South Carolina is set to conclude its spring football practices with the annual Garnet and Black Spring Game, scheduled for Friday night. The game will kick off at 7:30 p.m. at Williams-Brice Stadium.
While many schools have shifted how they approach spring games, the Gamecocks are sticking with tradition. They’ll hold a full intrasquad scrimmage under the stadium lights, giving fans a true game-like experience. Head coach Shane Beamer emphasized his desire to keep it as close to a real game as possible, with two separate teams competing.
Unlike some programs that have scaled back or altered their formats, South Carolina is maintaining a competitive, high-energy atmosphere. Beamer’s approach aims to both entertain fans and evaluate his team in a realistic game setting.
Ahead of the big night, here’s a rundown of frequently asked questions and important details fans need to know before the action gets underway.
South Carolina will wrap up spring football with its annual Garnet and Black Spring Game on Friday night at Williams-Brice Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:30 p.m., and fans can expect a traditional full intrasquad scrimmage under the lights. Head coach Shane Beamer emphasized that the team will maintain the usual format, with two separate squads competing to simulate a real game experience as closely as possible.
The spring game will not be televised this year, so the only way to watch it live is by attending in person. However, fans in the Midlands area can tune into 107.5 The Game for live radio coverage, starting at 6:30 p.m. Although the scrimmage won’t be broadcast like in past years, South Carolina will produce a 30-minute spring football feature to be aired later on ESPN platforms.
Admission to the game is free, and parking will be complimentary in several lots, including Gamecock Park and Woodstock, on a first-come, first-served basis. Gates along the west side of the stadium will open at 6 p.m., and the Gamecock Walk — featuring players, Cocky, the drumline, and spirit teams — will begin at 5:30 p.m. near Tommy Suggs Garnet Way. Regular game day policies, such as the clear-bag rule, will be enforced.
In addition to the football festivities, South Carolina will also host several other athletic events over the weekend. The baseball team will play Ole Miss at 4 p.m. Friday and again at 2 p.m. Saturday, while the No. 13-ranked softball team takes on Kentucky in a three-game series starting Saturday at 3 p.m. The annual Cocky Trot 5K, traditionally held the morning of the spring game, has been moved to Saturday, April 26. Following Friday night’s scrimmage, fans in attendance can enjoy a postgame fireworks display.
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