Columbia, South Carolina, October 27, 2025
News Summary
Despite recent challenges on the field, South Carolina’s football and basketball programs celebrated a productive recruiting weekend in Columbia. Key highlights included a scholarship offer to Irmo’s Corey Miller, showcasing his versatility as a class of 2029 prospect. Additionally, five-star offensive lineman Darius Gray committed to the Gamecocks, boosting their recruiting class ranking. On the women’s side, Kelsi Andrews, a top 2026 recruit, chose South Carolina for her recovery support and culture. The programs are now looking to build on this positive momentum as they pursue more elite prospects.
Columbia, South Carolina – South Carolina’s football and basketball programs celebrated a successful recruiting weekend despite challenges on the field during Saturday’s game. A large group of potential recruits visited Columbia, and early feedback has been overwhelmingly positive.
Among the standout moments of the weekend was the scholarship offer extended to Irmo High School athlete, Corey Miller. This marks Miller’s second power conference offer, with his first coming from the Cincinnati Bearcats. Despite not yet receiving an offer from South Carolina, his older brother, Maleek Miller, who is a strong receiver and holds multiple power conference offers, attended the visit.
Corey Miller, a class of 2029 prospect, showcased versatility as a player, excelling in the roles of wide receiver, running back, and defensive back for his high school team, the Yellow Jackets. He stands at 6 feet 1 inch, weighs 190 pounds, and boasts a 4.5-second 40-yard dash, which reflects his strong positional size and notable leaping ability. Although the Rivals ranking for the class of 2029 has not yet been established, Corey Miller is already recognized as one of the top freshmen in South Carolina, having demonstrated his skills at a USC 7-on-7 camp earlier this summer.
Additionally, Corey Miller’s teammates, Jaiden Bryant and Nate Carson, further exemplify the depth of talent in the area. Both are four-star recruits in the 2027 class, with Bryant projected to be a future five-star EDGE player, while Carson is touted as a four-star two-way lineman rated as an offensive tackle.
In a boost for South Carolina’s football program, five-star interior offensive lineman Darius Gray recently committed to the Gamecocks. His commitment propelled the team’s recruiting class ranking from No. 22 to No. 19 nationally. Gray was the last available five-star prospect in the 2026 college football recruiting class, and his decision was influenced by multiple visits to South Carolina and a scholarship offer made in June 2022. He chose South Carolina over prominent contenders such as Clemson, Tennessee, Ohio State, and LSU. Although Gray is currently playing left tackle in high school at Richmond (Va.) St. Christopher’s School, he is projected to play as a guard at the collegiate level and is also noted for his talent in basketball.
On the women’s side, Kelsi Andrews, a top recruit in girls’ basketball for the 2026 class, made the decision to commit to the South Carolina women’s basketball team, choosing the program over strong competition from Virginia, Auburn, and LSU. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches tall, Andrews cited the culture and support from coaches as key factors in her commitment, especially through her recovery from ACL injuries. She is reuniting with a pipeline of favorable recruits from the FBC club program out of Georgia that have previously joined South Carolina’s program.
Looking ahead, the Gamecocks women’s team is actively targeting additional prospects in the 2026 class, including international players and five-star recruits, as they continue to build on their promising recruiting momentum.
FAQ
Where did South Carolina host the group of recruits?
South Carolina hosted a large group of recruits in Columbia on Saturday.
Was the visit successful despite the team’s performance?
Yes, despite a less than ideal performance on the field, the visit was deemed a success.
Who received a scholarship offer during the visit?
Irmo High School athlete Corey Miller received a scholarship offer during the visit.
What are Corey Miller’s attributes as a player?
Corey Miller is 6’1″ tall, weighs 190 pounds, runs a 4.5 40-yard dash, and is recognized for his strong positional size and leaping ability.
What notable commitment was made to the South Carolina football program?
Darius Gray, a five-star interior offensive lineman, committed to South Carolina, boosting the recruiting class ranking from No. 22 to No. 19 nationally.
What factors influenced Kelsi Andrews’ commitment to South Carolina?
Kelsi Andrews cited the culture and support from coaches as the reasons for her commitment, especially through her recovery from ACL injuries.
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