South Carolina Gamecocks
2024 Season Results

South Carolina Gamecocks — 2024 Season Review

The South Carolina Gamecocks completed the 2024 season with a 9-4 overall record under head coach Shane Beamer, navigating a solid campaign as a member of the SEC. The program averaged 30.5 points per game while allowing 18.1 points per contest across 13 games.

Among the standout results were a 56-12 victory at home against Wofford Terriers, a 50-7 victory at home against Akron Zips, and a 35-9 victory on the road against Oklahoma Sooners. These performances illustrated the depth and determination that characterized the South Carolina Gamecocks throughout the 2024 campaign.

On the other side of the ledger, the South Carolina Gamecocks absorbed a narrow 25-27 defeat to Alabama Crimson Tide and a narrow 33-36 defeat to LSU Tigers. These results, while disappointing, provided valuable experience for a program focused on continued improvement.

The South Carolina Gamecocks went 5-3 in SEC competition during 2024, battling through a demanding conference slate that featured several tightly contested games. Every week in the SEC presented a unique challenge that shaped the identity of the program based in Columbia, SC.

The postseason brought Cheez-It Citrus Bowl: L 17-21, capping the 2024 campaign. The bowl game provided one final opportunity for the South Carolina Gamecocks to compete on a national stage and represent the program before the offseason began.

The South Carolina Gamecocks finished 5-2 in home games and 4-1 away from home during the 2024 season. The split between home and road performance provided insight into the team's ability to handle different environments throughout the schedule.

The offense found its stride as the season progressed, scoring 231 points in the second half of the schedule compared to 165 in the first half. Defensively, the unit allowed 18.1 points per game, a mark that played a significant role in determining the outcome of close contests throughout the 2024 campaign.

Looking at the full body of work, the South Carolina Gamecocks posted a 9-4 record in 2024, which demonstrated steady improvement. Across 13 games, the team outperformed opponents with a scoring margin of +12.4 points per game. These results positioned the program for future success.