South Carolina football hosts Kent State for 2026 season opener
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 5, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Sep 5, 2026
South Carolina football begins its 2026 campaign today against Kent State at Williams-Brice Stadium. The matchup kicks off at 12:45 p.m. ET and will be broadcast on the SEC Network. This contest represents the second meeting between the two programs, following a 1995 game won by South Carolina. Coach Shane Beamer enters his sixth year leading the Gamecocks after a 4-8 record last season. The team debuts five new coaching staff members, including offensive coordinator Kendal Briles and defensive ends coach Deion Barnes. Quarterback LaNorris Sellers returns for his third season as the starter to lead a roster that includes 19 freshmen and 25 transfers.
- •South Carolina hosts Kent State at Williams-Brice Stadium for the season opener.
- •Kickoff is scheduled for 12:45 p.m. ET on the SEC Network.
- •LaNorris Sellers returns for his third year as the starting quarterback.
- •Five new coaches join the staff for the 2026 season debut.
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — South Carolina Dominates Kent State in 57-0 Season Opening Rout
- 1:45 PMYahoo Sports — South Carolina football vs Kent State score, live updates, time, TV channel for Week 1 game
"The South Carolina Gamecocks couldn’t have asked for a better start to the 2026 season. South Carolina completely overwhelmed Kent State on Saturday, cruising to a 57-0 victory at Williams-Brice Stadium. The Gamecocks controlled the game from the opening whistle and never allowed the Golden Flashes to find any rhythm. Gamecocks Come Out Firing South…
"South Carolina football is kicking off the 2026 season against Kent State today. Follow for live updates from the game.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 8:11 PMSouth Carolina Dominates Kent State in 57-0 Season Opening Rout
The South Carolina Gamecocks couldn’t have asked for a better start to the 2026 season. South Carolina completely overwhelmed Kent State on Saturday, cruising to a 57-0 victory at Williams-Brice Stadium. The Gamecocks controlled the game from the opening whistle and never allowed the Golden Flashes to find any rhythm. Gamecocks Come Out Firing South…
- Yahoo SportsSep 5, 2026, 1:45 PMSouth Carolina football vs Kent State score, live updates, time, TV channel for Week 1 game
South Carolina football is kicking off the 2026 season against Kent State today. Follow for live updates from the game.
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