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Couture's OT goal gives Sharks 2-1 win over Kings

Sun, 19 May 2013 01:33:00 EDT

The Los Angeles Kings are now the team bemoaning a late penalty while the San Jose Sharks celebrate a dramatic win.

Jimmie Johnson races to record 4th All-Star win

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:53:00 EDT

Cross another milestone off of Jimmie Johnson's list. He stands alone in All-Star history.

Red Wings beat Blackhawks 4-1, even series

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:43:00 EDT

In case they weren't aware already, the Chicago Blackhawks now know they're going to have to earn it if they want to get past Detroit.

Pacers knock out Knicks with 106-99 win in Game 6

Sun, 19 May 2013 00:33:00 EDT

Indiana spent the entire season perfecting its defense.

Coach K return to US team no longer ruled out

Sat, 18 May 2013 22:53:00 EDT

By The Associated Press Mike Krzyzewski is no longer ruling out a return as coach of the U.S. Olympic men's basketball team.

Derby winner Orb disappoints in the Preakness

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:33:00 EDT

Orb came up short in the Preakness, frustrating everyone who made the Kentucky Derby winner a 3-5 favorite - no one more than trainer Shug McGaughey.

Ed Carpenter earns Indy 500 pole

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:23:00 EDT

Ed Carpenter turned Pole Day into a family celebration.

No Triple Crown: Oxbow upsets Orb at Preakness

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:13:00 EDT

Right from the start, a horse trained by one not so over-the-hill Hall of Famer and ridden by another took control of the Preakness. The result: a huge upset and the end of any hopes for a Triple Crown attempt at the Belmont...

Stevens rides Oxbow to 3rd Preakness win

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:43:00 EDT

Although no one really keeps track of such things, Gary Stevens had no problem making the assessment with complete conviction.

Chella Choi takes lead at Mobile Bay LPGA Classic

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:43:00 EDT

Anna Nordqvist was putting like a rookie again - and that's a good thing.

Golfer scores new car after a hole-in-one during BMW Pro-Am

Joe Gagnon — Fri, 17 May 2013 13:47:00 EDT

For thirteen years, BMW has been hosting the charity Pro-Am golf tournament in the Upstate, and no one hit a hole-in-one on the 9th hole at Thornblade to win a brand new BMW - until now.

Sheriff: Ex-NASCAR driver Dick Trickle dead at 71

Thu, 16 May 2013 19:15:00 EDT

Authorities in North Carolina say former NASCAR driver Dick Trickle has died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was 71.

Daniel beats Chapman in softball playoff rematch

Casey Vaughn — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:47:00 EDT

Chapman High School lost to Daniel High School's softball team in a playoff rematch on Monday following a disputed final score in last week's game.

USC Upstate names Fowler interim athletic director

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:58:00 EDT

USC Upstate says a former North Carolina State athletic director will be the temporary leader of its athletic programs.

SCHSL suspends high school softball playoff

Erika Kent — Thu, 9 May 2013 17:32:00 EDT

The South Carolina High School League froze the softball playoffs between Chapman High School and Seneca High School and Daniel High School and Union High School on Wednesday.

Tar Heels, Gamecocks to kickoff in Charlotte in 2015

Thu, 9 May 2013 13:48:00 EDT

North Carolina and South Carolina will meet to open the 2015 college football season in Charlotte's Bank of America Stadium.

49ers draft Marcus Lattimore

Dal Kalsi — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 15:19:00 EDT

The San Francisco 49ers selected Upstate native and South Carolina running back Marcus Lattimore in the fourth round of the NFL draft Saturday.

Former Gamecock headed to NFL

Dal Kalsi — Sat, 27 Apr 2013 09:50:00 EDT

The Houston Texans selected South Carolina safety D.J. Swearinger with the No. 57 overall pick in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft. Swearinger was called one most physical defensive backs in his time at USC.

Former Greenwood football player heads to NFL

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 09:49:00 EDT

The Houston Texans have selected LSU defensive end Sam Montgomery in the third round of the NFL draft.

Houston picks Clemson's Hopkins in 1st round of Draft

Casey Vaughn — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 08:50:00 EDT

While the world awaits the top college players to be chosen by NFL teams Thursday night, fans across South Carolina were cheering on their favorite players, including Clemson's DeAndre Hopkins.

