Gamecock Season Opener Under Heat | Columbia News

Gamecock football kicks off their season Saturday against Kent State under Coach Shane Beamer, facing scorching 90-degree heat at Williams-Brice Stadium — a perfect test for their new standard. After a tough 4-8 campaign last year, Beamer’s message is clear: consistency and intensity from day one are non-negotiable. With all offseason prep behind them, the team’s focus is laser-sharp on making that first impression count — no matter the temperature or opponent. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ae63270e31171c95