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PHOTOS: South Carolina loses in final game to LSU Tigers

South Carolina held a doubleheader in a three-game series against LSU on Monday, March 13, 2023. The Gamecocks beat the Tigers 4-2 in the first game of the day, but the Tigers came back in the second match, beating them 5-1 due to a couple fielding errors during the second half of the game. The Gamecocks lost the series to LSU after only winning one out of three games in the series. 

PHOTOS: Gamecocks beat Clemson Tigers in Rivalry Series Finale

South Carolina and Clemson finished off their three-game series at Founders Park on March 5, 2023. The Gamecocks came up strong with three home runs by the fifth inning from senior infielder Braylen Wimmer, sophomore catcher Talmadge LeCroy and junior outfielder Caleb Denny. The Gamecocks beat the Tigers 7-1, allowing the team to win the series 2-1 and putting it at 11-1 for the season.

PHOTOS: Gamecocks defeat Georgia 61-55

The Gamecock men's basketball team ended its regular season by defeating the Georgia Bulldogs 61-55 at Colonial Life Arena on March 4, 2023. South Carolina is 11-20 overall heading into SEC Tournament play next week in Nashville, Tennessee.

PHOTOS: Gamecocks Softball takes on Stetson and UNC Chapel Hill

The Gamecocks took on Stetson on Feb. 28, 2023, and North Carolina on March 1, 2023. The team lost 4-3 to the Hatters but claimed a 9-1 win over the Tar Heels, giving the Gamecocks a 15-2 record so far this season. The win against UNC marks head coach Beverly Smith's 400th career win with the Gamecocks.  Photos by: Sarah Murphy, Emma Wyatt and Zoe Orechwa

PHOTOS: Gamecock baseball remains undefeated after sweeping UPenn

The University of South Carolina upheld a winning streak against the University of Pennsylvania during a three-game series starting on Feb. 24, 2023, at Founders Park. The No. 23 Gamecocks started the weekend strong and never looked back, finishing 7-4 on Friday, 1-0 on Saturday and 6-5 on Sunday.

PHOTOS: Outdoor spaces around Columbia to study

When classes and schoolwork start to pile up, sometimes dedicating a couple hours to studying outside can brighten your day.  Here are a few outdoor spaces around campus where you can look to study on a sunny day.

PHOTOS: Club sports athletes foster mental health through community

Many students at the University of South Carolina participate in club sports to help alleviate stress from school, work and the extra burdens that come in life. These athletes typically have two two-hour practices a week with a game during the weekend. Gamecock club rugby and women's club volleyball and Gamecocks' club men's lacrosse are some amongst the many clubs where Gamecock athletes can find their teammates to be reliable source when it comes to handling difficult topics.

PHOTOS: "Love in the Time of the Fentanyl" documentary screens at Nickelodeon Theatre

The Nickelodeon Theatre held an early showing of "Love in the Time of Fentanyl" on Feb. 25, 2023. The documentary created as a segment of PBS 'Indie Lens Pop-Up' docuseries covers Ronnie Grigg and other staff members at an Overdose Prevention Service office in Vancouver, Canada as they work with members of the community dealing with the ever-worsening fentanyl epidemic while showing the human element of those struggling with addiction. The film was followed by a Q&A panel consisting of medical experts and harm reduction specialists from around South Carolina and training on how to properly administer Narcan in case of an overdose. 

PHOTOS: Therapeutic tunes

Music is considered a universal language — not only for entertainment but for therapeutic purposes as well. The service is on the rise and is tailored to everyone, no matter their musical experience. Students in USC’s School of Music’s commercial music ensemble class said they have found comfort in performing and playing music as an outlet for creative therapy.

PHOTOS: Gamecocks win SEC regular season title in victory over the Georgia Bulldogs

South Carolina women's basketball team claimed the SEC regular season championship following its 73-63 victory over the Georgia Bulldogs at Colonial Life Arena on Feb. 26, 2023. The Gamecocks remain undefeated heading into the SEC tournament next week in Greenville, South Carolina.

PHOTOS: Crystals serve as mental health outlet

For some members of the Columbia community, crystals have become a new tool to improving mental health. One shop, The Healing Bar, and its owner affirm that crystals and metaphysics serve as an emotional outlet and tool for improving mental health.

Photos: USC Diversity Orgs Host 'Being Black in the Workspace'

Alpha Kappa Psi, in collaboration with the Black Business Association and the Office of Diversity and Inclusion at the Darla Moore School of Business, hosted the "Being Black in the Workspace" event in the Russell House Ballroom on Feb. 20, 2023. Panelists from the organizations spoke on the challenges and biases that minorities face in the workplace, and the importance of incorporating diversity. Photos by: Dylan McCants

PHOTOS: South Carolina finishes out Carolina Classic with a clean sweep

The Gamecock softball team winded up the weekend winning the last three games of the Carolina Classic, beating George Washington, Western Kentucky and Campbell. The Gamecocks had the largest lead against Western Kentucky, with sophomore outfielder Marissa Gonzalez hitting a grand slam and fifth-year outfielder Haley Simpson hitting an additional home run in the second inning. South Carolina found itself struggling to make much headway against Campbell, only beating it 2-1.

PHOTOS: Gamecock baseball defeats UMass Lowell in season-opening series

The South Carolina baseball team swept its season-opening series against UMass Lowell on Feb. 17, 18 and 19, 2023 at Founders Park. The Gamecocks outscored the River Hawks by a combined 49-5 score over the three games.

PHOTOS: Free marijuana information

South Carolina NORML held a protest for reforming the state's cannabis laws on Feb. 17, 2023. The protest was held outside of the South Carolina Statehouse. where parodies of famous songs and calls of "free marijuana information" could be heard.

Photos: Gamecocks improve shooting game in win against Florida Gators

The Gamecocks beat the Florida Gators for the 15th consecutive time on Feb. 16, 2023. The Gamecocks came into the game strong, with senior guard Zia Cooke scoring 22 points and senior guard Brea Beal scoring 14 points. South Carolina improved its shooting game since last week's match against LSU, scoring 47.1% of its 3-point attempts and 50% of its field goal attempts. The Gamecocks beat the Gators 87-56.

PHOTOS: Gamecocks Softball Starts off Home Slate with Six-Inning Win Against the College of Charleston

The South Carolina softball team started it's home slate off with a 8-0, six-inning win against the College of Charleston at Carolina Softball Stadium at Beckham Field on Feb. 15, 2023. The Gamecocks had an aggressive offense and an ironclad defense, only allowing the Cougars three hits in the entire game. The Gamecocks move on to play East Tennessee State on Feb. 16, 2023. 

PHOTOS: Equestrian seniors reflect on their time as Gamecocks

PHOTOS: Gamecocks beat Tigers 88-64 to remain undefeated

The South Carolina women's basketball team dominated LSU on Feb. 12, 2023, winning 88-64. This victory is the 25th of the season for the Gamecocks and the first loss of the season for the Tigers. The Gamecocks are the only team to remain undefeated in the NCAA for women's basketball. 

PHOTOS: Gamecocks take record 30th consecutive win against Auburn Tigers

The South Carolina women's basketball team took on the Auburn Tigers on Feb. 9, 2023, beating them 83-48. This improves the Gamecocks to a 24-0 record overall and 11-0 in the SEC. The win also made program history, setting a program record with the first 30-game win streak in program history. The Gamecocks will return home and play No. 3 LSU on Feb. 12, 2023.