South Carolina defensive coordinator Clayton White joins former Gamecocks Whit Merrifield and Patrick DiMarco for the premiere of Hit Stick.White goes inside South Carolina football to explain the story behind the Gamecocks’ wristbands against Tennessee, Dylan Stewart’s emergence, recruiting in the transfer portal era, game-week preparation, PFF and analytics, Williams-Brice Stadium and the identity behind his defense.Before Clayton joins the show, Whit and Patrick break down the biggest questions surrounding South Carolina football, Shane Beamer, LaNorris Sellers, the offensive line, Nike, NIL, the transfer portal and the changing landscape of college athletics.Clayton also shares how he landed the South Carolina job without having previously met Shane Beamer, his favorite Gamecock wins, some of his most memorable recruiting stories, the toughest offenses he has prepared for, the players who left the biggest impact on him and why South Carolina’s defensive philosophy comes down to one simple phrase: “Put the ball down.”Presented by Founder's Federal Credit Union. Learn more at https://www.foundersfcu.com.Presented by Sandstorm Tequila. Get 10% off your first order when you go to https://www.sandstormtequila.com and use code STORMFRONT. Veteran-owned, 100% blue agave. Must be 21.Presented by Gateway Supply. Learn more at https://www.gatewaysupply.net, stop by Gateway Supply today for expert advice, quality products, and service you can trust.

South Carolina offensive lineman Buu Nnabugwu opens up about his journey from West Baltimore to the SEC, overcoming a serious leg injury, being overlooked at smaller programs and continuing to chase his NFL dream.In this episode of Jimmy and Joes, Buu explains why offensive line is one of the hardest positions in football, what attracted him to Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks, and how his younger brother motivates him to set the right example every day.From Delaware State to Missouri State and now South Carolina, Nnabugwu’s journey has been powered by discipline, resilience and an unwavering belief in himself. He also discusses working with offensive line coach Randy Clements, the identity of the Gamecocks’ offensive line, his dream NIL partnership, pursuing his master’s degree and inspiring the next generation.Presented by 360Clean: https://360clean.com/

South Carolina offensive linemen Carter Miller and Dayne Arnett join Jimmy Francis on Jimmy & Joes to discuss their unique journeys to Columbia, building a championship culture in the Gamecocks offensive line room, Coach Shane Beamer's program, transferring to the SEC, and what it really takes to play offensive line at the highest level.From Dayne Arnett's path from Ferris State and three Division II national championships to Carter Miller's winding transfer portal journey, both players share why South Carolina was the place they wanted to finish their careers.They also break down offensive line technique, the mental side of football, Coach Lonnie Teasley, Coach Jason Smith, the transition into SEC football, and why Gamecock fans should be excited for this season.Presented by 360Clean: https://360clean.com/Chapters:0:00 Welcome Offensive Linemen Carter Miller and Dayne Arnett1:18 How SEC Workouts Compare2:14 Building South Carolina's O-Line Culture3:23 Their Football Journeys4:01 Biggest Adjustments To The SEC5:54 Family Always Makes It Possible6:40 Love For Football7:48 Chasing The SEC Dream9:50 Recruiting & Transfer Portal Lessons11:05 Why South Carolina11:41 D2 Football vs The SEC15:08 Biggest Improvements Since January17:03 Favorite College Football Memory20:50 Why Offensive Line Is So Difficult22:42 Rapid Fire Questions25:14 Advice For Young Players26:04 Message To Gamecock NationLearn more about our partnership with Garnett Trust & South Carolina Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/1801-media-launched-as-south-carolinas-groundbreaking-athlete-driven-content-networkFOLLOW 1801 MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://www.x.com/1801MediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1801mediaco?_...► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/1801mediaco...► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@1801mediaco► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/people/1801-Media/61566794218642/#Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #CollegeFootball

Caleb Herring, Tomiwa Durojaiye, Jacarrius Peak and Jordan Thomas have finished making their pasta—but now comes the real test.In Part 2, the South Carolina football players taste the finished dishes, compare their pasta-making skills and reveal who created the best and worst noodle shapes. The reviews quickly turn into trash talk as nobody wants to take responsibility for the roughest pasta on the table.The Gamecocks also give their final ratings and explain whether pasta belongs in their pregame or post-practice meals. From one extremely specific 8.476 rating to debates over wings, meat sauce and the perfect football fuel, the group puts its culinary performance under review.Watch Part 1 to see the Gamecocks learn how to make fresh pasta: https://youtu.be/TL60CNYsH5UPresented by 360Clean - https://360clean.com/Chapters:00:00 Gamecocks Return for the Final Taste Test00:36 Who Made the Best Pasta Shape?01:04 The Players Reveal Their Favorites01:22 Time to Try the Professional Pasta02:02 The Extremely Specific Final Grade02:08 Is Pasta a Good Pregame Meal?02:18 Pregame vs. Post-Practice Ratings03:01 Final Thoughts Learn more about our partnership with Garnett Trust & South Carolina Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/1801-media-launched-as-south-carolinas-groundbreaking-athlete-driven-content-networkFOLLOW 1801 MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://www.x.com/1801MediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1801mediaco?_...► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/1801mediaco...► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@1801mediaco► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/people/1801-Media/61566794218642/#Gamecocks #SouthCarolinaFootball #CollegeFootball

