The Series History: South Carolina vs. Kentucky

South Carolina's football program has struggled over the past decade to get past the Kentucky Wildcats, and Shane Beamer is looking to flip the script.

The annual meeting between the South Carolina Gamecocks and the Kentucky Wildcats in college football may not be the most notable in the Southeastern Conference (SEC), but it's one that fans from both sides look forward to. The two teams have faced each other 34 times, with South Carolina currently leading the series with a record of 19-14-1. However, this dominance has been challenged over the past decade, with Kentucky taking control of the series by winning seven of the last ten meetings.

The games have been closely contested in recent years, regardless of the victor. Four of the last ten games were decided by a touchdown or less, and two others were decided by 10 points or less. This shows how evenly matched these two teams have been and how their games often come down to the wire, adding another layer of excitement to this series.

Shane Beamer shaking hands with Mark Stoops after winning in Lexington last season (8th Oct., 2022) / Jordan Prather | USA Today Network

When playing in Columbia, Kentucky has averaged 20 points per game in the last decade, boasting a winning record of 3-2. These statistics underscore Kentucky's ability to perform under pressure and illustrate their resilience when playing away from their home turf. The most recent encounter between the two teams occurred last year in Kentucky, where South Carolina emerged victorious with a 24-14 win. This victory was significant for the Gamecocks, breaking the Wildcats' grasp on the series and affirming South Carolina's competitiveness.

Looking forward to their next match, South Carolina, under the leadership of head coach Shane Beamer, is aiming for a second consecutive win against Kentucky. Achieving this goal would strengthen their position in their respective tier of this conference and bring them one step closer to bowl eligibility, a significant milestone in any college football team's season. As the Gamecocks and Wildcats prepare to face off again, fans can look forward to another thrilling chapter in this intriguing series.

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