Botkin Takes Winding Route to USC Linebackers Coach
Longtime Arkansas assistant and Baytown Texas native Kirk Botkin joins South Carolina as linebackers coach after a career that includes NFL play, three colleges, Petrino era at Arkansas, and a Texas High School stint. He reunites with Lorenzo Ward, his USC boss and Arkansas roommate, seeking competitive success and a stable coaching path.
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Gamecock hitters struggle as USC drops close one
South Carolina faces run-scoring woes as pitchers shine. After a 5-4 loss to Division II Francis Marion, coach Ray Tanner notes offense must improve before hosting Mississippi State. Chris Stratton of MSU stands as a top SEC foe with a 7-0 record and 2.54 ERA. The Gamecocks have reached four runs or fewer in 17 of 34 games and 10 of 18 SEC contests this season.
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Brittle swings back into Clemson lineup in strong form
Clemson outfielder Britt le Brittle returned from a seven game absence with a measured mental shift at the plate. The College of Charleston transfer has hit 16 for 32 with a .330 average and .425 on base, fueling Clemson’s recent surge as they host No. 22 NC State in a key series opener.
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