South Carolina football players Caleb Herring, Jacarrius Peak, Tomiwa Durojaiye and Jordan Thomas trade the trenches for the kitchen in Part 1 of this pasta-making challenge at Dorsia Pasta.
The Gamecocks learn how to make fresh pasta from scratch, including mixing and kneading the dough, shaping cavatelli and attempting to master several handmade pasta techniques. But it doesn’t take long for the friendly competition, nonstop commentary and locker-room-style trash talk to take over the class.
Who has natural cooking skills—and who should just give up? Let us know in the comments.
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Chapters:
00:00 The Gamecocks Take On Dorsia Pasta
00:34 How to Make Fresh Pasta Dough
01:05 Kneading Begins
02:27 How to Tell When the Dough Is Ready
03:05 Learning to Shape the Pasta
03:19 Trash Talk and Food Prep
03:39 Making Cavatelli
04:34 Trying a New Pasta Shape
05:49 The Finished Noodles Take Shape
06:08 One Final Pasta Lesson
06:52 Sausage and Fennel Sauce Arrives
07:08 Coming Up in Part 2
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In this episode of Jimmy & Joes, Jimmy Francis sits down with the two Gamecock transfers, Caleb Herring and Jaccarius Peak to talk about why Columbia felt like the right fit, how South Carolina won them over late in the portal process, and what they believe this team can become.Caleb opens up about leaving Tennessee, learning behind elite pass rushers, the Coach Bores conversation that changed his recruitment, and why Williams-Brice Stadium is something he’s been waiting to experience.Jaccarius shares his journey from Georgia to NC State to South Carolina, his injury recovery mindset, the Netflix story fans won’t expect, and why “be where your feet are” has become more than just advice.Subscribe for more South Carolina Gamecocks interviews, player stories, behind-the-scenes conversations, and college football content.Sponsored by: 360Clean - https://360clean.com/Chapters:00:00 Meet Caleb Herring & Jaccarius Peak01:40 Their Football Journey Begins02:40 Finding Football04:13 Life Outside Football05:20 Sponsor Break06:27 Caleb Shares The Experience of Playing With His Brother07:22 The Netflix Story08:40 Why They Chose South Carolina09:45 Caleb's Recruiting Journey10:45 The Honest Conversation That Changed Everything17:09 First Impressions of Columbia24:47 Wildest College Football Environments28:20 Best Advice They've Ever Received33:49 Message to Gamecock NationLearn more about our partnership with Garnett Trust & South Carolina Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/1801-media-launched-as-south-carolinas-groundbreaking-athlete-driven-content-networkFOLLOW 1801 MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://www.x.com/1801MediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1801mediaco?_...► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/1801mediaco...► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@1801mediaco► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/people/1801-Media/61566794218642/#Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #CollegeFootball #SEC

South Carolina's newest running backs, Christian Clark and Jabree Coleman, sit down with Jimmy Francis to discuss why they transferred to Columbia, what makes the Gamecock culture different, Coach Beamer's program, Coach Drayton's leadership, the excitement of experiencing Sandstorm, SEC football, Penn State, Texas, locker room chemistry, and their goals for the 2026 season.From stories about brutal summer workouts to life in Columbia and their belief that South Carolina has everything it takes to compete for championships, this conversation gives fans an inside look at two players ready to pound the rock this fall.Sponsored by: 360Clean - https://360clean.com/South Carolina Department of Public Health - https://dph.sc.gov/Chapters:00:00 The Moment They're Waiting For: Sandstorm00:46 Meet Christian Clark & Jabree Coleman01:05 South Carolina's Brutal Summer Workouts02:17 Building Team Chemistry Without Coaches04:11 Football Roots & Growing Up05:04 Life Outside Football06:30 What They'd Do Without Football08:16 Why They Chose South Carolina09:45 SEC vs. Big Ten Competition11:25 Goals for the 2026 Season12:19 What Makes Gamecock Culture Different13:43 Their First Sandstorm Is Coming14:26 Coach Drayton's Message to the Running Backs15:24 Players Fans Should Watch This Season16:54 Team Bonding Beyond Football17:42 Pregame Routine & Music18:36 First Impressions of Columbia20:57 What Gamecock Fans Deserve This Season22:19 Why They Love Playing the Villain22:42 Final ThoughtsLearn more about our partnership with Garnett Trust & South Carolina Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/1801-media-launched-as-south-carolinas-groundbreaking-athlete-driven-content-networkFOLLOW 1801 MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://www.x.com/1801MediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1801mediaco?_...► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/1801mediaco...► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@1801mediaco► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/people/1801-Media/61566794218642/#collegefootball #gamecocks #southcarolina

