Kentucky Wildcats prepare for South Carolina Gamecocks showdown today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
The Kentucky Wildcats face the South Carolina Gamecocks at 4:15 PM EST in Columbia. This matchup is crucial for Kentucky, who seek to end a losing streak against South Carolina that stretches back four years. The Wildcats have been gaining momentum, while the Gamecocks are experiencing struggles. Alex Afari’s ineligibility is a significant setback for Kentucky's defense ahead of this challenge. The game offers Kentucky a chance to assess their progress under coach Mark Stoops.
- •Kentucky plays South Carolina at Williams-Brice Stadium today.
- •The game marks a test for Kentucky after recent struggles against South Carolina.
- •Alex Afari is ruled ineligible for Kentucky due to NCAA decisions.
- •Kentucky aims to gauge their progress amid an upward trend this season.
- •South Carolina has secured victories in the last four meetings with Kentucky.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Kentucky Wildcats News: South Carolina Gameday
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