Locked On Gamecocks - Daily Podcast On South Carolina Gamecocks Football & Basketball

Dawn Staley and South Carolina take on Kim Mulkey, Flau'Jae Johnson, and LSU in the Semifinals of the SEC Women's Basketball Tournament. Chris Marler is joined by Matthew Brune of On3 and Cory Diaz of the Daily Advertiser to preview the game. Who are the X Factors, what has changed since their meeting in February, AND score predictions for the game. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @verndumbquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

South Carolina got a HUGE 23 point win over Kentucky on Friday in the SEC Women's Tournament. We talk about the big win and get an early look at the Semifinal showdown against LSU. South Carolina football just landed a massive commitment from JUCO offensive lineman Ashton Mozone, a huge addition at a position that desperately needed depth heading into spring practice. With multiple starting offensive linemen dealing with injuries, Mozone could immediately become an important piece of the rotation. We break down: • What Ashton Mozone brings to the offensive line • How quickly he could factor into the two-deep during spring practice • Why this commitment was so important for South Carolina’s offensive line depth • How the Gamecocks are navigating injuries up front It’s a big day for South Carolina athletics with SEC Tournament momentum and a major recruiting win on the football side. Subscribe for more South Carolina Gamecocks news, recruiting updates, SEC basketball coverage, and college football analysis. #SouthCarolina #Gamecocks #SECTournament #KentuckyBasketball #LSUBasketball #GamecockFootball #CollegeBasketball #SEC #CollegeFootball #ShaneBeamer Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Florida Gators dominate SEC basketball with a staggering 10-game win streak, but are they the only squad poised for a Final Four run? The SEC Squad debates which SEC teams—including Arkansas under Calipari, Alabama’s high-octane offense, and Tennessee’s trademark defense—can make postseason noise. Can dark horses like Missouri or Kentucky shake up the tournament brackets, and what wild seeding scenarios might set the stage for upsets? Shifting to college football’s future, the panel tackles conference revenue battles, NIL incentives, and the brewing conversation around SEC and Big Ten “breakaway” power. Spirited discussions about college sports’ most iconic personalities—Lou Holtz, Keith Jackson, and the legendary GameDay crew—highlight what makes SEC culture unique. From postseason basketball chaos to SEC Nation nostalgia, this jam-packed episode is a must for die-hard fans. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

South Carolina football officially kicked off spring practice, and all eyes were on quarterback LaNorris Sellers as the Gamecocks begin a new era on offense under offensive coordinator Kendal Briles. Early reports from practice suggest Sellers looked comfortable, confident, and explosive in his first showing running Briles’ system. In today’s video, we break down how LaNorris Sellers performed on Day 1 of spring practice, why the Kendal Briles offense could unlock a new level of production for the Gamecocks in 2026, and the interesting comments Sellers made about personally scouting several of South Carolina’s transfer portal additions before they arrived in Columbia. Sellers revealed he had already watched film and kept tabs on multiple players the Gamecocks brought in through the portal, showing leadership and investment in the roster as he prepares to take full control of the offense. That type of initiative is exactly what Shane Beamer and the South Carolina coaching staff want to see from their starting quarterback heading into the season. We also dive into the second major storyline from Day 1 of spring practice — offensive line coach Randy Clements clapping back at critics on social media. After clips of South Carolina’s offensive line drills circulated online, some fans and analysts questioned the coaching methods being used. Clements didn’t stay quiet. Instead, he responded directly and defended both the drills and the development process for the Gamecocks’ offensive line heading into 2026. In this video we discuss: • How LaNorris Sellers looked in the Kendal Briles offense • What his leadership comments about the transfer portal class reveal • Why the Gamecocks offense could look very different this season • Randy Clements’ response to viral offensive line drill criticism • What it all means for South Carolina football heading into the 2026 season Spring practice always brings optimism, but there are already some fascinating storylines developing in Columbia — from Sellers’ emergence as the leader of the offense to the continued scrutiny surrounding the Gamecocks’ offensive line development. Make sure to watch the full breakdown and let us know your thoughts in the comments: Is LaNorris Sellers poised for a breakout season in the Kendal Briles offense? #SouthCarolina #Gamecocks #LaNorrisSellers #KendalBriles #ShaneBeamer #CollegeFootball #SECFootball #GamecockFootball #SpringPractice #TransferPortal Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

