South Carolina Sideline

Sports Director Matt Dowell is joined by legendary Gamecock football kicker Parker White in this episode! In this conversation, White discusses his journey from a soccer player at Wando High School to being a walk-on for South Carolina football. It's a journey that led him to being one of the most historic players in Gamecock football history. He also talks about his life after the Gamecocks where...

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Jared Parker give you their instant reactions to South Carolina football's 31-7 loss to Vanderbilt at Williams-Brice Stadium. They discuss the injury to LaNorris Sellers, the struggles on offense, Luke Doty being QB2, and you'll hear thoughts from Shane Beamer on what was a frustrating night for the Gamecocks. You can also hear from Clark Lea after Vanderbilt improv...

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Claire Foley preview South Carolina football’s Week 3 SEC opener against the Vanderbilt Commodores, breaking down the Gamecocks’ offense, key matchups, and the history of a series long dominated by South Carolina. Special guest Aria Gerson from The Tennessean joins the show to offer insight into Vanderbilt’s strengths and challenges heading into Saturday’s game. Mat...

The South Carolina football team beat SC State 38-10 on Saturday night in a very unique home opener. The 10th-ranked Gamecocks had to overcome a 2 and a half hour rain delay to take down the Bulldogs after midnight at Williams-Brice Stadium. Sports Director Matt Dowell and Jared Parker break down the biggest storylines from this game, including a historic game from Vicari Swain. Plus, they tell yo...

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Claire Foley preview the highly anticipated Week 2 matchup between the South Carolina Gamecocks and the SC State Bulldogs in the Gamecocks’ 2025 home opener. In this episode, Matt and Claire break down key matchups, players to watch, and what South Carolina needs to improve heading into Saturday’s game. They also take a look at the Gamecocks vs SC State series histo...

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Jared Parker bring you this remote episode from the sideline of Mercedes-Benz Stadium where the South Carolina football team won their season opener 24-11 over Virginia Tech. Matt and Jared give you insights from what they noticed watching this game in person, discuss the biggest storylines from the game, and you can hear reaction from Shane Beamer, LaNorris Sellers...

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Jared Parker kick off the college football season with the first gameday preview as South Carolina gets ready to face Virginia Tech on Sunday, August 31st. In this episode, Matt and Jared dive into all the major storylines leading into Week 1, including the NCAA’s waiver approval for running back Rahsul Faison, the tone head coach Shane Beamer wants his team to set...

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Jared Parker discuss the Gamecock Athletics 10-year partnership with Nike, its impact on teams, A'ja Wilson’s influence, and comments from athletics director Jeremiah Donati. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this interview, Sports Director Matt Dowell talks with South Carolina Women’s Soccer Head Coach Shelley Smith about her journey in soccer. Coach Smith shares how growing up in Vermont sparked her love for the game and how she began her coaching career. She also talks about coaching with her husband, Jamie, and how they work together to lead the Gamecocks. They also preview the 2025 women’s socc...

Join Sports Director Matt Dowell and Jared Parker as they break down the entire South Carolina women's 2025-2026 SEC basketball schedule! From the season opener in November to the March finale, they analyze each game, predict key wins, and highlight the biggest challenges for the Gamecocks. Share your thoughts on the upcoming season in the comment section! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Sports Director Matt Dowell sits down with Norris Sellers, father of South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback LaNorris Sellers. Norris reflects on his childhood in Florence, South Carolina, and how his passion for football began. He shares what it was like raising LaNorris and watching him grow into one of college football’s brightest stars. The conversation includes heartfelt stories from LaNorris’ e...

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Claire Foley break down A'ja Wilson's record-setting 30-point, 20-rebound WNBA game, the first in league history, and why she deserves a 4th MVP. They also discuss South Carolina football’s No. 13 AP preseason ranking and major upgrades coming to Williams-Brice Stadium, announced by new AD Jeremiah Donati. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

In this exclusive interview, Sports Director Matt Dowell sits down with Roscoe Wilson, father of WNBA superstar A’ja Wilson, to discuss her journey from Columbia, SC to becoming one of the greatest basketball players in the world. Roscoe shares personal stories about A’ja’s path through high school basketball, her championship-winning career with the South Carolina Gamecocks, and her rise to stard...

