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Shane Beamer reacts to South Carolina landing 4-star linebacker Skylar Alston

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 10:33 PM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Shane Beamer reacts to South Carolina landing 4-star linebacker Skylar Alston

Summary

South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer expressed excitement over the recruitment of four-star linebacker Skylar Alston on November 8, 2026. Alston chose South Carolina after previously considering Kentucky, Tennessee, and North Carolina. The 6-foot-2, 220-pound player has a strong relationship with Beamer and has visited the Gamecocks multiple times. Alston praised South Carolina's coaching staff and the team's style of play as factors in his decision.

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By the Numbers

•Skylar Alston commits to South Carolina from Cardinal Gibbons High.
•Shane Beamer celebrated the commitment on social media.
•Alston had strong interest in the Gamecocks throughout his recruitment.
•He visited South Carolina at least six times before his decision.
•The Gamecocks are currently ranked No. 23 in the College Football Playoff standings.

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10:33 PMYahoo Sports — Shane Beamer immediately reacts to South Carolina beating out Kentucky, Tennessee for 4-star LB

What they're saying

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South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer trolled Texas A&M following Saturday’s 17-9 . He celebrated another win on Sunday: This one via the College Football Recruiting trail. And the Gamecocks head coach takes a new victory lap over Tennessee, plus Kentucky. Beamer swiftly posted a reaction after learning four-star linebacker Skylar Alston is […] The post Shane Beamer immediately reacts to South Carolina beating out Kentucky, Tennessee for 4-star LB appeared first on ClutchPoints.
— Yahoo Sports

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