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South Carolina Gamecocks Defensive Lineman Plans to Enter the Transfer Portal

Transfer portal season has begun with the window set to open in January. South Carolina's roster is already seeing movement as (blank player) announces plans to enter the transfer portal.
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Former Gamecock Commit Zavion Hardy / Zavion Hardy on X
Former Gamecock Commit Zavion Hardy / Zavion Hardy on X

The college football transfer portal window will officially open at the beginning of January, however several players across the nation are already making their plans to enter the portal known. South Carolina's roster is no stranger to this as defensive lineman Zavion Hardy announces his decision to enter the portal via his X account on Thursday.

Hardy was transferred to South Carolina in last year's cycle as the number one ranked junior college (JUCO) player in the country. He was the only JUCO signee of the 2024 class for Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks. However things have not worked out for Hardy in a Carolina uniform as he only appeared in one game this season against Coastal Carolina and didn't log a stat.

The now former Gamecock announced his transfer decision on his X account saying "I will be entering the transfer portal!! AGTG."

Opens door for incoming freshman

Hardy's departure only opens the door that much more for incoming true freshmen to compete for early playing time. South Carolina signed 12 of its 14 man class during the start of Wednesday's Early Signing Day period, with the remaining two set to sign today.

Four-star Aiden Harris, Four-star Noah Clark, and three-star edge Keenan Britt will have the opportunity to come in and compete for playing time right away. The Gamecocks should bring in some transfer portal additions into the room, but Hardy's departure along with eligibility losses will open a path to playing time for those in Columbia next fall.

This is the second player to enter the portal since South Carolina 's football season ended on Nov 29. Now former Gamecocks' offensive lineman Nick Sharpe announced his plans to enter the transfer portal on Wednesday.

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Alex Joyce is a graduate from the University of Georgia with a degree in Journalism. Alex began his career in television as a news and sports reporter. During his career, Alex has been able to cover everything from breaking news to the game’s brightest moments. His passion for journalism drives him to deliver compelling stories and to connect with his audiences.

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