A dream weekend unfolded at Founders Park as 12-year-old Gabriel Lyons of Lexington stepped into the world of University of South Carolina baseball. Gabriel, who lives with autism, was given a behind-the-scenes experience with the Gamecocks, organized by Dream on 3 and its USC chapter consisting of student athletes. The weekend included a limo sendoff from his school, a meeting with former Gamecock outfielder Evan Stone, a tour of campus featuring Williams-Brice Stadium and a media-style photoshoot, culminating with Gabriel throwing out the ceremonial first pitch before South Carolina's series upset win over the University of Kentucky.
