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Gamecocks Face Coppin State Amid Winning Streak, Injury

1/18/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks (18-1) will play Coppin State (4-15) on January 18, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland.
The non-conference matchup provides Coppin State a revenue boost since the program typically draws only 200 fans.
South Carolina aims to sustain momentum after an 11-game winning streak.
Reserve forward Adhel Tac will miss the game due to a nasal injury.

History

Historical Context

In 1984, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled in NCAA v. Board of Regents, allowing colleges to negotiate their own television contracts, which significantly boosted revenue for programs. This change has led to disparities in funding, exemplified by the South Carolina Gamecocks' strong performance and Coppin State's financial struggles, highlighting ongoing challenges for smaller programs in maintaining competitiveness in college athletics.

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Story summary

The No. 2 South Carolina Gamecocks (18-1) will play Coppin State (4-15) on January 18, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland.
The non-conference matchup provides Coppin State a revenue boost since the program typically draws only 200 fans.
South Carolina aims to sustain momentum after an 11-game winning streak.
Reserve forward Adhel Tac will miss the game due to a nasal injury.

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