November 29, 2014 by The Sumter Item

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Crowds turn out for sales bonanza BY MATT BRUCE matthew@theitem.com The holiday shopping season officially got underway Friday as retailers across the nation braced for the busiest consumer day of the year. Black Friday hit the area, and Sumter shoppers partook in the bonanza of sales, flood-

ing into stores. Lines of shoppers on Friday filtered into JCPenney in Sumter, which opened its doors at 5 p.m. Thursday. At nearby Simpson Hardware and Sports, more than 100 people lined up in front of the store by the time it opened early Friday. The scene inside the shop late Friday morning was kinetic as shoppers filled

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the aisles, rummaging for bargains on hunting equipment, fishing items and firearms. “It’s definitely our biggest day and our best day historically,” Simpson store manager Shawn Matthews said. “This time of year, we have a lot of other promotions, so we call it a marathon and not just

NEW YORK (AP) — Black Friday seemed a little less crazy this year. There were squabbles here and there, and elbows got thrown, but the Friday morning crowds appeared smaller than usual and less frenzied, in part because

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Jessica Johnson, left, hands a pie to Janelle Buniel to add to the Thanksgiving food box she’s packing. Both were volunteering their time at Sumter United Ministries, and Buniel is a student at University of South Carolina Sumter. About 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, cars lined up along South Artillery Drive to pick up Thanksgiving food boxes from the organization. It collected between 160 and 170 turkeys and hams for the giveaway, said Mark Champagne, executive director of the nonprofit.

Sumterites hold vigil, share thoughts on jury’s decision not to indict officer BY MATT BRUCE matt@theitem.com As the nation watched a second firestorm develop in Ferguson, Missouri, this week, Shaakira Lewis looked on in horror. “It was scary watching it,” she said as tears streamed down her face Tuesday. Lewis, a freshman at Morris College in Sumter, grew up just outside St. Louis in a suburb about 10 minutes north of Ferguson. She knew Michael Brown, an unarmed 18-year-old black man who was gunned down by a Ferguson police officer in early August. The shooting sparked a whirlwind of fury and drew in-

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ternational media attention when it occurred, sending a city near a metropolitan area up in flames as protests and civil unrest ensued for weeks. On Monday, anger roiled over again after a grand jury decided not to indict Darren Wilson, the white officer who fatally shot Brown. Lewis was still living in the St. Louis area in August when Brown’s shooting occurred. She saw firsthand how angry residents tore her city apart. Now she’s more than 800 miles from her hometown and said the images she sees on television frighten her. “I already know, from seeing what it was like before, after

this … it’s scary,” she said. “I really might not have anywhere to go home to. I might have a home to go back to, but it won’t be home. It won’t be the same. They’re angry.” According to media reports, the Ferguson protests are primarily concentrated in St. Louis’ predominantly black north end as well as several outlying suburbs. The shooting was one of several incidents in the country to occur this year during which police officers used lethal force against an unarmed black male. This week’s grand jury decision has brought racial tensions between law enforcement and black communities

to the national forefront. It’s also generated a firestorm of protests across the country as many question whether America’s legal system works for minorities.

The discussions born out of Ferguson have birthed debates across the country, and several Sumter residents expressed

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Shaw gates will close in December, January Throughout December and January, there will be two gate-closure periods affecting personnel and visitors to Shaw Air Force Base. The privately operated vehicle East gate, located off U.S. 378, will be closed Dec. 1-10. During this period, the commercial gate will remain open for contractors. The Rhodes gate, located off S.C. 441, will be closed from Dec. 20 through Jan. 9. Personnel and visitors should use alternate gates for base access during these periods.

County OKs 2nd reading about cell tower height During Sumter County Council’s meeting Tuesday, council members discussed a way to explain an increase in taxes to constituents. In other news stemming from the meeting: • Council conducted a brief executive session during the fiscal, tax and property committee meeting. After the session, Chairman Larry Blanding said that the discussion was regarding a contractual matter in which no action was necessary at the time. • Council discussed a request to revise the resolution in regard to the tax increment financing plan, which council previously approved for an extension. According to the revision, the TIF will extend funds to an amount no more than $10 million instead of the original $5 million for the city’s existing redevelopment plan for the downtown area. • After the fiscal, tax and property committee meeting, council also conducted a meeting for Sumter County Forfeited Land Commission in which they held executive session to discuss 10 contractual matters pertaining to area property. • During the regular Sumter County Council meeting, council approved the second reading of a request from Farmers Telephone Co-op to amend the maximum 100 feet regulation on the height of cell towers in residentially zoned districts.

State prison system to offer video visits COLUMBIA — South Carolina’s prison system will soon allow inmates to conduct video visits with family members in hopes of cutting down on repeat offenders. The pilot program will allow inmates at the Broad River and Graham correctional institutions in Columbia to visit with family members via video link with the Coastal Pre-Release Center in Charleston, Corrections Department Director Bryan Stirling said.

Join Red Cross to make handmade cards BY JADE REYNOLDS jade@theitem.com

“Normally, we receive cards from trusted organizations and/or groups like schools, colleges, etc.,” said Wilfredo Solis, Service to Armed Forces coordinator for the Palmetto SC Region. “We like to receive the cards by Dec. 12.” The card campaign started as a Red Cross National Headquarters program in 2003 to support service members in Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Iraqi Freedom and overseas U.S. military installations. As of 2014, it became a locally run Red Cross program because of the downsizing of military operations overseas, Solis said. Holiday Mail for Heroes has also been combined with the Red Cross Holiday Campaign this year, which encourages Americans to give meaningful gifts this time of year. These “presents” might take the form of the

If cheering people up with handmade cards is your passion, then the American Red Cross has a program for you. About 30,000 cards will be delivered to servicemen and servicewomen at VFWs, American Legions, VA clinics and hospitals throughout the state this year through the humanitarian organization’s Holiday Mail for Heroes project, said Nancy Cataldo, executive director of the Sumter-based Sandhills Red Cross chapter. The catch is someone has to make these gifts of well wishes. “The events need to be supervised by a Red Crosser,” she said. “So anything a group would do will have to be coordinated with us. We have blank cards in the office they can come sign as well.” But the deadline is fast approaching.

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The deadline for the American Red Cross’ Holiday Mail for Heroes program is fast approaching. Contact Wilfredo Solis at wilfredo.solis@redcross.org if you or your group is interested in participating. cheerful cards, a blood donation or volunteering to help those in need. For more information or to participate, contact Solis at wilfredo.solis@ redcross.org.

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Colleen Yates is sworn in to her Ward 4 city council seat Tuesday afternoon during a ceremony at the City Centre in Sumter.

City council swears in victorious candidates BY MATT BRUCE matthew@theitem.com It was a return to city government Tuesday for several city officials. And for some, the wait was long coming. Four victorious candidates were inaugurated into city council during a swearing-in ceremony at City Centre in downtown Sumter. Third Circuit Court Judge George James Jr. administered the oath of office for each council member. Three of them were incumbents entering terms after being re-elected during the Nov. 4 general vote. But Ward 4 councilwoman Colleen Yates was returning to the voting board more than 30 years after she last held a council seat. Yates served several years as a councilwoman before stepping down in 1984. She dispatched opponent Alan Cannon in a Nov. 18 runoff election to earn her return bid, finishing out the final two

years of former ward councilman Charlie Burns’ term. “It’s dangerous for me to get a microphone, and I can tell that some of you are nervous already,” she joked as she took the podium moments after taking her oath. The outspoken delegate noted she has remained active in several local civic organizations since leaving council. “I’m very pleased to be back,” she said. “There are some things that I would like to see us work on, that maybe I can offer some help. It’s a good thing, and I am tickled to death to be a part of it.” Thomas “Bubba” Lowery, Calvin Hastie and Bob Galiano joined Yates at the front podium during the ceremony. Lowery began his third term as the Ward 1 representative, while Hastie entered his second term. Hastie, a longtime military man, recognized his 93-year-old mother, a 32-

year teacher who sat in the crowd amid many of his family members and supporters. He told how she raised him and his four siblings, teaching them the importance of education and service. “I prepared all my life to serve my country,” Hastie said. “But God called me back home to serve my community. And it’s just an honor for me to serve here in Sumter.” Bob Galiano was sworn in as the senior council member and became the mayor pro tem. He entered his fifth full term as his wife, children and several grandchildren were on hand to watch. “This really is the truest thing to democracy we have — city council, county council, the school board,” he said. “This is it. This is where the rubber meets the road. And I thank you so much for the confidence that you’ve enlisted in me to re-elect me after 22 years of serving on the council.”

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POLICE BLOTTER CHARGES Shaita Stevens, 28, of Wedgefield, was arrested after 10 a.m. Tuesday and charged with driving under suspension, third offense, after a traffic stop at South Main and Hoyt streets. Marcus Tyrell Robinson, 28, of 580 Eagle Road, Wedgefield, was arrested Tuesday and charged with three counts of second-degree criminal sexual conduct after reports that he had sex with two underage girls between March 2011 and May. A judge set his bond at $90,000. Timothy Andrews, 27, of 724 Nelson St., was arrested Nov. 20 and charged with malicious injury to property and violation of order of protection after reports that he entered a restaurant where the victim worked on Sept. 1 and pulled a cash register off a counter while there was an active protective order against him. Eugene Scott, 63, of 3420

Ramsey Road, was arrested Tuesday and charged with first-degree assault and battery after reports that he struck a female victim in the body on Nov. 22, causing several injuries. STOLEN PROPERTY A Taurus .40-caliber handgun was reported stolen from a home in the 1300 block of Oswego Highway at 3:25 p.m. Tuesday. A 2000 Ford F-250 Supercab pickup truck valued at $4,000 was reported stolen from a business in the 1700 block of North Pike East at 9 a.m. Tuesday. A 20-inch LCD flat-screen TV valued at $250, a Toshiba laptop, a Kel-Tec 9 mm handgun valued at $280 and about 40 suits and sports coats valued at $500 were reported stolen from a home in the 1900 block of Peach Orchard Road at 7:15 p.m. Tuesday. More than $500 was reportedly withdrawn from a stolen debit card between Sept. 2 and Sept. 8 in the first block of Anne Park.

