HOUSTON (AP) — The Houston Texans are counting on Jadeveon Clowney to make some big hits. The team passed on a quarterback to select the South Carolina defensive end Thursday night. He was introduced Friday in Houston, joining a team that features 2012 Defensive Player of the Year J.J. Watt.
TIGERVILLE, S.C. (AP) — Former major leaguer Landon Powell was named head coach of the North Greenville baseball team. Powell played four years at South Carolina and helped the Gamecocks to three straight College World Series trips from 2002-04.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Kelvin Benjamin is confident he can become the Panthers’ new No. 1 receiver. The 28th overall pick in the NFL draft said yesterday during an introductory press conference, quote, “I think I can in due time.” But he’s quick to add that he plans to do the work to achieve his goal.
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) — Officials at North Carolina are working to reshape how the school works with athletes on everything from providing academic support to instructing them on NCAA rules. The goal is to avoid another scandal like the one that has shaken the school for nearly four years.
