Grant Howard, a 2024 USC graduate who served as captain and president of the men’s rugby club, has been appointed Young Alumni Chair for the Carolina Rugby Foundation. In this newly developed role, Howard will drive engagement of young rugby alumni and encourage philanthropy and participation in Foundation events including With You Weekend and the Hall of Fame banquet. “We are delighted that Grant has joined the Foundation,” said Phil Harris, Chairman of the Carolina Rugby Fo

A candlelight vigil will be held 7:30 p.m., Wednesday on the Horseshoe to remember Erik Elken, a University of South Carolina junior and member of the men’s rugby club, who passed away Tuesday after a battle with cancer. All are invited. A Pennsylvania native and graduate of Conestoga High School, Elken was an accounting major. A 6’5, 243-pound lock, “Big E” was a two-year starter for the Gamecocks. While Elken was a dominant player, he is most remembered for his gentle spiri

University of South Carolina men’s rugby team ran by the University Georgia Friday 43-17 on senior night. The Gamecocks marked the celebratory event by starting an all-senior line up. Trys were scored by Grant Ruhlen (2). Nick DuBois (3) and Cole Maney. The USC B-side also notched a 41-0 victory over the Georgia reserves. See photos from the game