Madina Okot serve fire fits</title><link>https://garnetandcocky.com/2026-wnba-draft-outfits-raven-johnson-ta-niya-latson-and-madina-okot-serve-fire-fits-01kp4hbxvqya?utm_source=RSS</link><author>Morgan Moriarty</author><guid isPermaLink="false">01kp4hbxvqya</guid><description>The trio of Gamecock stars hit the WNBA&#39;s orange carpet in style.</description><pubDate>Mon, 13 Apr 2026 23:17:51 +0000</pubDate><language>en</language><media:thumbnail url="https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_crop,w_3200,h_1800,x_0,y_398/c_fill,w_2880,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/images/ImagnImages/mmsport/244/01kp4hfmv16x5swk3sfj.jpg" caption="Apr 13, 2026; New York, NY, USA; Raven Johnson poses for a photo on the orange carpet before the 2026 WNBA Draft at The Shed at Hudson Yards. 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