This Hour: Latest South Carolina news, sports, business and entertainment

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:28:00 EDT

Authorities are reporting few problems with the Spring Harley-Davidson motorcycle Rally along the Grand Strand.

This Hour: Latest South Carolina sports:

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:36:00 EDT

IMG College and Cumulus Broadcasting are staying with the official flagship station of South Carolina athletics with a new four-year contract.

Sports Minute: Here is the latest South Carolina sports from The AP

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:36:00 EDT

IMG College and Cumulus Broadcasting are staying with the official flagship station of South Carolina athletics with a new four-year contract. The pact was announced Friday with WNKT-FM (107.5) runs through 2017. Financial...

Sports Minute: Here is the latest South Carolina sports news from The Associated Press

Fri, 17 May 2013 03:57:00 EDT

Authorities in North Carolina say former NASCAR driver Dick Trickle has died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was 71. The Lincoln County Sheriff's Office says authorities received a call believed to be...

This Hour: Latest South Carolina sports

Fri, 17 May 2013 03:50:00 EDT

Authorities in North Carolina say former NASCAR driver Dick Trickle has died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was 71.

South Carolina signs juco player of year

Wed, 15 May 2013 17:51:00 EDT

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley has signed the junior college player of the year in 5-foot-7 guard Olivia Gaines.

Holbrook handling ups and downs with Gamecocks

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:39:00 EDT

South Carolina baseball coach Chad Holbrook hasn't been surprised by anything that's happened during his debut season, not even the second-guessing from fans expecting more after two national championships and a...

Clemson signs 6-10 Djitte from Senegal

Wed, 15 May 2013 11:51:00 EDT

Clemson has added 6-foot-10 Sidy Djitte (SIH'-dee zhih-TAY') of Senegal to its newest men's basketball class.

USC Upstate making mark in NCAA softball

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:10:00 EDT

USC Upstate softball coach Chris Hawkins hopes his Atlantic Sun Conference champions have the same joy and success in the NCAA tournament as Florida Gulf Coast did in the men's NCAA basketball tournament.

Okla. St hosts S. Carolina in basketball challenge

Tue, 14 May 2013 16:30:00 EDT

Oklahoma State will host South Carolina in the new Big12/SEC Challenge in December.

Jimmie Johnson races to record 4th All-Star win

Sat, 18 May 2013 23:57:00 EDT

Jimmie Johnson became the first four-time winner of NASCAR's annual All-Star race Saturday night at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Coach K return to US team no longer ruled out

Sat, 18 May 2013 22:20:00 EDT

By The Associated Press Mike Krzyzewski is no longer ruling out a return as coach of the U.S. Olympic men's basketball team.

Fans vote Patrick into Sprint All-Star race

Sat, 18 May 2013 21:00:00 EDT

Danica Patrick won the fan vote to race in the Sprint All-Star race.

McMurray and Stenhouse race into All-Star Race

Sat, 18 May 2013 20:48:00 EDT

Jamie McMurray has won the Sprint Showdown to transfer into the $1 million All-Star Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Staal to miss 3 offseason months with sprained MCL

Sat, 18 May 2013 11:44:00 EDT

The Carolina Hurricanes say they expect captain Eric Staal to be ready to start next season after suffering a scary-looking knee injury during an international tournament.

This Hour: Latest North Carolina sports:

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:36:00 EDT

Carl Edwards captured the pole for the Sprint All-Star race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Sports Minute: Here is the latest North Carolina sports from The AP

Sat, 18 May 2013 03:36:00 EDT

Carl Edwards captured the pole for the Sprint All-Star race at Charlotte Motor Speedway. Edwards, the 2011 winner in the exhibition event, completed three laps and a four-tire pit stop Friday night in 1 minute, 51.297...

Busch snaps streak, wins Truck race at Charlotte

Fri, 17 May 2013 22:32:00 EDT

Kyle Busch snapped a seven-race drought on the NASCAR Truck Series by winning Friday night at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Edwards grabs poll for Sprint All-Star race

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:23:00 EDT

Carl Edwards captured the pole for the Sprint All-Star race at Charlotte Motor Speedway.

Busch will understand if Kahne retaliates soon

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:35:00 EDT

Kyle Busch won't be surprised if Kasey Kahne intentionally wrecks him sometime soon.