1986 South Carolina Gamecocks football team

In this article we will explore the fascinating life of 1986 South Carolina Gamecocks football team, a character who has left an indelible mark on the history of humanity. From his humble beginnings to his rise to fame, we will dive into the most intimate details of his career. Along with this, we will analyze his impact on society and his lasting legacy. 1986 South Carolina Gamecocks football team has been a source of inspiration for many, and through this article, we hope to shed light on his life and significant contributions.

1986 South Carolina Gamecocks football
ConferenceIndependent
Record3–6–2
Head coach
Offensive schemeRun N' Shoot
Defensive coordinatorTom Gadd (4th season)
Home stadiumWilliams–Brice Stadium
Seasons
← 1985
1987 →
1986 NCAA Division I-A independents football records
Conf Overall
Team W   L   T W   L   T
No. 1 Penn State   –   –   12 – 0 – 0
No. 2 Miami (FL)   –   –   11 – 1 – 0
No. 20 Virginia Tech   –   –   9 – 2 – 1
No. 19 Boston College   –   –   9 – 3 – 0
Tulsa   –   –   7 – 4 – 0
Florida State   –   –   7 – 4 – 1
Army   –   –   6 – 5 – 0
Southwestern Louisiana   –   –   6 – 5 – 0
Southern Miss   –   –   6 – 5 – 0
Temple   –   –   6 – 5 – 0
Pittsburgh   –   –   5 – 5 – 1
Rutgers   –   –   5 – 5 – 1
Cincinnati   –   –   5 – 6 – 0
Notre Dame   –   –   5 – 6 – 0
Syracuse   –   –   5 – 6 – 0
South Carolina   –   –   3 – 6 – 2
Tulane   –   –   4 – 7 – 0
West Virginia   –   –   4 – 7 – 0
Louisville   –   –   3 – 8 – 0
Navy   –   –   3 – 8 – 0
Wichita State   –   –   3 – 8 – 0
East Carolina   –   –   2 – 9 – 0
Northern Illinois   –   –   2 – 9 – 0
Memphis State   –   –   1 – 10 – 0
Rankings from AP Poll

The 1986 South Carolina Gamecocks football team represented the University of South Carolina as an independent during the 1986 NCAA Division I-A football season. Led by fourth-year head coach Joe Morrison, the Gamecocks compiled a record of 3–6–2.

Schedule

DateOpponentSiteTVResultAttendanceSource
August 30No. 3 Miami (FL)
ESPNL 14–3473,500
September 6at Virginia
L 20–3134,700
September 13Western Carolina
  • Williams-Brice Stadium
  • Columbia, SC
W 45–2465,731
September 27Georgia
  • Williams–Brice Stadium
  • Columbia, SC (rivalry)
ESPNL 26–3174,200
October 4No. 3 Nebraska
  • Williams–Brice Stadium
  • Columbia, SC
L 24–2773,109
October 11at Virginia Tech
T 27–2740,700
October 25East Carolina
  • Williams–Brice Stadium
  • Columbia, SC
W 38–368,327
November 1at No. 16 NC State
L 22–2350,230
November 8Florida State
  • Williams-Brice Stadium
  • Columbia, SC
L 28–4571,689
November 15Wake Forest
  • Williams-Brice Stadium
  • Columbia, SC
W 48–2164,186
November 22at No. 19 Clemson
T 21–2182,492
  • Rankings from AP Poll released prior to the game

References

  1. ^ "It's a breeze for Hurricanes in 34–14 win". The Miami Herald. August 31, 1986. Retrieved January 31, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  2. ^ "Virginia rolls to 30–20 win over South Carolina". The Montgomery Advertiser. September 7, 1986. Retrieved January 31, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  3. ^ "USC routs W. Carolina". Anderson Independent-Mail. September 14, 1986. Retrieved January 31, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  4. ^ "Georgia beats South Carolina in bizarre finish". The Charlotte Observer. September 28, 1986. Retrieved November 11, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
  5. ^ "Nebraska keeps second-half cool, fouls up Gamecocks' upset plans". Omaha World-Herald. October 5, 1986. Retrieved January 31, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  6. ^ "Gamecocks miss final field goal, tie Hokies 27–27". Greensboro News & Record. October 12, 1986. Retrieved January 31, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  7. ^ "USC rolls past East Carolina, 38–3". The Times and Democrat. October 26, 1986. Retrieved March 5, 2021 – via Newspapers.com.
  8. ^ "Miracles come to pass and kick". The News and Observer. November 2, 1986. Retrieved January 31, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  9. ^ "FSU rips Gamecocks". The Index-Journal. November 9, 1986. Retrieved January 31, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  10. ^ "Ellis skyrockets USC to rout over Deacons". The Rocky Mount Telegram. November 16, 1986. Retrieved January 31, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  11. ^ Ron Green (November 23, 1986). "No smiles: USC 21, Clemson 21". The Greenville News. p. 1D – via Newspapers.com.
  12. ^ "1986 South Carolina Gamecocks Schedule and Results". Sports Reference LLC. Retrieved January 31, 2024.


Stub icon

This college football 1980s season article is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it.

Stub icon

This article about a sports team in South Carolina is a stub. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it.

Wikious
Boobota
Sagapedia