Matt Dowell and Jared Parker bring exclusive coverage from South Carolina Gamecock football preseason practice and media day. Get sideline insights on Shane Beamer’s Gamecocks, including Rahsul Faison’s debut, LaNorris Sellers’ development, and position battles to watch. Plus, a 1-on-1 with Coach Beamer, reactions to Sterling Sharpe’s NFL Hall of Fame induction, and A’ja Wilson joining the 2025 Ga...

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Claire Foley take you behind the scenes of South Carolina men’s basketball as the Gamecocks gear up for a new season with 11 fresh faces on the roster. Among the returners is fan favorite Meechie Johnson, back to lead the team once again. In this exclusive episode, hear from the players themselves, get insider insight from Matt and Claire’s one-on-one interviews, an...

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Jared Parker bring you exclusive coverage from the annual Birdies with Beamer charity event at Cobblestone Golf Club! Get a behind-the-scenes look at this fun day interviewing Gamecock football head coach Shane Beamer and coordinators Mike Shula and Clayton White. Additionally, they break down the shocking announcement from star forward Ashlyn Watkins, who revealed...

Sports Director Matt Dowell heads to Carolina Panthers training camp to check in on five former South Carolina Gamecocks now on the Panthers roster. He breaks down who’s on the team and catches up with standout cornerback Jaycee Horn, who’s entering his fifth NFL season and just became a new dad! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Claire Foley break down the 2025 SEC preseason awards. South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback LaNorris Sellers was voted to the All-SEC First Team, earning top honors ahead of the season. SEC Media projects the Gamecocks football team to finish 5th in the conference standings. They also discuss the recent 2025 MLB Draft in which three former Gamecock baseball players...

Sports Director Matt Dowell takes you behind the scenes at the 2025 SEC Media Days in Atlanta, Georgia with the South Carolina Gamecocks football team. Hear from head coach Shane Beamer and standout players LaNorris Sellers, DQ Smith, and Nick Barrett as they share their insights and expectations for the upcoming college football season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic...

Sports Director Matt Dowell talks with South Carolina Gamecocks legend Marcus Lattimore about his new book "Scream My Name!." Marcus shares his move from Columbia to Portland, life after football, and how poetry and mental health have shaped his journey beyond the gridiron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Jared Parker break down the biggest storylines and burning questions for South Carolina Gamecock football ahead of the 2025 SEC Media Days in Atlanta. Plus, Gamecocks stars Joyce Edwards and Kamilla Cardoso shine on the international stage, earning gold at the 2025 FIBA Women’s AmeriCup! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode we’re diving into a big offseason win for South Carolina women’s basketball! The Gamecocks landed two of the top transfers in the portal, Ta'Niya Latson and Madina Okot, and the local media in Columbia got their first chance to meet them. Sports Director Matt Dowell breaks down their introduction and what these star additions could mean as South Carolina sets its sights on another nat...

Jared Parker and Elijah Campbell talk about what they expect from Collin Murray-Boyles with the Toronto Raptors, how South Carolina men’s basketball will move on without him, and former Gamecock A’ja Wilson’s continued dominance in the WNBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Claire Foley sits down with Bryan and LaShauna Hall, parents of former Gamecock women’s basketball standout Bree Hall. They share Bree’s WNBA journey—from the thrill of draft night with the Indiana Fever, to being waived, and the excitement of getting a second chance with the Golden State Valkyries. The Halls also reflect on their favorite memories of Bree’s time playing for South Carolina. Learn...

Sports Director Matt Dowell and Claire Foley discuss all 11 former Gamecocks in the WNBA. They talk about A'ja Wilson vs Aliyah Boston, Bree Hall playing for the Golden State Valkyries, and Kamilla Cardoso on the Chicago Sky. Plus, Gamecock men's basketball head coach Lamont Paris previews the upcoming season and talks about Collin Murray-Boyles' potential ahead of the NBA Draft. Learn more about...