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Ramon Galloway finds a new school

April 11, 2011 By

Ramon Galloway is heading to the Atlantic 10

Former USC guard Ramon Galloway is reportedly transferring to La Salle. The news was first reported in the Philadelphia Daily News.

Galloway averaged 10.7 points per game last season, the third highest average on the team. He was used mostly off the bench and started just four games.

Galloway announced last month his plans to leave the Gamecock program. His high school coach indicated Darrin Horn told Galloway he would most likely be the eighth or ninth go off the bench if he stayed for his junior season.

Galloway is a Philadelphia native. He will have to sit out one season before he is eligible to play.

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Galloway and Spinella leaving USC hoops

March 22, 2011 By

Ramon Galloway leaving after two years

USC basketball coach Darrin Horn announced today that sophomore guards Ramon Galloway and Stephen Spinella will not be back next season.

“As a staff we wish Ramon and Stephen the best in their futures, both as basketball players and young men,” Horn said. “We’re committed to helping both of them continue their basketball and academic careers. We appreciate what they brought to our program during their time at South Carolina.”

Galloway played in all 30 games for USC last season and started in four. He averaged 10.7 points, 2.6 rebounds and 1.7 assist per game. He played about 24 minutes per game. He averaged just over nine points per game over his two year career.

“I have enjoyed my two years here at the University of South Carolina,” Galloway said. “At this time I’m going to transfer to another university. I’m looking for a different opportunity and role. I would like to thank Coach Horn and wish him and the program the best.”

Spinella played in 15 games last season, most of which were early in the year. He averaged just 2.5 points and 1.4 rebounds in those games.

“I enjoyed the past two years here at South Carolina,” Spinella said. “I have decided to pursue other opportunities. I appreciate everything Coach Horn and the team have allowed me to accomplish. I wish the team the best of luck in the future.”

USC is coming off a 14-16 season. They finished 5-11 in the SEC.

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One and done for USC at SEC Tournament

March 10, 2011 By

USC makes a quick exit from the SEC Tournament

USC’s visit to Atlanta was short lived. The Gamecocks lost 66-55 to Ole Miss in the opening round of the SEC Tournament Thursday ending what has been a tough third season for coach Darrin Horn. The team finishes the season with a 14-16 record. They lost nine of their final ten games down the stretch.

AUDIO: Darrin Horn postgame

It was the same old story in this one: USC struggled with its shot and gave up a lot of uncontested shots in the paint. The team shot just 29 percent from the floor, 26 percent from 3-point land. Meanwhile the Rebels scored 30 points in the paint, about half of which came on dunk shots.

USC opened the game with a three-pointer by Bruce Ellington and Lakeem Jackson scored on the next possession to give the Gamecocks a 5-0 lead. The Rebels answered with a 17-0 run and never relinquished the lead from there.

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Vols send Gamecock seniors out on a losing note 73-69

March 3, 2011 By

Sam Muldrow scores a career high 24 points in his last home appearance

Tennessee spoiled the Senior Night festivities for USC’s Sam Muldrow and Johndre Jefferson beating the Gamecocks  73-69 Thursday night at the Colonial Life Arena.  It’s the Gamecocks seventh loss in their last eight games, and it’s Tennessee’s 9th straight win over he Gamecocks.

USC falls to 14-14 overall and 5-10 in the SEC.   Tennessee improved to 18-12 and 8-7 in the league. 

AUDIO: Darrin Horn

The Vols jumped out to a big first half lead shooting nearly 62% in the first 20 minutes.  They led 40-23 at the break.  USC shot shot just 31% in the first half.

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Gamecocks break their streak with 79-73 win over Ole Miss

February 22, 2011 By

Eric Smith's efforts off the bench helped the Gamecocks end their losing streak

USC broke its five game losing streak Tuesday night with a 79-73 win over Ole Miss at the Colonial Life Arena.  It’s the Gamecocks first win since defeating LSU in Baton Rouge February 2nd, and its their first home win since January 19th against Arkansas.

USC improves to 14-12 and 5-8 in the SEC.  Ole Miss falls to 17-11 and 5-8 in league play. 

AUDIO: Darrin Horn post game news conference

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