Everything South Carolina fans need to know before game one

The 2024 football season begins for South Carolina football with a contest against Old Dominion on Saturday afternoon.

Kickoff is set for 4:20 p.m., and GamecockCentral.com has a complete guide on what you need to know.

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What channel is the game on?

If you cannot make it to the game in person, we have a handy guide that lets you know how you can watch.

The game is set to be broadcast on SEC Network, which is available nationwide from every major cable, satellite, and streaming provider. Use the SEC Network Channel Finder to find the specific channel for your provider.

Where should fans park in Columbia?

Our recommendation for the best Gamecock football game day parking experience is with our friends at Carolina Haven.

Members get access to a private, 8,300 square-foot clubhouse complete with air conditioning, bathrooms, ice machines, refrigerators, freezers, and televisions featuring college football action throughout the day.

Located right off Bluff Road, Carolina Haven also has 45 premium sites that include power and cable hookups. Choice and standard sites are also available.

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When do other parking lots open?

Gamecock Park and Woodstock parking lots open at 10:15 a.m., per USC.

The fairgrounds and armory parking lots will open an hour later, at 11:15 a.m.

Pregame Activities in Gamecock Village

Gamecock Village opens at 11:45 a.m. and will close at 3:45 p.m.

Maddie Rean is providing musical entertainment throughout the day.

Looking to grab an autograph from a Gamecock baseball or men’s basketball student-athlete? Several will be signing between 12:15 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.

If you are hungry or thirsty, multiple food trucks will be on site, and beer and seltzer can also be purchased.

What time is Gamecock Walk for South Carolina/Old Dominion?

Gamecock Walk will take place beginning in Gamecock Park at 2:10 p.m.

When do the gates open at Williams-Brice Stadium for the Old Dominion game?

The “early” stadium gates open at 2:15 p.m., while all gates open at 2:45 p.m.

Game Day Experiences from South Carolina

Gamecock fans have the opportunity during the 2024 season to purchase several unique experiences inside Williams-Brice Stadium.

Details below from USC:

• Halftime Photos with Cocky
• Pregame Sideline Photos
• Pregame Photos on The Field
• Postgame Photos on The Field
• Videoboard Message

Other opening times

At the Bignon Gameday Center, the box office and the Gameday Store both open at 12:15 p.m.

What will happen at halftime of the Old Dominion game?

The mighty sound of the Southeast – the Carolina band – will be on the field at halftime. According to the University of South Carolina, 500 band members from high schools will join in on the performance.

After the game is over…

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