Orth to Start as South Carolina QB Against Vanderbilt
South Carolina coach Shawn Elliott will stick with Perry Orth as the starter for the game vs Vanderbilt. Practice shows other QBs back, including Connor Mitch and Lorenzo Nunez, who may be game-time. Elliott notes Mitch rusty but ready to play if needed.
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Spurrier resigns at South Carolina after 2-4 start
Former USC coach Steve Spurrier describes golf as his immediate plan after resigning following a 2-4 start and SEC 0-4 showing. He says recruiting and new direction are key as interim Shawn Elliott takes over and Spurrier explores life after coaching.
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Bulldogs look to counter Edisto pass threat with run game
Edisto shows through Barnwell that the Cougars can pass, prompting Bulldog coach Lown to stress defending the deep ball. Devonte Hill leads the Bulldog ground game with 742 yards while Malik Washington anchors blocking and 70 tackles. DeAngilo Drayton adds Week 5 burst.
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Aiken, Ridge Spring-Monetta Lead Region Football Poll
The Aiken Standard power rankings show Aiken and Ridge Spring-Monetta in the mix for playoff spots, with several region rivals like Fox Creek Calhoun County and Wagener-Salley chasing a crown. Voters note that Fox Creek leads Class A while Aiken challenges in Class AAA as the season unfolds.
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Limehouse on polo ponies and Aiken’s enduring polo scene
Polo owner Limehouse notes he keeps about 22 horses with eight or nine pitched as polo ponies. At 6 3 and 265 pounds he says large riders can excel, citing Chico Barry and Tommy Biddle. He praises Aiken’s 130 year polo tradition and three viable clubs sustaining tournaments.
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Silver Bluff JV routs Edisto to cap season
Silver Bluff JV defeated Edisto 38 to 6, finishing with a 4-1 record. Kennedy Middle beat Silver Bluff Middle 13-6, pushing their season to 4-2 with a late victory. USC Aiken women fall 2-0 to Newberry as Pacers split with Armstrong State, while USCA volleyball tops Armstrong State 3-0 and Aiken sweeps Brookland Cayce.
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