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Immigrants’ chances tied to state policies PHOENIX (AP) — If Christian Avila lived a few hundred miles to the west, he would have a driver’s license and qualify for in-state college tuition and a host of other opportunities available to young people granted legal status by President Obama two years ago. But Avila lives in Phoenix, and the 24-year-old immigrant who was brought here from Mexico by his parents at age 9 still has to navigate the sprawling city in fear as he drives to school or work. “You get nervous; your legs start to tingle a little bit when there’s a cop behind you, when you’re doing nothing wrong by driving to work,” said Avila, a community college student and immigration activist. “You’re not breaking any rules; you’re following the law. But unfortunately it’s where we live.” With last week’s action by Obama that expanded the deferred action pro-

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Liver transplant recipient marks 25th anniversary SEVERN, Md. (AP) — Alyssa Riggan hasn’t dwelled on being the first person in the U.S. to successfully receive part of a liver from a living donor 25 years ago, a medical procedure that paved the way for routine live-donor transplants. The anniversary fell on Thanksgiving this year. Riggan was 21 months old when her mother, Teri Smith, donated more than a third of her liver to save her daughter from a disorder called biliary atresia. Its success has enabled her to live a normal life, almost completely untouched by what was an often-fatal disorder. “Most of the time, I didn’t think about it,” Riggan, 26, said in an interview this week at her home in Severn, Maryland, noting her good health has enabled her to enjoy ballet and tap dancing since age 5. “All of my anniversaries are really big, so that’s when you really think about it the most.” The procedure expanded the options for children with liver disorders, many of whom died while waiting for a liver from a deceased donor. It was first used only in small children. It’s now used for older children, and at some transplant centers, for adults. Biliary atresia is a disease that blocks liver bile ducts, backing up bile in the bloodstream and the liver. Before Riggan’s operation, liver transplants from living donors had been performed only four times — in Brazil, Australia and Japan. Those surgeries involved desperately ill children. Riggan’s transplant was the first on a child with time to wait. An adult liver grows back to normal after the operation. The segment transplanted grows within the recipient. The University of Chicago team that performed the surgery on Riggan was led by Dr. Christoph Broelsch. The youngest member was Dr. Dick Thistlethwaite, then 41. “I can tell you we were all extremely concerned about the safety of the mother, Teri, who was just a trouper throughout,” Thistlethwaite said. “We were really thankful she got through the operation safely. The feeling when Alys-

sa’s operation was finished was one of elation that it appeared to be a success. ... It was a feeling we had really done something worthwhile that would help, not just this patient, but others as well.” Using parents as living donors posed complex ethical questions. With a parent willing to risk anything to help her child, how could the doctors be sure they were upholding the ethical standard of informed consent? Before the first surgery, the University of Chicago team published a paper in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine on how they intended to answer ethical questions as they selected patients and donors. They wouldn’t use the living donor procedures in emergencies to reduce the time pressure on a donor’s decision. A two-week cooling-off period would give the donor time to reflect and possibly back out. And a liver specialist would act as the donor’s advocate throughout the process, assigned to champion the donor’s health and safety. The landmark paper helped shape ethical standards still used today. Dr. Mark Siegler, director of the MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics at the University of Chicago, said publishing the paper before the first surgery helped the team gather professional and public comment and criticism — essentially what is now called “crowdsourcing.” That in itself is regarded as “an ethical breakthrough in ways to approach and improve surgical innovation,” said Siegler, who co-authored the paper. For Smith, who was 29 during the transplant, Thanksgiving was a time to reflect with gratitude. “I guess the biggest thing is that our goal was for her to have a normal, healthy life: to be able to graduate from high school, graduate from college, get married,” Smith said. “So, as she’s achieved all of those, each one is a memory and a reminder of it, but that the ultimate goal was achieved long before that: her just having a normal life where it wasn’t a constant reminder.”

Alyssa Riggan, who was the first in the United States to successfully receive a liver from a living donor 25 years ago, sits with her husband, Benjamin, in their home in Severn, Maryland. She says its success has enabled her to live a normal life almost completely untouched by what was an often-fatal disorder. THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

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ing four- or five-fold on the annual sales bonanza. Simpson shoppers enjoyed bargains on clothes, jackets as low as $13, and a tax-free gun promotion, among other deals. “I feel like every year, it keeps getting a lot busier for us, which we’re really thankful for,” Matthews said. “I think this would definitely be one of the busiest years for us.” Sumter resident Tracie Scurry ventured out to participate in the post-Thanksgiving sales holiday for the first time in a long while Friday. She said a bad experience on a Black Friday several years ago that made her vow never to shop again on that day.

“It was just so out of hand; people were crazy,” she said. “I don’t like a whole lot of crowds. But people seem different, and they seem to be doing better now.” She was one of the thousands who perused through items at Simpson on Friday, looking for gifts and clothing items. She said she saved more than $1,000 through purchases she made Thursday night at Belk and other stores. “It actually was a lot better than I expected. I would actually do it again, I’m surprised to say. Everybody seems like they’re respectful of one another. Even (Friday), we might go a couple other places.”

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about commercial encroachment on Thanksgiving. But it is good news for bargain hunters who hate crowds. Whether it’s good news for retailers remains to be seen. Sales estimates for the start of the holiday shopping season will start trickling out later in the weekend. Stores such as Wal-Mart and Target reported brisk Thanksgiving crowds. The colossal Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota, said it drew 100,000 people between 5 p.m. Thursday and 1 a.m. Friday, nearly what it draws during a typical full day. On Friday, plenty of shoppers were out, but it wasn’t elbow to elbow, said Moody’s analyst Michael Zucchero, at a mall in northern Connecticut. “Traffic seems a little light,” he said. “Stores being open last night takes away some of the early birds.” There were scattered reports of shopper scuffles and arrests. In addition, protests were planned nationwide about minimum-wage laws and the grand jury decision in Ferguson, Missouri.

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their thoughts about the situation this week. According to Ferdinand Burns, president of the Sumter chapter of NAACP, progress is needed on both sides. He said the community must make strides and called for the black family to step up to help avoid tragedies such as Brown’s shooting. He also called for communityoriented policing that partners with residents in the community instead of targeting them. Sumter County Sheriff Anthony Dennis issued a statement Tuesday calling for peaceful discussions to help heal any strains between officers and members of the community. “We recognize that when controversial actions are taken by a law enforcement officer, it can reflect on all law enforcement agencies throughout the nation,” the statement read in part. “But at the same time, we as a country need to realize that every day, law enforcement officers throughout the nation find themselves in extremely difficult situations requiring split-second decisions.” Calvin Bennett, a Sumter community organizer, helped protest the grand jury decision Tuesday night in Columbia. He said the violence spilling out of Ferguson stems from the community’s pain and frustration, which comes from years of feeling like they were unheard. He indicated the verdict reinforced that feeling.

BY RAYTEVIA EVANS ray@theitem.com The Student Government Association at Morris College held an impromptu moment of silence, prayer and ceremony of encouragement Tuesday afternoon after many students became disappointed and saddened after hearing the news of a grand jury deciding not to indict Ferguson, Missouri, police officer Darren Wilson in the August death of Michael Brown, a black unarmed 18-year-old. During the brief gathering, Director of Public Relations NiCole “Hurt people hurt people,” Bennett said. “As a black man, we can’t be who we are. We always have to have that double-sided face or that non-threatening behavior about us. Not saying that we want to threaten anybody, but we’re always expected to tone ourselves down. So when a child or someone voices his opinion about something that has been done wrong to him, it is met with immediate force — and not an even force, but an excessive force.” For Lewis, the situation hits much closer to home than it does for most Sumter residents. She spoke to students during a vigil on the Morris College

Lynch explained to the students that the faculty and staff don’t ever want to see any of their students or their students’ parents go through a similar situation. She encouraged them to stand peacefully against violence and stand together as the family and representatives of Morris College. Lynch said President Luns Richardson supported the students’ decision to acknowledge what many see as an injustice and allowed the students to take a stance because this particular moment in history directly affects them. campus late Tuesday afternoon, where she told her classmates, “It’s not just us against us, it’s everybody against us.” She noted Brown was a friend of one of her younger brothers and she often had him in her house, occasionally cooking food for the two before they went to hang out. For Lewis, the devastation of Monday’s grand jury verdict hurt more than the shooting itself. “Right now, I’m going through so many emotions,” she said. “I’m angry, I’m sad, I’m happy because he (Brown) doesn’t have to deal with this anymore. But it’s really frustration. I’m mainly frustrated.”

