Locked On Gamecocks - Daily Podcast On South Carolina Gamecocks Football & Basketball

Locked On Gamecocks podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the South Carolina Gamecocks. Hosted by University of South Carolina graduate and longtime fan Andrew Lyon, the Locked On Gamecocks podcast provides your daily South Carolina Gamecocks fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Gamecocks. From the legendary Williams-Brice Stadium to the electrifying Colonial Life Arena, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Gamecocks podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Gamecocks locker room and the SEC. The Locked On Gamecocks podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

  1. 5d ago

    HUGE! South Carolina's 2027 Class Is About to EXPLODE 🚨

    South Carolina football recruiting is on the verge of a potentially program-changing week, and the Gamecocks are building serious momentum on the trail. On today's episode, we start by breaking down South Carolina's newest commitment as in-state linebacker Jackson Ross officially joins the 2027 recruiting class. Why was keeping the Hammond School standout home such a priority for Shane Beamer and Clayton White, and what does Ross bring to the future of the Gamecock defense? Then we shift to the biggest recruiting story in the country: five-star defensive back Joshua Dobson. Just days before his July 1 commitment, the buzz around South Carolina continues to grow. We discuss: Why the Gamecocks are trending for one of the nation's top defensive backs Torrian Gray's impact on the recruitment How Shane Beamer answered Dobson's biggest questions during his official visit The role NIL has played in South Carolina's rise Why Texas A&M and Michigan are still very much in the race What landing Dobson would mean for the future of the program We also give the latest recruiting update on four-star offensive lineman Nate Carson, whose July 3 commitment is quickly approaching. Georgia appeared to be the favorite earlier this summer, but South Carolina has made a huge push after getting the final official visit. Could the Gamecocks pull off back-to-back recruiting wins over some of college football's biggest programs? Finally, we wrap up the show with another major addition for South Carolina baseball as Auburn transfer outfielder Bristol Carter commits to the Gamecocks. We discuss what Carter brings to the lineup, how he fits into Kevin Schnall's roster rebuild, and why South Carolina continues to attack the transfer portal with purpose as it reshapes the roster for 2027. Subscribe for daily South Carolina Gamecocks coverage, recruiting intel, football analysis, baseball transfer portal updates, SEC news, and everything happening around Shane Beamer and Gamecock athletics. #Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #ShaneBeamer #Recruiting #JoshuaDobson #JacksonRoss #NateCarson #GamecockFootball #GamecockBaseball #SECFootball Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    28 min
  2. 6d ago

    WOW! Several SEC and South Carolina players snubbed in new CFB game

    It's a Crossover! LockedOn SEC and LockedOn Gamecocks talk about the new EA Sports CFB Video game. EA Sports College Football 27 rankings ignite debate: Can Missouri surge in the SEC with two top-10 players, and is Kewan Lacy the conference’s best player? Top player and team ratings raise eyebrows as SEC standouts like KJ Bolden, Ahmad Hardy, and Colin Simmons compete with national names Jeremiah Smith for virtual supremacy. Surprises abound as high-profile talents like Arch Manning and Cam Coleman miss the top 10, while Mizzou and Ole Miss make unexpected appearances among elite offenses and overall teams. Chris Marler spotlights strengths and roster questions around top-ranked programs including Texas, Georgia, LSU, and Oklahoma. Heated analysis covers defensive rankings—Georgia sitting behind Texas Tech?—as well as key positional debates at quarterback, running back, and linebacker. With bold takes on coaching transitions and rising SEC stars like Dylan Stewart and Centurion Perkins, this episode breaks down whether the video game hype aligns with on-field realities for 2026. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    36 min
  3. Jun 26

    South Carolina Lands a HUGE 4⭐ CB... Thanks to Torrian Gray! 🔥

    South Carolina just landed another talented defensive back, and this commitment says a lot about where Shane Beamer's recruiting efforts are headed. Four-star cornerback Kelvin Millington has officially committed to the Gamecocks after a dominant official visit to Columbia, giving South Carolina its 12th commitment in the 2027 recruiting class. On today's episode, we break down: Why Kelvin Millington chose South Carolina over Virginia Tech and Texas Tech How Torrian Gray once again proved why he's one of the nation's elite defensive backs coaches Why Millington shut down his recruitment after his official visit What his commitment means for South Carolina's 2027 recruiting class Why his size, length, and versatility make him a perfect fit in Clayton White's defense The significance of Shane Beamer's "Welcome Home" bat signal and the silent commitment Why recruiting rankings may not tell the full story with Millington How South Carolina continues building momentum on the recruiting trail despite fierce SEC competition We also discuss why relationships continue to separate South Carolina from other programs, how Torrian Gray continues putting defensive backs into the NFL, and why Millington's comments about the Gamecock coaching staff should excite fans. Could this commitment be another example of South Carolina identifying and landing a future star before the recruiting industry fully catches up? Subscribe for daily South Carolina Gamecocks football coverage, recruiting intel, transfer portal news, SEC football analysis, and everything happening around Shane Beamer's program. #Gamecocks #SouthCarolina #ShaneBeamer #Recruiting #GamecockFootball #SECFootball #CollegeFootball #TorrianGray #KelvinMillington #SouthCarolinaFootball Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    13 min
  4. Jun 25

    👀 BEHIND THE SCENES: Is South Carolina LEADING for Joshua Dobson?