South Carolina football is dealing with another major injury before spring practice even begins. Head coach Shane Beamer revealed that a starting offensive lineman will miss the entire 2026 season due to an injury the program has reportedly known about for 1–2 years. That revelation raises a major question for the Gamecocks: why wasn’t the surgery done sooner? The injury news gets even more concerning for South Carolina Gamecocks football because this marks the second offensive tackle who will miss all of spring practice, creating major uncertainty along the offensive line heading into the 2026 season. With spring practice beginning Wednesday in Columbia, Beamer also provided updates on several other players dealing with injuries and recovery timelines. The Gamecocks are already navigating roster challenges before taking a single snap in spring camp. In this video, we break down: The starting offensive lineman lost for the entire 2026 season Why the program waited so long to address an injury they’ve known about for 1–2 years What it means for the South Carolina offensive line depth The second offensive tackle missing spring practice Additional injury updates from Shane Beamer ahead of spring camp How this could impact the Gamecocks’ 2026 season outlook Spring practice is supposed to be about development and competition, but early injuries could significantly affect South Carolina’s preparation for the upcoming season. 📌 Do the Gamecocks have enough depth to survive these offensive line injuries? Let us know in the comments. #SouthCarolina #Gamecocks #ShaneBeamer #CollegeFootball #SEC #SouthCarolinaFootball #GamecockNation #SpringPractice #CFBNews #SECfootball JOIN THE EVERYDAYER CLUBhttps://lockedongamecocks.supercast.com/ Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

South Carolina's record across all sports since the start of 2025 is so shocking you won't believe it. Will it get better or worse? Plus, Mississippi is starting a new tax free NIL policy. Should South Carolina follow suit? Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

South Carolina loses once again to Clemson and slips further down in the series against their arch rival. The back-to-back losses now make South Carolina 4-14 in their last 18 head to head games across all sports against Clemson. Where do you even go from here? And between Paul Mainieri and Lamont Paris who should be fired first? The women's basketball team wrapped up their regular season with a nailbiter over No. 16 Kentucky. The SEC Tournament is set. Will the Gamecocks win another title in Greenville? JOIN THE EVERYDAYER CLUBhttps://lockedongamecocks.supercast.com/ Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two former South Carolina Gamecocks had HUGE days in Indy at the NFL Combine! Brandon Cisse may have supplanted himself in the top 15 of the NFL Draft and Jalon Kilgore had a huge day of testing as well. What that means for the FUTURE of South Carolina football. Plus, South Carolina beats Clemson in game one of the weekend series in baseball. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

South Carolina baseball just hit a new low under Paul Mainieri. In Year Two of the South Carolina Gamecocks baseball era, the Gamecocks suffered a stunning midweek loss to Queens Royals baseball — a result that has fans questioning the direction of the program. After high expectations and a reset under a Hall of Fame coach, South Carolina now finds itself searching for answers. Is this just a midweek stumble… or a sign of deeper issues in Columbia? In this episode, we break down: ⚾ What went wrong vs. Queens 📉 Why Year 2 looks worse than Year 1 🔥 How the SEC spotlight is exposing flaws 🤔 Whether patience with Mainieri is already wearing thin 📊 What must change before conference play spirals The SEC doesn’t wait for anyone — and right now, South Carolina looks like a program fighting to stay relevant in the toughest conference in college baseball. Is this rock bottom… or is there more to come? 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more SEC baseball coverage. #SouthCarolina #Gamecocks #CollegeBaseball #SECBaeball #PaulMainieri #SECBaseball Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

SEC eligibility chaos sparks debate—is common sense finally returning to college sports? Trinidad Chambliss gets his sixth year at Ole Miss, while Charles Bediako at Alabama and Joey Aguilar at Tennessee are denied, highlighting the NCAA’s inconsistent rulings. Is the NCAA’s arbitrary approach to eligibility making things worse? The crew explores potential fixes, NIL’s growing impact, and wild scenarios like LeBron James suiting up for Ohio State. The SEC Squad breaks down Joe Lunardi’s latest bracketology, projecting 11 SEC teams for the NCAA tournament while spotlighting key matchups and dark horse contenders. The discussion moves to Dawn Staley’s South Carolina dynasty and the transformative power of SEC Network investments in basketball and baseball. Will the NCAA enforce tampering penalties, and is it time for Congress or a commissioner to finally step in? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.