OBITUARIES DR. NANCY C. EDWARDS CHARLOTTE — Dr. Nancy Claire Edwards, 78, died on Nov. 22, 2014, in her home in Charlotte. Born on Oct. 16, 1936, in Montgomery, Alabama, to Dr. Warren Stephens Edwards and Inez Norton Edwards, Nancy grew up on her family’s farm in Auburn, Alabama, where EDWARDS she learned to love the natural world. Majoring in biology at Agnes Scott College, Decatur, Georgia, followed from that early passion. After working as director of public relations at Agnes Scott, Nancy returned to her chosen discipline, earning both her master of arts and doctor of philosophy degrees in zoology from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. Her infectious curiosity about her field made her an inspiring biology professor for three decades at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. In 1982, she earned the university’s Award for Teaching Excellence. She led generations of students to embrace her field and to achieve.

She regularly shared with her students a favorite quotation suggesting that even though dealing with facts “analytically and impersonally” was the special purpose of scientists, the sum of their discoveries should rightly appeal to their emotions since all who quest grow “to appreciate and relish the marvels they unravel.” She was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Mortar Board and the Society for Developmental Biology. With her students, she was an active participant in the Society for Integrative and Comparative Biology and the North Carolina Academy of Science. She helped establish and served as co-adviser to the university’s chapter of the honor society Beta Beta Beta. Nancy’s leadership skills, sense of fairness and habit of independent thinking developed early. Girl Scout activities filled her childhood and, as a young adult, she served as a camp counselor at Camp Juliet Low. These qualities were again in evidence when she served as student government president at Agnes Scott College and subsequently as she contributed to shaping programs and policies in the

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MARION ARDIS Marion Eugene “Gene” Ardis Sr., 76, husband of Betty S. Ardis, died Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014, at his home. Services will be announced by Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and Crematorium of Sumter.

MARION L. CLARK JR. Marion Lewis Clark Jr., 71, husband of Linda Clark, died Friday, Nov. 28, 2014, at his home. Services will be announced by Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home and Crematorium of Sumter.

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James Bradford Jr., 68, died Wednesday, Nov. 26, 2014, at Tuomey Regional Medical Center, Sumter. Born in Lee County on Jan. 16, 1946, he was the son of the late James Bradford Sr. and Elise Gallishaw Bradford. The family is receiving friends and relatives at the home of his sister, Sadie Bradford, 6210 Dubose Siding Road, Sumter. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced by Williams Funeral Home Inc.

Bernice (Wright) Stover was born April 22, 1929, in Sumter, the daughter of the late Deacon Leander Lee Wright and Alice Singleton Wright Crump. She departed this life on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2014, at Tuomey Regional Medical Center, Sumter. Funeral arrangements are incomplete and will be announced later by Sumter Funeral Service Inc. The family will receive friends at the home, 1225 Tryon St., Sumter.

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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Home renovations will experience setbacks due to indecision or an inability to agree with loved ones or your contractor. Don’t make a move for the wrong reason. Bide your time and talk matters over with someone you trust.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): Take the initiative and get things done. There is no time to waste, and being responsible will play in your favor. A positive change to your appearance and physical health will attract attention, love and romance. A commitment can be made.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): Distance yourself from anyone who is indulgent or frivolous. You are best to stick to the people and endeavors you feel comfortable with and refrain from trying to impress someone who is likely to lead you into a dubious situation.

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Mizzou wins SEC East; UCLA upset B3

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2014

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PALMETTO BOWL

The sixth sense

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Clemson’s Vic Beasley, left, and South Carolina’s Mike Davis, right, look to lead their respective teams to victory today in the annual Palmetto Bowl rivalry matcup. The Gamecocks have won the last five games between the two teams.

Gamecocks look to keep familiar 5-year feeling; Tigers hope to avoid extending losing streak BY PETE IACOBELLI The Associated Press CLEMSON — Twenty-third ranked Clemson hopes its five-year countdown is coming to a close. The Tigers (8-3) have lost a school-worst five straight games to rival South Carolina (6-5), a streak so distasteful that Clemson coaches in-

stalled countdown clocks last spring to remind players of the need for change. The chance comes today when the teams close the regular season at Death Valley in the 112th meeting in a series the Tigers (No. 21 College Football Playoff) have dominated 64-42-4 — except the past five seasons. “It’s not something that’s

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ruined here,’’ i d our six i years h ’’ Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney said. “But it’s some-

thing that we’ve got to get changed.’’ In a state without major professional sports teams, Palmetto State fans spend most of the year celebrating their team’s win or waiting for the next chance to get on top. For South Carolina supporters, the party’s lasted 1,793 days since Gamecocks won

34-17 in 2009. When Gamecocks head coach Steve Spurrier arrived after the 2004 season, he had all the “Beat Clemson’’ signs removed from the complex, saying there were plenty of other important games for his players to worry about before its yearly battle with the Tigers.

SEE SIXTH, PAGE B3

CLEMSON 5 KEYS TO VICTORY

USC 5 KEYS TO VICTORY

Reported Morris hire adds twist

Rivalry win means a lot to Carolina

BY DENNIS BRUNSON dennis@theitem.com

And everyone thought whether quarterback Deshaun Watson would play or not would be the big story for Clemson as it prepared to play the University of South Carolina today. Now you can throw in the mix the fact that this will likely be the last game for offensive coordinator Chad Morris since multiple reports have surfaced that he will be the next head coach at Southern Methodist. That just adds another twist to what is shaping up to be an intriguing game today in Death Valley. It appears now that Watson, who has

been trying to get himself ready after suffering a strained knee ligament, will play in some capacity today. And if this indeed is Morris’ MORRIS last game in the saddle running the Tiger offense, he most certainly would like to do so with Watson lined up behind center. If you look at how Clemson has done with Watson at QB and Cole Stoudt, there is no doubt who makes the Tiger offense hum the way Morris likes it.

SEE CLEMSON, PAGE B3

I remember hearing some South Carolina football fans prior to the start of the season talking about how they really didn’t care if the Gamecocks scheduled Clemson anymore. Really? I guess that’s what a 5-game winning streak against your hated rival and three straight 11-2 seasons does to you. It makes you fat and sassy. Somehow though, I think today’s game in Death Valley against the Tigers probably means something to those fans. Along with extending the winning streak, USC will secure a

winning season, put itself in a position for a bowl game and more than likely knock the Tigers out of the Top 25 and certainly a few notches down the bowl ladder. If USC is to extend its winning streak, here are five things it needs to do.

1. STACK THE BOX The Gamecocks have had their most sustained success of the season on defense the past couple of weeks in victories over Florida and South Alabama. They have been much more successful against the run in

SEE USC, PAGE B3

PRO FOOTBALL

Rice wins appeal; NFL suspension removed BY BARRY WILNER The Associated Press

THE ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ray Rice, right, has won the appeal of his indefinite suspension by the NFL, which has been “vacated immediately,” the NFL football players’ union said on Friday. Rice was originally suspended two games for hitting then-fiance Janay Palmer, left, but when a video of the incident was released, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell increased it to indefinitely.

NEW YORK — An arbitrator Friday threw out Ray Rice’s indefinite suspension by the NFL for punching his then-fiancee and now wife in a hotel elevator, freeing him to play again. The NFL said Rice, a free agent, is “eligible to play upon signing a new contract.’’ Whether any team will consider signing him is another matter. Former U.S. District

Judge Barbara S. Jones said Commissioner Roger GOODELL Goodell’s decision in September to change Rice’s original suspension from two games to indefinite was “arbitrary’’ and an “abuse of discretion.’’ Jones was deciding whether the NFL overstepped its authority in modifying Rice’s twogame suspension after video of the Baltimore

Ravens running back punching Janay became public. Rice was released by the Ravens when the video went public. Rice and the union contended he was essentially sentenced twice, and Jones agreed, saying Rice “did not lie to or mislead the NFL.’’ She noted in her decision that after Goodell increased the punishment for a first offense under the personal conduct policy from two to

SEE RICE, PAGE B4

SPORTS

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2014

BASKETBALL ROUNDUP

Blossomgame’s block helps Tigers avoid upset CLEMSON — Jaron Blossomgame scored all 14 of his points in the second half and blocked a potential tying basket in the final minute of Clemson’s 62-59 victory over High Point on Friday night. The Tigers (4-2) led by 12 points in the first half and were still ahead 51-42 on Damarcus Harrison’s basket with 9:04 left. BLOSSOMGAME But the Panthers (4-2) outscored Clemson 17-9 down the stretch to draw within 60-59 on Devante Wallace’s 3-pointer with 11.6 seconds left. Harrison, though, followed with two free throws and Clemson held on to win its third straight game. Wallace let a 3-pointer fly at the buzzer that was off the mark. John Brown led all scorers with 26 points for High Point. Blossomgame also added 13 rebounds for his first double-double since Clemson beat Duke last January. Landry Nnoko gave the Tigers two players with double-doubles, finishing with 10 points and 13 rebounds. FLORIDA STATE 58 CHARLESTON SOUTHERN 47

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Xavier Rathan-Mayes scored 16 points to lead Florida State to a 58-47 victory over Charleston Southern. Rathan-Mayes has had the green light to shoot with Florida State (3-3) down two veteran starters. Montay Brandon scored nine for the Seminoles and point guard Dayshawn Watkins led the team with eight rebounds. Danny Upchurch and Saah Nimley led Charleston Southern with 10 points apiece. WOMEN THURSDAY (1) SOUTH CAROLINA 67 WISCONSIN 44

