During the 2025 Garnet and Black Invitational, the South Carolina softball team dominated, starting the season 15-0, its best start in Gamecock softball history. Starting with a Friday night win against the Boston University Terriers, the Gamecocks won 9-1 in its eighth run rule victory of the season. The team carried the winning streak through Saturday in an 8-0 in run rule fashion in the first game of its doubleheader, besting the Terriers again. Saturday night, the Gamecocks defeated the Fordham Rams 9-1, making it the ninth run rule victory in a row for the Gamecocks and 10 total for the season. To close out the weekend, the Gamecocks extended its winning streak to 15 wins for the best record in Gamecock softball history with a 9-4 win over the UNLV Rebels on Sunday afternoon. The next South Carolina softball game is set for Tuesday as they take on the Charlotte 49ers in Charlotte, NC. The first pitch is set for 5 p.m. and the game will be broadcasted on ESPN+.

Analysis: South Carolina softball remains undefeated this season after going 4-0 in Garnet and Black Invitational

By Hunter Burkhalter , Brendan Dougherty and Jaydon Ford | Feb. 23

The South Carolina softball team keeps its undefeated streak alive with a 4-0 sweep this past weekend during the Garnet & Black Invitational.

The South Carolina Gamecocks bench gets hype after their teammate sophomore forward Collin Murray-Boyles gets an "and-one" called and heads to the free throw line to make a 3-point play during the Feb. 22, 2025 matchup against the Texas Longhorns.

Analysis: South Carolina men's basketball gets first SEC victory over Texas 84-69

By Jackson Regnier | Feb. 23

The South Carolina men's basketball team got into the win column in SEC play, defeating the Texas Longhorns 84-69 at Colonial Life Arena. Sophomore forward Collin Murray-Boyles led the way with 22 points, 10 rebounds and three blocks.

Graduate guard Bree Hall attempts a shot during the game against Arkansas at home in Colonial Life Arena on Feb. 20, 2025. Hall has been a key player for the Gamecocks this season.

No. 6 South Carolina women's basketball gets back on track against Arkansas in 95-55 victory

By Erin Quadrino | Feb. 21

The No. 6 South Carolina women's basketball team took care of the Arkansas Razorbacks 95-55 on Thursday night after losing two of its previous three games. The bench for the Gamecocks scored 51 of its 95 points.

Sophomore pitcher Aidan Trimper throws the ball during the game against Florida State University on Feb. 15, 2025. Trimper has pitched 4 strikeouts so far this season.

Club baseball recaps early season schedule, looks ahead to first region series against rival Clemson

By Sam Stroup | Feb. 19

USC's D1 club baseball team went 1-1 in a rain-shortened series against No. 3 Florida State over the weekend. The Gamecocks have one final non-conference series remaining before hosting in-state and conference rival Clemson next weekend.

Junior outfielder Nathan Hall listens to Coach Paul Mainieri’s pregame speech before the game against Queens on Feb 19. 2025 at Ray Tanner Field in Founders Park. The Gamecocks beat the Royals 7-2 with a total of 12 hits.

Analysis: South Carolina baseball picks up a pair of wins in midweek contests to remain undefeated

By Anaston Bell and Robert Hoskins | Feb. 19

The South Carolina baseball team picked up a pair of wins against the Winthrop Eagles and the Queens Royals to advance to 5-0 on the season. The Gamecocks outscored its opponents 12-5 in the two games.

FILE — Senior guard Jamarii Thomas dribbles the ball during the Gamecocks’ matchup against No. 13 Texas A&M at Colonial Life Arena on Feb. 1, 2025. The Gamecocks are 10-16 (0-13 SEC) on the season.

Analysis: South Carolina men’s basketball falls short to LSU 81-67

By Julia Tiernan | Feb. 19

The South Carolina men's basketball team fell to 0-13 in the SEC following Tuesday night's loss to the LSU Tigers.

South Carolina Gamecock softball defeated the University of North Carolina with a comeback win on Feb. 18, 2025 to maintain its perfect record. The now 11-0 Gamecocks tied a program record 12 walks to secure the run rule victory over the Tar Heels. The Gamecocks ended the game in six innings with a final score of 11-3. The offensive momentum was backed by two home runs from junior infielder Arianna Rodi and junior catcher Lexi Winters. South Carolina will look to increase its winning record as it prepares to play in the Garnet & Black Invitational beginning this Friday as it plays Boston University.

Analysis: No. 21 South Carolina softball comes-from-behind in win against North Carolina in the Battle of the Carolinas

By Genevieve Navare | Feb. 19

South Carolina softball took down North Carolina due to dominant pitching and timely offense to improve to 11-0. The Gamecock's 12 walks on the evening tied a program record.

NFL Draft Evaluation: What Raheim Sanders brings to the next level

By Genevieve Navare | Feb. 18

South Carolina running back Raheim Sanders brings power, vision and versatility to this year’s NFL Draft class. While his physicality stands out, questions remain about his top-end speed and pass protection.Raheim Sanders is a name to watch in the upcoming NFL Draft. The South Carolina running back boasts size, power and vision, making him a strong candidate for teams needing a physical presence in the backfield. However, questions about his top-end speed and pass protection remain.

