South Carolina Defeats No. 16 Florida, Ends SEC Losing Streak

Bakersfield, CA, October 10, 2026 — The University of South Carolina Gamecocks secured a significant victory against the No. 16 ranked Florida Gators on Saturday, with a final score of 38-19. The decisive win took place in Gainesville, Florida, marking a notable achievement for the Gamecock program.

A key factor in South Carolina’s success was the standout performance of quarterback LaNorris Sellers. His contributions were instrumental in the team’s ability to overcome the ranked Florida squad.

This victory holds particular importance for South Carolina as it concludes a prolonged losing streak in Southeastern Conference (SEC) play. The exact duration of this streak was not specified in the provided summary, but its conclusion represents a turning point for the team within the competitive SEC landscape.

The game’s outcome saw South Carolina score 38 points, while Florida managed 19. The specifics of how each team accumulated their points, such as touchdown plays, field goals, or defensive scores, were not detailed. Similarly, the precise nature of LaNorris Sellers’s standout performance—whether it involved passing yards, touchdowns, rushing, or other statistical achievements—was not provided.

Further details regarding the context of the game, such as the date it occurred, the overall season standings for both teams prior to this matchup, or any significant plays beyond Sellers’s general standout performance, are not available in the summary. The summary also does not specify any disciplinary actions, permits, or inspection outcomes related to this event.

Story summarized from the original created by MARK LONG, Associated Press on www.kget.com, see more information here.

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