    We've got new intel on where the Gamecocks stand with one of the nation's top defensive backs. In this episode of the Locked On Gamecocks Podcast, we break down the latest on **five-star cornerback Joshua Dobson** after speaking with sources close to **Texas A&M** about how the Aggies view their chances in this heated recruiting battle. Is South Carolina still the team to beat? Are the Aggies gaining momentum? We discuss the positives and concerns facing Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks as Dobson's commitment decision draws closer and give our confidence level on where things stand today. We discuss: * The latest intel on five-star CB Joshua Dobson * What Texas A&M sources are saying behind the scenes * Why South Carolina still has reasons to feel optimistic * The biggest hurdles the Gamecocks still have to overcome * Shane Beamer's recruiting pitch and where it stands * Our confidence level heading into Dobson's decision * Could South Carolina pull off one of its biggest recruiting wins of the Beamer era? Plus, South Carolina baseball continues to build one of the nation's top transfer portal classes. Kevin Schnall and his staff landed another major addition with **Wake Forest transfer JD Stein**, and we discuss whether the former Demon Deacon has what it takes to become the Gamecocks' everyday shortstop. We also cover: * What JD Stein brings to South Carolina's infield * Why shortstop was one of the biggest remaining needs on the roster * How Schnall continues to reshape the Gamecocks through the portal * Where South Carolina's transfer class ranks nationally * What's still left to accomplish before the roster is complete It's another packed episode covering everything from elite football recruiting to South Carolina baseball's impressive offseason rebuild. Subscribe for daily South Carolina football coverage, recruiting updates, baseball transfer portal news, SEC analysis, and Gamecock content all year long. #SouthCarolina #Gamecocks #ShaneBeamer #JoshuaDobson #Recruiting #GamecockFootball #JDStein #SouthCarolinaBaseball #TransferPortal #SECFootball #LockedOnGamecocks Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    23 min
  5. Jun 24

    🚨 South Carolina Flips a 4-Star WHILE We Were Recording! 😳🔥

    South Carolina football recruiting continues to heat up, and this episode of Locked On Gamecocks took an unexpected turn while we were recording. We start by breaking down the commitment of 2027 in-state offensive lineman James Ross and why the Ridge View standout may be one of the most underrated additions in South Carolina's recruiting class. Despite modest rankings, Ross possesses the athletic traits, basketball background, and positional versatility that offensive line coaches covet at the SEC level. Then, in the middle of recording, South Carolina received even more good news as four-star wide receiver Iveon Lewis officially flipped his commitment from Kentucky to the Gamecocks. We discuss what Lewis brings to the class, why this commitment matters, and what it says about the momentum Shane Beamer and his staff continue to build on the recruiting trail. We also discuss: Why James Ross may be a better prospect than his rankings suggest The importance of landing in-state talent How South Carolina continues to win recruiting battles across the Southeast What Iveon Lewis adds to the future of the wide receiver room Why recruiting momentum could continue throughout the summer The latest commitment decisions looming for several top Gamecock targets Plus, we close the show by discussing one of the biggest changes to college athletics in years. The NCAA has officially approved the new "Five-in-Five" eligibility model, fundamentally changing how eligibility will work moving forward. We explain what the rule means, what eligibility loopholes disappear, and how it could impact South Carolina football and college sports as a whole. Topics include: The new NCAA eligibility model explained What happens to redshirts, waivers, and extra years Why college football rosters will likely get younger How the rule impacts roster building and recruiting What it means for programs like South Carolina moving forward It was a busy day for Gamecock athletics with recruiting news, surprise commitments, and major NCAA developments all packed into one show. Subscribe for daily South Carolina football coverage, recruiting updates, transfer portal news, SEC analysis, and Gamecock content all year long. #SouthCarolina #Gamecocks #ShaneBeamer #GamecockFootball #Recruiting #IveonLewis #JamesRoss #SECFootball #CollegeFootball #NCAA Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://link.chtbl.com/LOGamecocks?sid=YouTube Locked On College Conferences, HBCU, Basketball & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnCollege Follow on social media Twitter/X: @vern_funquist Twitter/X: @LockedOnSC Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091552218542 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    25 min
4
out of 5
44 Ratings

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Locked On Gamecocks podcast is the daily podcast that keeps you ahead of the games and the first to know the latest news, analysis, and insider info for the South Carolina Gamecocks. Hosted by University of South Carolina graduate and longtime fan Andrew Lyon, the Locked On Gamecocks podcast provides your daily South Carolina Gamecocks fix with expert opinions, film reviews, interviews, recaps, local analysis, and coverage of all things Gamecocks. From the legendary Williams-Brice Stadium to the electrifying Colonial Life Arena, and everywhere in between, the Locked On Gamecocks podcast takes you beyond the headlines for the inside scoops from the biggest stories inside the Gamecocks locker room and the SEC. The Locked On Gamecocks podcast is part of the Locked On Podcast Network. Your Team. Every Day.

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