FREEPORT, Bahamas — A’ja Wilson scored 11 points and Jatarie White added 10 and No. 1 South Carolina beat Wisconsin 67-44 on Thursday in the Junkanoo Jam. It was South Carolina’s (4-0) first game as the No. 1 team in the country. After a sluggish start, the Gamecocks got going. They led 15-14 before going on a 16-4 run to close the half. South Carolina scored the first 10 points during its burst which was capped by a 3-pointer by Tina Roy. The Gamecocks led 31-18 at the half. Wisconsin (1-3) closed to 11 but South Carolina used a 12-3 run to put the game away. Michala Johnson scored 13 to lead the Badgers. MEN’S TOP 25 (2) WISCONSIN 69 OKLAHOMA 56 PARADISE ISLAND, Bahamas — Tournament MVP Frank Kaminsky scored 17 points to lead five Wisconsin players in double figures, Duje Dukan and Traevon Jackson each added 13 and the second-ranked Badgers beat Oklahoma 69-56 on Friday to win the Battle 4 Atlantis champion-

ship. Sam Dekker scored 11 and Nigel Hayes finished with 10 for Wisconsin (7-0), which trailed by one late in the first half before peeling off 10 straight points and taking the lead for good. Kaminsky grabbed eight rebounds and Jackson handed out eight assists for the Badgers. Dinjiyl Walker scored 10 for Oklahoma (4-2), which got ninepoint efforts from Isaiah Cousins and native Bahamian Buddy Hield. (11) KANSAS 82 TENNESSEE 67

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. — Perry Ellis scored 24 points, Cliff Alexander added 16 and No. 11 Kansas beat Tennessee 82-67 Friday in an Orlando Classic semifinal. Frank Mason III had 11 points and seven assists for Kansas (4-1). Tennessee (2-2) got 16 points from Josh Richardson, while Kevin Punter finished with 14. (16) OHIO ST. 73 JAMES MADISON 56

COLUMBUS, Ohio — D’Angelo Russell scored 14 points, Sam Thompson had 13 points and No. 16 Ohio State got big contributions from its big men in beating James Madison 73-56 on Friday. Starting center Amir Williams had seven points and nine rebounds, and backups Trey McDonald and Anthony Lee had eight points each. Jae’Sean Tate also provided a jolt when he was inserted midway through the second half. (17) MIAMI 87 SOUTH ALABAMA 75

CORAL GABLES, Fla. — Sheldon McClellan had 17 points and No. 17 Miami scored the first 23 points in an 87-75 victory over South Alabama on Friday night. Manu Lecomte finished with 14 points and Omar Sherman and Tonye Jekiri had 13 points each for the Hurricanes (7-0). Jekiri also had eight rebounds. Abdul Lewis’ jumper with 11:19 remaining in the first half ended the scoring drought for the Jaguars, who missed their first 11 shots. NBA BULLS 109 CELTICS 102 BOSTON — Jimmy Butler hit four free throws late in the game and finished with 22 points, Derrick Rose scored 21 points and the Chicago Bulls pulled out a 109-102 win over the Boston Celtics on Friday. Pau Gasol had 15 points and 15 rebounds, and Joakim Noah added 15 points with 14 boards for the Bulls, who had lost four of their previous six games. Boston has lost six of seven. Jared Sullinger led Boston with 23 points and 10 rebounds. Avery Bradley had 18 points and Brandon Bass 16 with nine boards. Rajon Rondo had eight points, seven rebounds and nine assists for the Celtics.

From wire reports

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SCOREBOARD TV, RADIO TODAY

7:40 a.m. – International Soccer: Barclays Premier League Match – Arsenal vs. West Brom (NBC SPORTS NETWORK). 9:55 a.m. – International Soccer: Barclays Premier League Match from Manchester, England – Hull vs. Manchester United (NBC SPORTS NETWORK). Noon – College Football: Michigan at Ohio State (WOLO 25). Noon – College Football: Rice at Louisiana Tech (CBS SPORTS NETWORK). Noon – College Football: South Carolina at Clemson (ESPN, WWBD-FM 94.7, WIBZ-FM 95.5, WPUB-FM 102.7, WNKT-FM 107.5). Noon – College Football: Cincinnati at Temple (ESPNEWS). Noon – College Football: Kentucky at Louisville (ESPN2). Noon – College Football: Illinois at Northwestern (ESPNU). Noon – College Football: West Virginia at Iowa State (FOX SPORTS 1). Noon – College Football: Georgia Tech at Georgia (SEC NETWORK). Noon – College Football: North Texas at Texas (San Antonio) (SPORTSOUTH). 12:30 p.m. – International Soccer: Barclays Premier League Match – Chelsea vs. Sunderland (WIS 10). 12:30 p.m. – College Football: North Carolina State at North Carolina (WACH 57). 12:30 p.m. – College Football: Syracuse at Boston College (FOX SPORTSOUTH). 2:30 p.m. – College Football: Bayou Classic from New Orleans -- Grambling State vs. Southern (WIS 10). 3 p.m. – Major League Soccer: Eastern Conference Playoffs Finals Leg Two – New York at New England (NBC SPORTS NETWORK). 3:30 p.m. – College Football: Mississippi State at Mississippi (WLTX 19). 3:30 p.m. – College Football: Baylor vs. Texas Tech from Arlington, Texas (WOLO 25). 3:30 p.m. – College Football: Notre Dame at Southern California (WACH 57). 3:30 p.m. – College Football: San Jose State at San Diego State (CBS SPORTS NETWORK). 3:30 p.m. – College Football: Florida at Florida State (ESPN). 3:30 p.m. – College Football: Michigan State at Penn State (ESPN2). 3:30 p.m. – College Football: Rutgers at Maryland (ESPNU). 4 p.m. – College Football: Connecticut at Memphis (ESPNEWS). 4 p.m. – College Football: Kansas at Kansas State (FOX SPORTS 1). 4 p.m. – College Football: Vanderbilt at Tennessee (SEC NETWORK). 4 p.m. – College Basketball: George Washington at Seton Hall (SPORTSOUTH). 5 p.m. – Women’s College Volleyball: Big East Conference Tournament Championship Match from Milwaukee (FOX SPORTS 2). 7 p.m. – College Basketball: Corpus Christi Challenge Championship Game from Corpus Christi, Texas (CBS SPORTS NETWORK). 7 p.m. – College Football: Pittsburgh at Miami (ESPN2). 7 p.m. – College Football: Wake Forest at Duke (ESPNU). 7 p.m. – NHL Hockey: Pittsburgh at Carolina (FOX SPORTSOUTH). 7 p.m. – NBA Basketball: New Orleans at Washington (NBA TV). 7 p.m. – College Basketball: Barclays Center Classic Consolation Game from Brooklyn, N.Y. (NBC SPORTS NETWORK). 7:30 p.m. – NBA Basketball: Charlotte at Atlanta (SPORTSOUTH). 7:45 p.m. – College Football: Auburn at Alabama (ESPN). 8 p.m. – College Football: Oregon at Oregon State (WOLO 25). 8 p.m. – Professional Golf: PGA Tour of Australasia Australian Open Final Round from Sydney (GOLF). 9:30 p.m. – College Basketball: Eastern Kentucky at Brigham Young (BYUTV). 9:30 p.m. – College Basketball: Barclays Center Classic Championship Game from Brooklyn, N.Y. (NBC SPORTS NETWORK). 10 p.m. – Professional Boxing: Terence Crawford vs. Ray Beltran for the WBO Lightweight Title and Evgeny Gradovich vs. Jayson Velez for the IBF Featherweight Title from Omaha, Neb. (HBO). 10:15 p.m. – College Football: Utah State at Boise State (ESPN2). 10:30 p.m. – College Football: Nevada at UNLV (ESPNU). 10:30 p.m. – College Football: Washington at Washington State (FOX SPORTS 1). 11 p.m. – International Soccer: Australian League Match: Melbourne City vs. Wellington (FOX SPORTS 2). 11:30 p.m. – College Basketball: Great Alaska Shootout Championship Game from Anchorage, Alaska (CBS SPORTS NETWORK).

COLLEGE FOOTBALL By The Associated Press FCS PLAYOFFS

First Round Today Sacred Heart (9-2) at Fordham (10-2), Noon Indiana St. (7-5) at Eastern Kentucky (9-3), 1 p.m. Morgan St. (7-5) at Richmond (8-4), 1 p.m. Southeastern Louisiana (9-3) at Sam Houston St. (8-4), 2 p.m. South Dakota St. (8-4) at Montana St. (8-4), 4 p.m. San Diego (9-2) at Montana (8-4), 4 p.m. Liberty (8-4) at James Madison (9-3), 4 p.m. Stephen F. Austin (8-4) at Northern Iowa (8-4), 8 p.m. Second Round Dec. 6 Sacred Heart-Fordham at New Hampshire (101), 1 p.m. Indiana St.-Eastern Kentucky at Chattanooga (9-3), 1 p.m. Morgan St.-Richmond at Coastal Carolina (11-1), 1 p.m. Stephen F. Austin-N. Iowa at Illinois St. (10-1), 2 p.m. Southeastern Louisiana-Sam Houston St. at Jacksonville St. (10-1), 2 p.m. South Dakota St.-Montana St. at North Dakota St. (11-1), 3:30 p.m. San Diego-Montana at Eastern Washington (102), 4:30 p.m. Liberty-James Madison at Villanova (10-2), 4:30 p.m.

