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South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley provided injury updates during the team's first official practice of the 2026-27 season. While several players are recovering from significant injuries, the team is preparing for an exhibition game against College of Charleston. Staley emphasized the advantage of having a full 15-player roster to manage rehab timelines without pressure.
Heather Hall, a professor and alumna of the College of Charleston, died in a high-speed trolley crash in Lisbon, Portugal, that killed at least 17 people. The accident occurred due to a cable malfunction on a funicular trolley designed for steep routes. Hall was in Lisbon to speak at a conference and was known for her work in literacy and special education, as well as her love of travel. The college expressed deep condolences and offered support resources for students and staff.
The University of Louisville is expected to hire College of Charleston's Pat Kelsey as their new head basketball coach, pending final contract discussions. Kelsey, known for his successful coaching career and strong leadership, is set to take over a Louisville program in need of rebuilding. With back-to-back NCAA Tournament appearances at Charleston, Kelsey brings a track record of success to the Cardinals.
The University of Louisville is expected to announce the replacement for former men's basketball coach Kenny Payne, with sources indicating that College of Charleston head coach Pat Kelsey will be named as the new head coach. Kelsey, a Cincinnati native, has had successful coaching stints at College of Charleston and Winthrop, and has ties to the Louisville program through his previous work with former head coach Chris Mack. The official announcement is anticipated to be made during a press conference on Thursday, pending approval from the ULAA Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
The Alabama Crimson Tide secured a 109-96 victory over College of Charleston, with Mark Sears leading the charge with 30 points. The team's strong performance, including a standout showing from Latrell Wrightsell Jr and Rylan Griffen, marked a significant rebound after a series of uneven games. Next, they face Grand Canyon University in the NCAA Tournament, anticipating a challenging matchup against the spirited 'Lopes from Phoenix.
The Seattle Mariners have selected right-handed pitcher Brody Hopkins from the College of Charleston in the sixth round of the 2023 MLB Draft. Hopkins, who also played as an outfielder, possesses a premium frame and impressive athleticism. While his college pitching stats may not reflect his potential, Hopkins has shown a low-to-mid 90s fastball with good sinking action, a strong slider, and a changeup with significant downward drop. Seattle's track record of developing athletic pitchers makes Hopkins an exciting pick with high upside, despite the risk of him becoming a reliever.
San Diego State Aztecs secured a 63-57 victory over College of Charleston in the NCAA Tournament, ending the Mountain West's agonizing losing streak in the tournament that had stretched to 11. The Aztecs squandered a nine-point lead again in an NCAA Tournament game that it seemingly had under control, but then it decided enough was enough, that it wasn’t ready for the season to end. The fifth-seeded Aztecs (28-6) now advance to the round of 32 here Saturday against the 13th-seeded Paladins.