South Carolina men's basketball announces fan event Oct. 26
As South Carolina burns through practice over the course of October, the Gamecocks are giving fans a chance to catch the team in action at the end of the month.
The Gamecocks are hosting a Garnet and Black Madness Oct. 26 at Colonial Life Arena. It’s a free event open to the public. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. with the event beginning at 7 p.m.
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The event, according to a release, will include an intrasquad scrimmage. More information will be released closer to the date.
South Carolina has an exhibition against Mars Hill Nov. 2 before beginning the season in earnest Nov. 8 against South Carolina State. After that is a game Nov. 11 against Clemson before a multi-team event in Charleston the following week.
Lamont Paris is in his first season at South Carolina. He takes over after a few years at UT-Chattanooga, which included a trip to the NCAA Tournament in 2022. The Mocs finished with 27 wins and finished No. 67 in KenPom last season.
From South Carolina media relations
COLUMBIA, S.C. – South Carolina men’s basketball announced today, Garnet & Black Madness, a free event that’s open to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 26 at Colonial Life Arena.
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Fans will be introduced to the team and get to catch them in action for the first time with a intrasquad scrimmage. Parking will be available around Colonial Life Arena. Doors will open at 6:15 p.m. (ET) and fans are asked to use the main entrance of the building. The event will begin at 7 p.m.
“I’m excited to welcome our fans back to Colonial Life Arena for this event,” said head coach Lamont Paris. “We’ve been working extremely hard to get ready for the season and want to showcase that for all of you. It’s going to be a fun atmosphere and I hope you come out to see our team. Our players and staff can’t wait to meet all of you.”
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Additional information will be released ahead of Garnet & Black Madness.
The Gamecocks will host Mars Hill on Nov. 2 for an exhibition game and then open their season on Nov. 8 vs. SC State at 7 p.m. on SEC Network.
It’s not too late to secure season tickets for the New Chapter of Gamecock men’s basketball. To learn more, visit: https://thegamecockclub.com/mbb/.