NBA STANDINGS By The Associated Press EASTERN CONFERENCE

PREP FOOTBALL

ATLANTIC DIVISION

Dillon, Timberland, H-K-T win state titles

Toronto Brooklyn Boston New York Philadelphia SOUTHEAST DIVISION

LEXINGTON — Dillon capped its first-ever undefeated season with a 49-27 victory over Newberry to win its third straight Class 2A, Division I state championship on Friday. The Wildcats (14-0) won their fifth title in the last seven years, going 39-3 in capturing the past three state crowns. Avery McCall led Dillon, throwing for 230 yards and two touchdowns — 39 yards to Eri’Reon Hayes and 11 yards to Daniel Hamilton. Johnny Allen added TD runs of 6, 42 and 2 yards. Randall Davis also returned a fumble 99 yards for a touchdown for the Wildcats. Newberry (11-3) got an 88-yard kick-off return touchdown by K.J. Fields to open the game. Yafari Werts accounted for two scores, a 73-yard TD pass to Josh Davis and a six-yard run. Omar Sims added a four-yard run for the Bulldogs. 2A DIVISION II TIMBERLAND 35 KEENAN 12 LEXINGTON — Timberland se-

cured an undefeated season and its second Class 2A Divsion II state championship in the last three years with a 35-12 victory over Keenan on Friday at River Bluff High School. 1A DIVISION II HUNTER-KINARD-TYLER 42 LAKE VIEW 28 COLUMBIA — Jarius Jenkins ran for 132 yards and three touchdowns to lead Hunter-Kinard-Tyler to a second straight state championship in 42-28 win over Lake View on Friday. Jenkins powered the Trojans (132) for a second straight year. He scored four TDs in Hunter-KinardTyler’s Class A Division II championship last year. Darius Hammonds had three touchdowns, 107 yards receiving and 136 return yards for HunterKinard-Tyler. The Wild Gators (10-4) got within 36-28 in the final period before Jenkins’ final touchdown sealed the victory.

Washington Atlanta Miami Orlando Charlotte CENTRAL DIVISION Chicago Milwaukee Cleveland Indiana Detroit

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WESTERN CONFERENCE Memphis Houston San Antonio Dallas New Orleans NORTHWEST DIVISION Portland Denver Utah Oklahoma City Minnesota PACIFIC DIVISION Golden State L.A. Clippers Phoenix Sacramento L.A. Lakers

TODAY’S GAMES

Dallas at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. New Orleans at Washington, 7 p.m. Charlotte at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. Indiana at Cleveland, 7:30 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Utah, 9 p.m. Houston at Milwaukee, 9 p.m.

SUNDAY’S GAMES

San Antonio at Boston, 1 p.m. Chicago at Brooklyn, 3 p.m. Golden State at Detroit, 3:30 p.m. Memphis at Sacramento, 6 p.m. Miami at New York, 7:30 p.m. Orlando at Phoenix, 8 p.m. Minnesota at Portland, 9 p.m. Toronto at L.A. Lakers, 9:30 p.m.

NFL STANDINGS By The Associated Press AMERICAN CONFERENCE EAST New England Miami Buffalo N.Y. Jets SOUTH Indianapolis Houston Tennessee Jacksonville NORTH Cincinnati Baltimore Pittsburgh Cleveland WEST Denver Kansas City San Diego Oakland

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NATIONAL CONFERENCE EAST Philadelphia Dallas N.Y. Giants Washington SOUTH Atlanta New Orleans Carolina Tampa Bay NORTH Green Bay Detroit Chicago Minnesota WEST Arizona Seattle San Francisco St. Louis

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THURSDAY’S GAMES

Detroit 34, Chicago 17 Philadelphia 33, Dallas 10 Seattle 19, San Francisco 3

SUNDAY’S GAMES

Tennessee at Houston, 1 p.m. Oakland at St. Louis, 1 p.m. Carolina at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Washington at Indianapolis, 1 p.m. Cleveland at Buffalo, 1 p.m. San Diego at Baltimore, 1 p.m. N.Y. Giants at Jacksonville, 1 p.m. Cincinnati at Tampa Bay, 1 p.m. New Orleans at Pittsburgh, 1 p.m. Arizona at Atlanta, 4:05 p.m. New England at Green Bay, 4:25 p.m. Denver at Kansas City, 8:30 p.m.

MONDAY’S GAME

Miami at N.Y. Jets, 8:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, DEC. 4

Dallas at Chicago, 8:25 p.m.

SUNDAY, DEC. 7

N.Y. Giants at Tennessee, 1 p.m. Carolina at New Orleans, 1 p.m. N.Y. Jets at Minnesota, 1 p.m. Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, 1 p.m. St. Louis at Washington, 1 p.m. Baltimore at Miami, 1 p.m. Indianapolis at Cleveland, 1 p.m. Tampa Bay at Detroit, 1 p.m. Houston at Jacksonville, 1 p.m. Buffalo at Denver, 4:05 p.m. Kansas City at Arizona, 4:05 p.m. San Francisco at Oakland, 4:25 p.m. Seattle at Philadelphia, 4:25 p.m. New England at San Diego, 8:30 p.m.

NHL STANDINGS By The Associated Press

EASTERN CONFERENCE ATLANTIC DIVISION GP W Montreal 23 16 Tampa Bay 23 15 Detroit 22 12 Boston 23 13 Toronto 22 11 Ottawa 21 10 Florida 20 8 Buffalo 22 6 METROPOLITAN DIVISION GP W Pittsburgh 21 15 N.Y. Islanders 22 16 N.Y. Rangers 22 10 Washington 21 9 New Jersey 22 9 Philadelphia 22 8 Carolina 21 6 Columbus 21 6

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GP W Anaheim 23 14 Vancouver 22 15 Calgary 24 14 Los Angeles 23 12 San Jose 24 10 Arizona 23 9 Edmonton 23 6 NOTE: Two points for a time loss.

THURSDAY’S GAMES

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THURSDAY’S GAMES

No games scheduled

FRIDAY’S GAMES

From wire reports

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New Orleans at Atlanta, 7:30 p.m. Dallas at Toronto, 7:30 p.m. Milwaukee at Detroit, 7:30 p.m. New York at Oklahoma City, 8 p.m. L.A. Clippers at Houston, 8 p.m. Orlando at Indiana, 8 p.m. Sacramento at San Antonio, 8:30 p.m. Phoenix at Denver, 9 p.m. Memphis at Portland, 10 p.m. Minnesota at L.A. Lakers, 10:30 p.m.

Chicago 109, Boston 102 Golden State at Charlotte, 7 p.m.

Nashville 1, Edmonton 0, OT

FRIDAY’S GAMES

N.Y. Rangers 3, Philadelphia 0 Chicago at Anaheim, 4 p.m. N.Y. Islanders at Washington, 5 p.m. Winnipeg at Boston, 7 p.m. Montreal at Buffalo, 7 p.m. Detroit at New Jersey, 7 p.m. Carolina at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. Vancouver at Columbus, 7 p.m. Ottawa at Florida, 7:30 p.m. Edmonton at St. Louis, 8 p.m. Minnesota at Dallas, 8:30 p.m.

TODAY’S GAMES

Philadelphia at N.Y. Rangers, 1 p.m. Washington at Toronto, 7 p.m. Buffalo at Montreal, 7 p.m. Ottawa at Tampa Bay, 7 p.m. Pittsburgh at Carolina, 7 p.m. New Jersey at N.Y. Islanders, 7 p.m. Columbus at Nashville, 8 p.m. St. Louis at Minnesota, 8 p.m. Dallas at Colorado, 9 p.m. Calgary at Arizona, 10 p.m. Chicago at Los Angeles, 10 p.m. Anaheim at San Jose, 10:30 p.m.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL

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COLLEGE ROUNDUP

Mizzou clinches SEC East COLUMBIA, Mo. — Marcus Murphy scored the go-ahead touchdown on a 12-yard run with 4:38 remaining and Markus Golden recovered a fumble to seal No. 17 Missouri’s 21-14 victory Friday against Arkansas and send the Tigers to the SEC championship game for the second straight season. Missouri (10-2, 7-1, No. 17 CFP) tied it at 14 early in the fourth quarter with a 98-yard drive capped by Jimmie Hunt’s 4-yard TD reception and a reverse pass by receiver Bud Sasser to Darius White for the 2-point conversion. Arkansas (6-6, 2-6) was driving for the tie when Kentrell Brothers stripped Alex Collins and Golden recovered with 2:13 to go at the Missouri 35 to thwart Arkansas’ bid to tie it.

(13) ARIZONA ST. 35

TUCSON, Ariz. — Nick Wilson ran for 178 yards and three touchdowns and No. 12 Arizona claimed the Pac-12 South title by holding on for a 42-35 victory over No. 13 Arizona State. Arizona (10-2, 7-2 Pac-12, CFP No. 11) needed to beat its biggest rival and have Stanford knock off No. 9 UCLA to win the Pac-12 South. Arizona moves on to face No. 3 Oregon in the Pac-12 Championship game, Dec. 5 at

SIXTH FROM PAGE B1 That approach has worked well. Spurrier long ago became the school’s all-time leader in coaching victories — he’s at 83 and counting — and South Carolina has been among college football’s best with three straight 11-win seasons from 2011 through 2013. The matchup with Clemson “is always in the back of our heads,’’ Gamecocks linebacker Sharrod Golightly said. “But we’re in the best conference in the nation, so we have to worry about week-to-week preparation.’’ Clemson’s seniors are eager to avoid the fate of last year’s group, of ending their careers without a victory over the Gamecocks. “We’ve never been part of a team owning somebody for five years, but we want to get that taste out of our mouths,’’ Clemson defensive tackle DeShawn Williams said. “Enough is enough. We have to make up our minds to just play.’’

