After being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes in 8th grade, the first question Emmet Rhoades asked was simple, could he still play the sport he loves?

Now, he’s competing in the SEC.

In this interview, Emmet opens up about growing up in Chicago, his journey from FCS to South Carolina, how he’s overcome major life adversities, why South Carolina is home, and the reality of competing at the highest level. This is something any Gamecock or sports fan should watch.

Chapters:

0:00 Meet Emmet Rhoades

0:50 Choosing Football Over Taekwondo

1:18 The 27-0 Upset Game

2:04 His Mom’s Influence

2:36 “Can I Still Play Football?”

3:01 Managing Diabetes as an Athlete

3:45 FCS to SEC Transition

4:07 What Makes Coach Beamer Different

4:29 Team Culture at South Carolina

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If you’re ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can start your claim in just a click without having to leave your couch: https://ForThePeople.com/JimAndJoesSouth Carolina defensive backs Kendall Daniels Jr. and Peyton Williams join Jimmy and Joe’s to share their stories and take you inside the locker room. They also share how they got into football, their recruiting journeys, going from scout team to starter, and give you insider access by talking film study and more. If you’re an SEC or South Carolina fan, this is a real behind-the-scenes look at Gamecock football. Chapters:0:55 Meet Kendall Daniels Jr. & Peyton Williams1:20 Life After Spring Ball3:12 Growing Up & Early Football Stories5:13 Recruiting Journeys: 7 Offers vs 50 Offers7:01 From Scout Team to Starter8:14 Goals for the Season10:42 First SEC Game Experience16:50 Practice Battles17:31 Film Study22:35 Learning to Read Offenses24:26 How to Make In-Game Adjustments27:33 NFL Dreams28:17 Behind-the-Scenes Team StoriesLearn more about our partnership with Garnett Trust & South Carolina Athletics: https://www.collegesportsco.com/news/...FOLLOW 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 #sec

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Emma Reiser opens up about her breakout race, developing as an athlete, and becoming an NCAA qualifier — plus the mental side of competing at the SEC level.

After a tough freshman year and early struggles in her sophomore season, the South Carolina swimmer shocked herself — dropping 4 seconds in the 500 free and becoming an NCAA qualifier.

This is a must watch for any Gamecock fan as Emma shares how faith, her team, and resilience changed everything for her.

Chapters:

1:02 Meet Emma Reiser

2:26 Training With Guys

4:19 Sophomore Year Breakout

5:25 Dropping 4 Seconds in the 500

6:05 The Reaction Moment

9:02 SEC Atmosphere vs High School

10:37 When She Got Serious

14:49 Freshman Year Reality Check

16:36 Finding Community & Faith

26:42 First NCAA Experience

28:24 Future Career Plans

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South Carolina defensive standouts Drew Collins, Jaquavious Dodd, and Kobby Sakyi-Prah open up like never before in this exclusive sit-down.

From growing up overseas to battling injuries, doubters, and near-breaking points… this is the side of college football you don’t usually see.

Chapters:

0:30 Meet the Gamecock Defense

2:00 “This Felt Like Home”

3:00 Team Chemistry Off the Field

4:00 Coaching Development

5:10 NFL Dreams

6:40 Inside Winter Workouts

8:00 Early Morning Grind

9:15 How They Fell in Love With Football

10:30 First Breakthrough Moments

14:30 “Nobody Believed In Me”

18:40 Playing For Family

26:00 Brotherhood Off the Field

27:20 College Football Playoff Goals

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Starting quarterback. Leader of the team. Everything lined up.

Then just weeks before the season… it changed.

In this interview, Donovan Darden opens up about being a quarterback and switching positions, the moment his talent was next level, and why he chose the South Carolina Gamecocks.

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Drew Collins opens up about growing up in Birmingham, battling doubt, and being overlooked throughout his football journey. From being compared to his brother to being told he wouldn’t make it, this is the mindset that pushed him to prove everyone wrong.

Now at South Carolina, he’s not just chasing playing time — he’s chasing the SEC Championship and the College Football Playoff.

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He’s always smiling.

Until he steps on the field.

South Carolina’s Noah Clark explains why — and reveals something nobody expects.

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South Carolina defensive lineman Jaquavious Dodd opens up about injury, fear, and the mindset it takes to fight your way back. From a small-town start to the SEC stage, this is a story about resilience, family, and proving you belong.

After battling through multiple surgeries, Dodd is ready to return — and he’s not holding back.

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From Ghana to the SEC—this is one of the most unique journeys in college football.

South Carolina Gamecocks football standout Kobby Sakyi-Prah shares how he discovered football for the first time after moving to the United States, went from being the smallest player on the field to earning multiple Division I offers, and ultimately chose South Carolina.

From his first hit that made him question everything… to getting 3–5 offers per week, this is something every Gamecock fan needs to see.

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He never planned to be a coach… but now he’s running one of the most intense defenses in college football.

In this conversation, South Carolina Defensive Coordinator Clayton White breaks down what actually wins games at the highest level, from effort and discipline to the hidden film study and preparation fans never see.

From growing up writing plays as a kid… to coaching in the SEC… to balancing football with family life, this is a rare inside look at what it really takes. In addition, Clayton shares his 3 traits every elite defense must have.

Chapters:

1:10 How Clayton White’s Coaching Actually Started

3:36 The Influence Behind His Coaching Style

4:39 The 3 Traits of Elite Defenses

5:23 Effort vs Scheme

6:00 What Fans Don’t See

7:22 Building This Year’s Defense

8:41 Leadership Inside the Locker Room

10:02 How Young Players Develop Fast

11:29 Noon vs Night Games Debate

21:13 The Risky Play Call Story

25:27 Life Outside Football

26:47 Balancing Family

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