Two brothers. Two completely different football journeys. One goal: helping South Carolina compete for championships.Jimmy Francis sits down with Kelby Collins and Drew Collins to discuss growing up together in Birmingham, Alabama, why football became their future, the recruiting process, life in the transfer portal, and what ultimately made South Carolina feel like home.The brothers also share what separates the Gamecock program, the demanding offseason workouts, the mentality required to play defensive line in the SEC, their goals for this season, and why they believe this team has everything it needs to compete at the highest level.From recruiting stories to behind-the-scenes moments inside the program, this conversation gives Gamecock fans an inside look at two defensive linemen determined to make an impact.Chapters:00:00 Meet Kelby & Drew Collins01:00 Study Hall02:00 Growing Up in Birmingham 03:00 Baseball Never Stuck04:00 Dream Cars05:00 Gaming & The GTA 6 Hype06:00 Hidden Personalities Beyond Football07:00 Investing, and Day Trading08:00 Launching a Clothing Brand09:00 When Football Became the Dream12:28 Reality of Playing D-Line in College Football15:10 Kelby's Recruiting Journey: Florida, Alabama & South Carolina18:02 Drew's Different Path21:00 Transfer Portal Gamble That Reunited Two Brothers29:04 Inside South Carolina's Brutal Summer Workouts33:30 Final Thoughts Learn more about our partnership with Garnett Trust & South Carolina Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/1801-media-launched-as-south-carolinas-groundbreaking-athlete-driven-content-networkFOLLOW 1801 MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://www.x.com/1801MediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1801mediaco?_...► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/1801mediaco...► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@1801mediaco► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/people/1801-Media/61566794218642/#Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #CollegeFootball

Shane Beamer joins Jimmy and Joes for a rare extended sit-down interview on South Carolina football, the 2026 Gamecocks, the culture inside the program, and what makes Columbia one of the most unique places in college football.In this exclusive conversation, Coach Beamer opens up about getting the South Carolina job during COVID, learning from Frank Beamer, Steve Spurrier, Kirby Smart, Lincoln Riley, and Sylvester Croom, building trust in the transfer portal era, and why this year’s team has been defined by one word: intentional.Subscribe for more South Carolina football interviews, Gamecock stories, and behind-the-scenes conversations from 1801 Media.Chapters:00:00 Welcome to Jimmy and Joes01:48 Why summer is critical for the Gamecocks02:42 June recruiting and camps04:32 Growing up around Frank Beamer and Virginia Tech07:06 Seeing the hard years before the breakthrough08:28 Learning how thin the line is between winning and losing11:22 The Ron Burgundy moment12:53 Lessons learned from Frank Beamer14:38 Coaches who shaped Shane Beamer15:44 Tennessee and Phillip Fulmer16:12 Sylvester Croom’s impact16:48 What Steve Spurrier taught him at South Carolina17:47 Lessons from Kirby Smart and Lincoln Riley19:36 Getting the South Carolina job during COVID23:43 Bob Stoops’ advice on hiring a staff24:33 Why South Carolina always felt special28:59 The 2026 Gamecock season34:32 What Beamer looks for in leaders35:44 Building connection in the transfer portal era41:49 Why players thrive at USC45:24 Balancing SEC coaching with family life51:45 Most competitive coach on staff53:01 What Beamer is most excited for this fallLearn more about our partnership with Garnett Trust & South Carolina Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/1801-media-launched-as-south-carolinas-groundbreaking-athlete-driven-content-networkFOLLOW 1801 MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://www.x.com/1801MediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1801mediaco?_...► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/1801mediaco...► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@1801mediaco► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/people/1801-Media/61566794218642/#SouthCarolinaFootball #ShaneBeamer #Gamecocks

Seth Smith's football journey is unlike most SEC offensive linemen.The South Carolina offensive lineman didn't start playing tackle football until high school and admits he had no idea what he was getting himself into. From Chandler High School in Arizona to Northern Arizona and eventually South Carolina, Seth shares the people who helped shape his journey, why he entered the transfer portal, and what made Columbia immediately feel like home.Smith also discusses Coach Shane Beamer's leadership style, the family atmosphere inside the Gamecock program, South Carolina's championship aspirations, and the responsibility of protecting the quarterback every Saturday.Watch the full conversation with one of South Carolina football's newest offensive linemen and subscribe for more!Chapters:00:00 Growing Up in South Carolina, Texas and Arizona00:26 Why He Transferred to South Carolina00:31 How A Scheduling Mistake Turned Him to Football01:18 The Reality Check at Chandler High School01:53 Family Support Through the Journey02:47 When Football Started Becoming Real03:34 Entering the Transfer Portal03:41 Choosing South Carolinat04:48 Coach Shane Beamer's Impact05:54 Chasing SEC and National ChampionshipsLearn more about our partnership with Garnett Trust & South Carolina Athletics: https://collegesportsco.com/news/1801-media-launched-as-south-carolinas-groundbreaking-athlete-driven-content-networkFOLLOW 1801 MEDIA HERE:► TWITTER | https://www.x.com/1801MediaCo► TIKTOK | https://www.tiktok.com/@1801mediaco?_...► INSTAGRAM | https://www.instagram.com/1801mediaco...► YOUTUBE | https://www.youtube.com/@1801mediaco► FACEBOOK | https://www.facebook.com/people/1801-Media/61566794218642/#secfootball #gamecocks #southcarolina