NO. 1 DEFENSE Clemson’s defense has been stalking the top spot for much the season, rising to No. 1 nationally after holding Georgia State to 155 yards in a 28-0 victory last week. It was the fifth time this year the Tigers held an opponent to fewer than 200 yards of offense.

FROM PAGE B1 Following are five things Clemson needs to have happen to snap the 5-game losing streak to the Gamecocks.

Should Watson’s knee be healthy enough for him to play, then he should take the first offensive snap for the Tigers. It’s obvious the reason Clemson has pushed so hard to get Watson back is because there is a lack of confidence in Stoudt. Since that’s the case, let Watson go and see what he can do. Better to let him get his feet wet on an even playing field rather than possibly having to come in with the Tigers in a hole.

2. RUN THE BALL

(9) UCLA 10

(12) ARIZONA 42

CLEMSON

1. IF HE’S PLAYING, START HIM

STANFORD 31

PASADENA, Calif. — Kevin Hogan passed for 234 yards and two touchdowns, and Stanford crushed No. 9 UCLA’s hopes for the Pac-12 South title with a 31-10 victory. Devon Cajuste and Michael Rector caught scoring passes for the Cardinal (7-5, 5-4 Pac12) as the two-time defending Pac-12 champions salvaged from satisfaction from a down season by trouncing the Bruins (9-3, 6-3) for the seventh consecutive time. Brett Hundley passed for 146 yards in likely his final home game for the Bruins.

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Missouri quarterback Maty Mauk throws a pass during the Tigers’ 21-14 victory over Arkansas on Friday in Columbia, Mo. With the win, Mizzou clinched the SEC East title for the second straight year. Levi’s Stadium in the Bay Area.

24 to snap the Rams’ ninegame winning streak.

WESTERN KENTUCKY 67

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(19) MARSHALL 66

(6) TCU 48

HUNTINGTON, W.Va. — Brandon Doughty threw a Conference USA-record eight touchdown passes, the last in overtime to Jared Dangerfield followed by a 2-point conversion pass to Willie McNeal that lifted Western Kentucky over No. 19 Marshall 67-66.

TEXAS 10 AUSTIN, Texas — Trevone Boykin passed for two touchdowns and ran for another, and No. 6 TCU earned a dominating 48-10 win over Texas on Thursday.

AIR FORCE 27 (21) COLORADO STATE 24

AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. — Will Conant connected on a 39-yard field goal as time expired after backup quarterback Nate Romine completed a long pass, helping Air Force upset No. 21 Colorado State 27-

SCHEDULE STATE

Today (23) Clemson vs. South Carolina, noon (ESPN, WWBD-FM 94.7, WIBZFM 95.5).

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Friday Virginia at Virginia Tech (late) Today (1) Florida State vs. Florida, 3:30 p.m. (ESPN) (24) Louisville vs. Kentucky, noon (ESPN2) Syracuse at Boston College, 12:30 p.m. (FOX SPORTSOUTH) North Carolina State at North Carolina, 12:30 p.m. (WACH 57) Wake Forest at Duke, 7 p.m. (ESPNU) Pittsburgh at Miami, 7 p.m. (ESPN2)

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Thursday LSU 23, Texas A&M 17 Friday (17) Missouri 21, Arkansas 14 Today (2) Alabama vs. (15) Auburn, 7:45 p.m. (ESPN) (4) Mississippi State at (18) Mississippi, 3:30 p.m. (WLTX 19) (8) Georgia vs. (16) Georgia Tech, noon (SEC NETWORK) Tennessee at Vanderbilt, 4 p.m. (SEC NETWORK)

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Thursday (6) TCU 48, Texas 10 Friday Stanford 31, (9) UCLA 10 (12) Arizona 42, (13) Arizona State 35 Western Kentucky 67, (19) Marshall 66 Air Force 27, (21) Colorado State 24 Today (3) Oregon at Oregon State, 8 p.m. (WOLO 25) (5) Baylor vs. Texas Tech, 3:30 p.m. (WOLO 25) (7) Ohio State at Michigan, noon (WOLO 25) (10) Michigan State at Penn State, 3:30 p.m. (ESPN2) (11) Kansas State vs. Kansas, 4 p.m. (FOX SPORTS 1) (14) Wisconsin vs. (22) Minnesota, 3:30 p.m. (25) Boise State at Utah State, 10:15 p.m. (ESPN2)

LSU 23 TEXAS A&M 17

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Leonard Fournette ran for a career-high 146 yards and a touchdown, and Jalen Collins had a late interception to seal LSU’s 23-17 win over Texas A&M. From wire reports

Mike Davis attempting to join older brother — and former Clemson 1,000-yard tailback — James with three victories in the series. James and his Tigers win in 2005, 2007 and 2008. Mike has been part of South Carolina’s past two wins, and the junior is 112 yards shy of joining Heisman Trophy winner George Rogers as the only runners in school history with multiple 1,000yard seasons. Davis rushed for 1,183 yards last season, while Rogers did it three straight seasons from 19781980.

PHAROH WATCH South Carolina standout Pharoh Cooper sustained a ribcage injury in last week’s 37-12 win over South Alabama that’s kept him from some early week practices. But Spurrier expects him to play. Cooper is second in the SEC with 58 catches and 921 yards. He’s South Carolina’s most versatile offensive player, proving that against Tennessee on Nov. 1 when he threw, caught and passed for a touchdown in the 45-42 overtime loss.

This is an old story with Clemson, but it needs to be able to run the ball today. That doesn’t mean Watson doing a lot of running either because the Tigers will be trying to protect the knee. Tyshon Dye’s performance against Georgia State has to offer some hope for the running game. However, putting up 124 yards and two touchdowns on 20 carries like he did against Georgia State won’t be as easy to do against

USC FROM PAGE B1 those two games, taking their chances against the pass. And whether it’s against Deshaun Watson or Cole Stoudt at quarterback, USC needs to make a point to stop the run and make the signal caller beat them.

2. RUN THE BALL Clemson’s defense has been outstanding most of the season, especially against the run. The Gamecocks don’t need to be dominating running the football, but they need to be able to move the football on the ground against Clemson. The USC offensive line, much heralded at the start of the season, has had its ups and downs. It should look upon this game as a challenge. If USC is able to find some space for Mike Davis, Brandon Wilds and David Williams, it will make things much easier.

3. SPREAD THE WEALTH Pharoh Cooper has stepped to the forefront of the USC receiving corps and has no doubt become the favorite target of quarterback Dylan Thompson. Nick Jones has been a solid No. 2 receiver, but

WHERE’S WATSON? Count on seeing Clemson star freshman Deshaun Watson on the field. He was listed as probable on the Tigers in-

jury report, meaning he’ll likely see his first action at Death Valley since breaking a bone in his throwing hand against Louisville on Oct. 11. Watson was back to play No. 16 Georgia Tech (No. 16 CFP), but sprained a knee ligament early and missed last week’s game against Georgia State. Watson returned to practice this week, and Clemson coach Dabo Swinney was encouraged by his progress.

YOUNG DAVIS The Davis family has been on both sides of this rivalry, with Gamecocks tailback

USC, even though its defense has not been good this season.

3. STOP THE RUN Clemson’s defense has had no problem doing this all year since it has the topranked defense in the country in total defense. That being said, the Tigers haven’t faced an offense as balanced as USC’s this season. While Gamecock head coach Steve Spurrier has no problem putting the football in the air, it will help USC if it is able to run it. While quarterback Dylan Thompson has had a strong season, he has a tendency to make some bad throws when all of the pressure is on him.

4. BE SOLID ON SPECIAL TEAMS No matter what aspect of special teams it is, Clemson needs to be good at it today. It doesn’t necessarily have to be great, just be good and not make any bad mistakes that puts it in dire situations. Which leads us to …

5. LIMIT THE TURNOVERS In the 5-game losing streak to USC, Clemson has committed 15 turnovers that have led to 62 Carolina points. The Gamecocks have committed three turnovers during that span, leading to no Tiger points. Enough said.

Carolina needs Shaq Roland and Damiere Byrd to step up and give Thompson another option. A big play or two from them could make a big difference.

4. GET POINTS WHEN AVAILABLE With the South Carolina defense having been so unstable throughout the year, points have been at a premium for the offense. Going against a defense like Clemson’s, when the opportunity to get points on the board presents itself, the Gamecocks need to take advantage of it. Touchdowns over field goals preferably.

5. CONTROL THE CLOCK Sometimes the best defense is having an offense that consumes clock. That could be much easier said than done against the Tigers, but long, time-consuming drives have played a big part in the USC’s 5-game winning streak. Of course, the other end of controlling the clock is the defense making some stops as well. Three-downsand-out series are a high commodity for USC this season, but keeping the Tigers from multiple doubledigit drives will be important.

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THOMPSON’S MARK South Carolina quarterback Dylan Thompson is 176 yards from the school’s season passing yardage mark of 3,206 set by Todd Ellis in 1987. Two years ago at Death Valley, Thompson was a little-known backup forced into action because of starter Connor Shaw’s injury and he responded with 310 yards and three touchdowns in the Gamecocks’ 27-17 win.

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Rough week in NFC South opens door for Panthers BY STEVE REED The Associated Press CHARLOTTE — Panthers coach Ron Rivera said he feels like his team has new life following losses by the Falcons and Saints this past weekend. The Panthers (3-7-1) are now in control their own playoff destiny — if they win their final five games they will repeat as NFC South champions. However, that will require a major turnaround from Carolina, which hasn’t shown the ability to string together a winning streak. In RIVERA fact, the Panthers have won only one game since Sept. 14. “I know it’s a little different and a little odd, and some people might think it’s embarrassing, but I don’t,’’ Rivera said of the possibility of winning the NFC South. “You play the games that you play. There have been sixth seeds that have won Super Bowls, so....’’ Carolina enters Sunday’s game at Minnesota on a fivegame losing streak but only a half game behind the Falcons and Saints in the division standings with head-to-head matchups against both teams remaining on the schedule. Atlanta and New Orleans had chances to take control of the division but lost at home this past weekend. “I’m sitting there watching the games and thinking, my goodness, if we just take care of our business,’’ Rivera said. Whether or not the Panthers can take care of their business remains to be seen. The offense has struggled behind fourth-year quarterback Cam Newton, particularly early in games. The Panthers have scored only one touchdown and 19 points in the first half of their last five games, all of which resulted in losses. Pro Bowl center Ryan Kalil said the Panthers have “come to the party early’’ against Minnesota. “It’s not been good and it’s been not fun — and it’s not fun for the defense either,’’ Kalil said of the slow starts that have repeatedly put Carolina in a hole. “That is the biggest focus for us this week.’’ Newton spent the bye week self-scouting and said the biggest issue he’s faced is inconsistency. The fourth-year quarterback has five touchdown passes and eight interceptions in the last five games. Two of those TD passes came in a garbage-time blowout loss to Philadelphia late in the fourth quarter. He showed signs of progress in the fourth quarter of Carolina’s 19-17 loss to Atlanta before the bye week, throwing two touchdown passes to get the Panthers back in the game before losing after Graham Gano missed two late field goals. Still, Rivera said Newton is playing at a level high enough to get the Panthers to the playoffs. “He has had some moments where he has had a couple of struggles and he’s had times where he has played very well,’’ Rivera said. “We haven’t played collectively very well as a team and at times he hasn’t played to where he’s capable of.’’ Said Newton of own performance this season: “At times there are flashes but there isn’t enough flash or flair to win football games.’’ Regardless of what has happened in the past, the Panthers are treating the final five games like a different season. “We control our own destiny,’’ running back DeAngelo Williams said. “And we with us controlling our own destiny we can either step up to the plate and swing and strikeout or knock it out of the park. In five weeks everybody will know.’’

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Seattle free safety Earl Thomas (29) celebrates with strong safety Jeron Johnson (23) during the Seahawks’ 19-3 victory over San Francisco on Thursday in Santa Clara, Calif.

’Hawks back among NFC elite BY TIM BOOTH The Associated Press RENTON, Wash. — Less than a week ago, the question was whether the Seattle Seahawks were on the verge of falling out of contention in the NFC West and on their way to being the latest Super Bowl champion to miss the playoffs. And in five days, the Seahawks completely changed the tenor of their season. Seattle’s 19-3 win over San Francisco on Thursday night elevated the Seahawks from just being in the playoff race. With a defense that appears to be returning to its 2013 form, Seattle is back in the conversation among the best in the NFC. “We’re having a good time. We’re dedicated to one another right now. When you’re on the field playing for one another, we’re play-

ing like some 9-year-old, 10-year-old kids, not worried about the outcome, not worried about individual stats or anything like that,’’ cornerback Richard Sherman said after his two interceptions against the 49ers. “Guys are just playing really hard for one another, enjoying one another. When a team’s playing like that, we’re really hard to beat.’’ It was the Seahawks (8-4) second straight 19-3 victory following their win over NFC West-leading Arizona last Sunday. The dominance of Seattle’s defense was overwhelming in both victories and the first time since 2005 — when Seattle made its first Super Bowl trip — the Seahawks did not allow a touchdown in consecutive games. The 164 total yards allowed to the 49ers were a season-low for Seattle and the ninth time since 2010 the

Seahawks have held an opponent under 200 total yards. Seattle is 18-1 in regular season and playoff games under Pete Carroll when holding its opponent under 250 total yards — and both the 49ers and Cardinals have been added to that total in the last week. “Everybody feels very clear about what we’re trying to get done now,’’ Carroll said on his radio show Friday morning. “We’re on point with what it takes to prepare and take it to game time.’’ Much of what Seattle has accomplished on defense can be attributed to the return of middle linebacker Bobby Wagner and the improved health of strong safety Kam Chancellor. Wagner led Seattle with 10 tackles against the 49ers while Chancellor — after being named NFC defensive player of the week for his game

against Arizona — helped to make San Francisco’s run game a non-factor and silence Vernon Davis. The 49ers finished with 64 yards rushing and Davis had two catches for 13 yards. “We talk about finishing. We’re a team that preaches finishing all the time, no matter what it is, no matter what the circumstance is, just finish,’’ Chancellor said. “The way we’ve been finishing lately just speaks volumes of how much we care about one another, how much we care about the team, and how much we care about winning.’’ There was another upside for the Seahawks: health. Despite playing two physical opponents in five days, the Seahawks managed to avoid major injury. Carroll said on his radio show Friday there were no injuries out of Thursday’s game.

Dominant win over Cowboys puts Eagles in 1st BY ROB MAADDI The Associated Press PHILADELPHIA — Mark Sanchez outplayed Tony Romo. LeSean McCoy doubled DeMarco Murray’s rushing total. The defense dominated a heralded offensive line. The Philadelphia Eagles made it clear they’re still the team to beat in the NFC East with a convincing 33-10 win at Dallas on Thanksgiving. The Eagles (9-3) took over sole possession of first place going into the final month, but will play the Cowboys (8-4) again Dec. 14 at home. “Dallas gets a lot of hype. They have good players but we have a good team, too,’’ McCoy said. “Every team has it’s day. I’m sure the next time we play them it will be a tougher game, even if it is in Philly.’’ McCoy ran for 159 yards and a touchdown. He went over 1,000 yards for the

RICE FROM PAGE B1 six games, “the commissioner called Rice to assure him that the new policy would not affect him — that it was forward-looking and his penalty would not be increased.’’ The punishment changed, though, after the video was released. In her decision, Jones also wrote: “Because Rice did not mislead the commissioner and because there were no new facts on which the commissioner could base his increased suspension, I find that the imposition of the in-

fourth time in five years, topping 100 yards for the fourth time in the last seven games after not doing it in the first five. The reigning NFL rushing champion may

not catch Murray, but he’s focused on team goals. “The best running back in the league is the one who wins the Super Bowl,’’ McCoy said.

The Eagles will have to finish one game ahead of Green Bay (8-3) and Arizona (9-2) to earn a first-round bye because they lost to the Packers and Cardinals. Next up is tough matchup against the defending Super Bowl champions. The Seattle Seahawks (8-4) visit Philadelphia on Dec. 7 following a win at San Francisco on Thursday night. Coach Chip Kelly gave players four days off to rest before they begin preparations for the Seahawks. There won’t be any quarterback controversy when the team returns to practice. Making his fourth start for the injured Nick Foles, Sanchez played his best game of the season. He finished 20 of 29 for 217 yards with a touchdown and no interceptions. Foles still isn’t ready to play after breaking his collarbone on Nov. 2, but Sanchez may not relinquish the starting job.

definite suspension was arbitrary. I therefore vacate the second penalty imposed on Rice. “The provisions of the first discipline — those regarding making continued use of counseling and other professional services, having no further involvement with law enforcement, and not committing any additional violations of league policies — still stand.’’ The NFL said it accepted the decision. “We respect Judge Jones’s decision to reinstate Ray Rice from his indefinite suspension for violating the league’s personal conduct policy in an inci-

dent of domestic violence,’’ spokesman Greg Aiello said in an email to The Associated Press. “Ray Rice is a free agent and has been eligible to be signed by an NFL team since he was released by the Ravens. Based on Judge Jones’ decision, he will be eligible to play upon signing a new contract.’’ But Rice has not played all season, and was coming off a weak 2013 season. And there is the immeasurable public relations issues that could accompany any team signing him — this season or in the future. Rice said Friday in a statement released by the play-

ers’ union: “I would like to thank Judge Barbara Jones, the NFL Players Association, my attorneys, agents, advisers, family, friends and fans — but most importantly, my wife Janay. I made an inexcusable mistake and accept full responsibility for my actions. I am thankful that there was a proper appeals process in place to address this issue. I will continue working hard to improve myself and be the best husband, father and friend, while giving back to my community and helping others to learn from my mistakes.’’

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Philadelphia running back Chris Polk (32) is tackled by Dallas middle linebacker Rolando McClain, top, during the Eagles’ 33-10 victory on Thursday in Arlington, Texas.