FILE — Senior pitcher Matthew Becker throws a pitch during a game against Sacred Heart University on Feb. 15, 2025, at Founders Park. Becker threw for five innings, earning nine strikeouts and allowing only one hit.

South Carolina baseball pitching staff highlights weekend sweep of Sacred Heart

By Anaston Bell | Feb. 18

The South Carolina baseball team swept Sacred Heart to start the season. Pitching was the highlight over the weekend as the Gamecocks shut out its opponent twice this series.

FILE — Ray Tanner (far right) poses with family members during a ceremony to dedicate the field at Founders Park to Tanner before a game on Feb. 15, 2025. Tanner previously served as a baseball coach and athletic director for South Carolina, leading the baseball team to back-to-back National Championships as head coach.

South Carolina baseball field dedicated to former Gamecock baseball head coach Ray Tanner

By Tanyon Ziolkowski | Feb. 17

South Carolina baseball has renamed its ballpark to Ray Tanner Field. Tanner, a former head coach of the Gamecocks for 16 seasons, who led the program to back-to-back NCAA championships in 2010 and 2011.

The South Carolina Gamecocks are now 10-0 after sweeping the Cocky Invitational and the Carolina Classic. Five of the 10 wins have been by run rule with big help from all the new transfers. Pitching was dominant this weekend, with sophomore pitcherNealy Lamb having a shutout game, hitting a 70mph pitching. South Carolina next plays the North Carolina Tarheels at the Carolina Softball Stadium at Beckham Field on Feb. 19 at 6 p.m.

Analysis: South Carolina softball goes 5-0 in Carolina Classic to remain undefeated

By Hunter Burkhalter , Leonardo Hernandez , Will Miller and Sam Stroup | Feb. 16

The South Carolina softball team went 5-0 in the Carolina Classic to remain undefeated in year one of new head coach Ashley Chastain Woodard’s coaching. The Gamecocks won matchups against Georgia State, Miami (Ohio) and Appalachian State.

The South Carolina Gamecocks swept the Sacred Heart Pioneers 3-0 in their home opening series of the 2025 baseball season. The weekend marked the first games played under new head coach Paul Mainieri and featured a field dedication ceremony on Feb. 15 to former baseball coach and athletic director Ray Tanner. The Gamecocks will face Winthrop University (away) and Queens University (home) next, on Feb. 18 and Feb. 19 respectively.

Analysis: South Carolina baseball sweeps Sacred Heart to begin tenure of new head coach Paul Mainieri

By Anaston Bell , Jackson Regnier and Hudson Zadig | Feb. 16

The South Carolina baseball team swept the Sacred Heart Pioneers 3-0 over the weekend to begin the 2025 season. The Gamecocks pitched back-to-back shutouts in the final two games to earn the sweep.

The No. 4 University of South Carolina women's basketball team fell to the No. 7 University of Connecticut in a blowout 87-58 loss. South Carolina could not respond to UConn's offense and fell short for the first time at home since North Carolina State beat the Gamecocks 54-46 on Dec. 3, 2020. The Huskies ended the Gamecocks 71-game winning streak, which was the fourth longest in the history of NCAA Division I women's basketball. While not many, there were a few positives to note from the game. Sophomore guard MiLaysia Fulwiley had her 16th game with double digit points as well as freshman forward Joyce Edwards leading the team in scoring for the 12th time this season. South Carolina now falls to 23-3 on the season.

Analysis: No. 4 South Carolina loses 87-58 in blowout loss to No. 7 UConn, snaps 71-game home winning streak

By Jaydon Ford | Feb. 16

The No. 4 South Carolina women's basketball team fell 87-58 in a blowout loss against the No. 7 UConn Huskies. The Huskies out rebounded South Carolina 48-29, a significant reduction from the 42.9 the Gamecocks average per game.

FILE — Junior forward Chloe Kitts laughs with a teammate while getting back on defense during the matchup against the Auburn Tigers at the Colonial Life Arena on Feb. 2, 2025.

South Carolina women's basketball player Chloe Kitts making an impact on the court in her third season at South Carolina

By Hunter Burkhalter | Feb. 16

Chloe Kitts has been putting up high numbers on the team's statistical leaderboard. Kitts leads the team in rebounds and has upped her aggression to help put the Gamecock at 23-3 on the 2024-25 season.

FILE — Graduate forward Nick Pringle attempts to score a layup against Florida on Jan. 22, 2025, at Colonial Life Arena. The Gamecocks faced the Gators for a second time on Feb. 15 in Gainesville, Florida, losing 88-67.

Analysis: South Carolina men's basketball extends its losing streak after loss to No. 3 Florida

Feb. 16

The South Carolina men's basketball team fell to the No. 3 Florida Gators on Saturday night to lose its 12th straight game in conference play. A second half explosion from Florida pulled the game away from the Gamecocks despite the Gators missing two frontcourt players.

Freshman forward Joyce Edwards drives in to the paint to make a basket against Florida on Feb. 13, 2025, at Colonial Life Arena. Edwards ended the game with a career-high 28 points.

Analysis: No. 4 South Carolina women’s basketball defeats Florida, maintains home winning streak

By Reid Williams | Feb. 14

No. 4 South Carolina women's basketball returns to winning ways with 101-63 victory over Florida. Freshman forward Joyce Edwards finished the game with a career-high 28 points.

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