The breaking news many Soda Citizens’ had on their lips yesterday was the rescheduling of the Gamecocks vs. SC State Bulldogs game due to impending weather effects from Hurricane Ian. The game was originally scheduled for Saturday at 12 p.m. but will now kick off at 7 p.m. tomorrow, Thurs., Sept. 29.
After speaking to:
- The Governor’s office
- State and local law enforcement agencies
- SC highway patrol
- And the National Weather Service
Ray Tanner — the athletic director for UofSC — said the “university is confident in [its] ability to host the game on Thursday at Williams-Brice Stadium.”
Thursday’s game
- Traffic staff, law enforcement, security, and other game day operations will be functioning as normal.
- Saturday tickets will be honored for Thursday’s game.
- Tickets will not be refunded and fans are encouraged to resell any unused tickets.
- The SC State Television Network announced the SEC Network will televise the game.
The Gamecocks aren’t the only ones being affected. Click here to see a list of high school football games, originally scheduled for Friday night, that have also been moved to Thursday.
Hurricane Ian updates
Yesterday, Gov. Henry McMaster shared updates on how the hurricane will impact our state.
- School closures are being assessed and announcements will be made if necessary.
- South Carolinians should prepare for bad weather.
- Stay tuned to verified sources for more information to come.
A National Weather Service representative communicated that wind, rain, possible storm surges, flash flooding, and other tropical storm effects will most likely begin on Thursday + continue into the weekend.
Local sources to follow: