South Carolina football begins preseason practice with mixed expectations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 9:03 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
South Carolina football opens its preseason practice today in Columbia, aiming to improve from a disappointing 4-8 season in 2025. Coach Shane Beamer returns for his sixth season, having experienced fluctuating success over the years. The Gamecocks will face Kent State in their season opener on September 5. Several returning starters include QB LaNorris Sellers and WR Nyck Harbor, while players like edge rusher Dylan Stewart begin practice with limited activity due to previous injuries. The team has added numerous transfers to bolster the roster for the upcoming season.
- •First practice started on August 7 in Columbia.
- •Season opener scheduled for September 5 against Kent State.
- •Coach Shane Beamer enters his sixth season with mixed past performance.
- •Returning starters include QB LaNorris Sellers and WR Nyck Harbor.
- •Team added several transfers to improve the roster.
- 9:03 AMYahoo Sports — What we're hearing about South Carolina football as preseason practice starts today
"South Carolina football begins preseason practice today. Here's what to know.
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