South Carolina fans chant for Shane Beamer's firing after loss to Mississippi State

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Last updated Sep 20, 2026

South Carolina fans chant for Shane Beamer's firing after loss to Mississippi State
Summary

South Carolina fans expressed discontent by chanting "Fire Beamer" following their team's notable collapse against Mississippi State on September 19. The Gamecocks led 23-16 at home but were outscored 41-22 over the remaining quarters, resulting in a disappointing 2-1 record this season. Head coach Shane Beamer is under scrutiny as the Gamecocks have struggled against Power Four opponents, dropping to 2-10 in their last 12 such matchups. With a challenging schedule ahead, Beamer emphasized the need for his team to respond positively after the defeat and mentioned the expectations for improvement against Alabama next week.

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  • Gamecocks led 23-16 but lost 57-45 to Bulldogs.
  • Shane Beamer is facing mounting pressure amid fan dissatisfaction.
  • South Carolina is 2-10 in last 12 games against Power Four teams.
  • Next game is against Alabama, a strong opponent.
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South Carolina's collapse vs Mississippi State sparked "Fire Beamer" chants and raised new questions about Shane Beamer's future as Gamecocks coach.

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The Gamecocks allowed 27 unanswered points in the second half

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