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Thursday, February 28, 2013  The University of South Carolina announced a $45 increase to season ticket prices for 2013, raising the cost to $365 a seat for the Gamecocks seven-game schedule. The school says the money will help pay for facility upgrades.

Monday, December 03, 2012  The University of South Carolina Board of Trustees has approved a two-year contract extension for head football coach Steve Spurrier.  The deal keeps him with the football program through 2017.

Friday, November 30, 2012 

Saturday, June 30, 2012  Spurrier bonuses improved; Staley gets raise.

Thursday, May 24, 2012  The chairman of Clemson University's board of trustees says the panel has no viable proposal before it to move to another league, but he says it would consider one if one comes.

Tuesday, March 27, 2012  Frank Martin will take over the Gamecock men's basketball program.

Wednesday, September 22, 2010  The NFL Players Association has set up a trust fund for Kenny McKinley’s one year old son.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010  Rather than replace Reggie Bush, who returned his trophy after a scandal erupted, the officials who administer the award decided it would remain vacant for that year.

Thursday, February 11, 2010  University of South Carolina trustees have approved a deal to double assistant coach Ellis Johnson's salary, raising his compensation to $700,000 a year.

Monday, January 25, 2010  5 college football conferences receive record amount from 2010 BCS bowl games

Wednesday, January 20, 2010  NFL players lobby Congress in battles with league over antitrust, possible work stoppage

Wednesday, January 13, 2010  Supreme Court justices don't seem interested in giving NFL blanket antitrust protection

Monday, June 29, 2009  The Supreme Court agreed Monday to decide whether the National Football League and its 32 teams can enter an exclusive licensing deal with a maker of team jerseys and other gear without violating federal antitrust law.

Thursday, October 23, 2008  University of South Carolina trustees are expected to vote on an amended contract for longtime head baseball coach Ray Tanner.