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Georgia WR makes stop in Columbia W

ide receiver Darius Slayton of Norcross, Ga., wrapped up his official visits over the weekend with a stop at South Carolina. He had earlier visited Georgia and Tennessee. He plans to choose one of those three Southeastern Conference Eastern Division programs, but has no defined timetable. “I had a great time up there,” Slayton said of his stay in Columbia. “It’s a great school and I had fun hanging with the players and meeting them. Everybody was very hospitable, so it was a great time. I liked it a lot.” Slayton checked out the Gamecock offense closely. It was his second game of the season at USC, so he had another chance to envision how he might fit in. “They like to throw the ball around a lot which is good for any receiver because obviously you want to be somewhere where you’ll get the ball,” Slayton said. “And they definitely do a great job getting in the hands of their playmakers.” Before departing, Slayton had a chance to talk with head coach Steve Spurrier to get his take on how he views the future of the Gamecock program. “He’s a cool guy and knows what he’s talking about,” Slayton said of Spurrier. “He’s very confident in the future of the football program.”’ Slayton also plays cornerback, but USC is recruiting him strictly at WR. Last season he had 33 catches for 940 yards and eight touchdowns. When senior WR Christian Owens (6-feet-5-inches, 210 pounds) of Griffin, Ga., decommitted from UGA earlier this month, he quickly declared a commitment to USC then backtracked from the pledge, saying he needed to make his official visit first. He made that visit over the weekend and before leaving on Sunday afternoon he formally committed to Spurrier. “I just really think it’s a blessing,” Owens said. “I just really appreciate Coach Spurrier giving me the opportunity to showcase my talents and allow me to commit early. It’s just a blessing and I’m excited and ready to get to work.” Like any receiver, Owens wants to be where they throw the ball. He’s watched the Gamecocks and knows Spurrier’s reputation, so he feels the Gamecock offense will suit him just fine. “I believe the South Carolina offense is pretty good, and I’ll be able to come right in and learn the offense, the ins and outs, and be able to showcase my talents,” Owens said. “I feel like the coaches are good enough coaches and good at what they do to put me in the right position to be able to make plays for South Carolina football.” Owens will be a January enrollee and he’s hopeful of being an early contributor. He’s not opposed to redshirting if necessary, but his goal is to play right way. “I feel like once I get there I’ll be working hard, and I’ll have a head start on the people coming in my class,” he said. “The door is open and the opportunity is there.” Owens’ season is ongoing. As a junior, he had 23 catches for 600 yards and three TDs. He believes his size is a big asset and helps to make him a dangerous WR. “Getting north and south once I catch the ball and yards after the catch,” Owens identified as his strengths. “Very good with my hands. I’m play-

ing the slot and I’m very good at getting defenders’ hands off of me. And I like to think I’ve got a good ability for highpointing the ball in the air.” Owens gives the Gamecocks 28 newcomers for 2015, including the holdovers from the ‘14 class, and he gives the Gamecocks four WR commitments. Linebacker Daniel Fennell of Loganville, Ga., made an unofficial visit to USC for the South Alabama game and will return on Jan. 23 for an official visit. Fennell will also take official visits to Michigan State, Missouri, Duke and Georgia Tech. USC and GT are the only schools he’s visited this season. “It was a real good visit,” Fennell said of his USC visit. “I talked to a whole bunch of coaches. The facilities were real nice. I talked to Coach Spurrier, (defensive coordinator) Coach (Lorenzo) Ward, (assistant) Coach (Kirk) Botkin and (assistant) Coach (G.A.) Mangus. They said they really wanted me and wanted to get me back for an official.” Fennell focused, of course, on the Gamecocks’ LB play, which has stepped up in recent weeks. “I thought I would fit in real good,” he said. “They said I would start out at Will (LB) and eventually become a Mike.” Fennell said he will take all of his official visits before making his decision and there isn’t a favorite at this point. “I haven’t been to enough places,” Fennell said. Running back Johnny Frasier had planned an official visit to USC over the weekend, but didn’t make it in. His head coach said he will reschedule. Frasier, who is regarded as the top RB prospect in North Carolina and one of the best in the country, is committed to Florida State. He’s taken an official visit to Tennessee. Defensive lineman DJ Jones of East Mississippi Junior College is in his home in upstate South Carolina for the holiday break, and while in the state he plans to drive down to Columbia for a visit with USC. Jones said he didn’t know which day he will make the visit. He talked with USC recruiter and DL coach Deke Adams last Monday. Jones currently is committed to FSU and was there on Saturday. He will take an official visit to Mississippi for the Egg Bowl against Mississippi State on Saturday, and he’s also considering Alabama and Auburn. He would like to take a visit to Alabama. He’s been officially to Auburn and might get back there again as well. Jones said he’s no longer hearing from Clemson, so the Tigers aren’t a factor. USC has been a constant with Jones throughout the recruiting process and he realizes there’s a big need there for players at his position. “As far as them losing every D-tackle they’ve got, the opportunity for me to come in and play, that’s pretty much the reason they are still in the boat,” Jones said. “I’ve stayed in contact with them, and they’ve explained to me how bad they need, not just me, but junior college defensive tackles, but I’m the main target.” Jones said after FSU, which remains on top of his list, he couldn’t rank the others in any particular order. The mid-year signing period for JC players enrolling in January starts on Dec. 17. Jones said he expects to sign within a couple of days after the beginning of the signing period. This season, Jones has 28 tackles with four quarterback

sacks and 2.5 tackles for loss. His team will play for the JC national championship on Dec. 6. All signs Phil Kornblut look positive for DL Dexter RECRUITING Wideman of CORNER Saluda High School and Camden Military to be eligible to enroll at USC in January, his high school head coach said last week. Wideman signed with USC in ’14, but did not fully qualify. He enrolled at Camden Military to improve his overall grades and appears to have done just that with just a few weeks left in the semester. Saluda head coach Stewart Young has been in touch with USC, and word back to him is positive. “Everybody is good to go,” Young said. “Dexter is excited. Everybody is talking about how much he has improved. That’s the word I’m getting. He should be able to enroll in January. He’s made the grades so far.” Young said Wideman suffered a dislocated elbow and missed the last half of the season. CLEMSON

Headlining Clemson’s visiting group this past weekend was DL Christian Wilkins of Suffield, Conn. Wilkins is regarded as one of the nation’s best DTs. He also visited Clemson last summer and has developed a good relationship with defensive coordinator Brent Venables. Wilkins is scheduled to visit Penn State this weekend. He’s also considering Boston College, Stanford, Notre Dame and Ohio State. He does not have a favorite. Defensive back Marcus Lewis of Washington has set an official visit with Clemson for this weekend, according to Adam Friedman of Rivals.com. He has visited Washington State and also has visits set with Kentucky, Miami and Ole Miss. OTHERS

Greenwood native LB Davon Durant of Butler JC in Kansas, a former USC commitment, visited Oregon over the weekend. He’s committed to Arizona State. JUNIORS CLEMSON AND USC

DL Nyles Pinckney of Whale Branch High in Beaufort planned to be at USC on Saturday for the South Alabama game, and he plans to visit Clemson this weekend for the USC game. Pinckney talked with USC recruiters Everette Sands and Adams recently. “They just told me how much they really liked me and how much they want me to go there, and how much of a great opportunity it is for me,” Pinckney said. He also was in contact with Clemson recruiter Tony Elliott. “He told me how they have senior defensive linemen and how I would have a great opportunity to play,” Pinckney said. Pinckney said he doesn’t have a lean between the Gamecocks and Tigers at this point. “I just like to see the competitive nature of the players and coaches and the atmosphere,” he said. He’s been to each three times over the years. Pinckney, who is considering graduating early, said he’s hearing the most from USC, Clemson, FSU and North Carolina.

DL Rashan Gary (6-5, 290) of Paramus, N.J., is a national recruit with over 40 offers to date. Those offers include Clemson, USC, Alabama, Florida, FSU, Maryland, Miami, Michigan, Ohio State, PSU and Virginia Tech. He will trim his list some after his season and right now none really stand out. “I’ll take some visits and then identify some schools,” Gary said. He’s never been to Clemson or USC, but wants to visit both. He also wants to see other schools in the SEC area. He has been to Maryland and PSU. Gary has some family in South Carolina and has interest in the Tigers and Gamecocks. “I like what Clemson does on defense,” he said. “South Carolina, I like what they do with their defensive linemen and how they make them better.” Gary has been in touch recently with Clemson recruiter Marion Hobby and USC’s Mangus. He likes the idea of playing om the Atlantic Coast Conference, SEC or Big Ten Conference. CLEMSON

Spartanburg High RB Tavien Feaster was in Athens, Ga., for UGA’s game with Auburn. Both schools are recruiting him hard along with Clemson, and it was his first chance to see the Bulldogs in person this season. “It was a good experience,” Feaster said. “I really like how they’ve got things set up down there. I knew that they ran the ball, but the size of those guys, you can tell they put in work every day. That’s what really stood out to me. “(Running backs) Coach (Bryan) McClendon is a great coach because he coaches all those guys, and all those guys are doing great. Every running back that he puts in is having success this season.” Feaster said the UGA coaches are telling him by the time he gets there they will only have Sony Michel and Nick Chubb at tailback so there would be plenty of room for him. Feaster plans to be at Clemson for the USC game. He also visited there for the UNC game. Feaster said he’s in contact with Clemson coaches every week. “Pretty much the same thing; they want me to come back down there to visit for a game since I haven’t been down there in a while,” Feaster said. Feaster said he’s not having contact from USC right now. Feaster has also been to Auburn. He’s also hearing from Tennessee, UNC, FSU and several others. “I’m still just pretty open. I talk to a lot of colleges every day, and it’s pretty open right now.” Feaster said he doesn’t have a favorite. He plans to narrow his list going into his senior season. He’s not sure when he’ll make his decision. “When I feel like everything is said and done, and I’ve visited enough places to know where I want to be and where I want to spend the next four years of my life,” Feaster said. Placekicker Alex Barbir of Cumming, Ga., was at Clemson on Saturday for the Georgia State game. He also visited Clemson earlier in the season. Vanderbilt and Liberty have also been showing interest. Barbir has field goals of 56 and 52 yards this season. QB Drayton Arnold of Myrtle Beach High planned to visit East Carolina this past

Saturday. ECU has yet to offer Drayton, but he is confident that one could come in the future. Ohio is his sole offer and Drayton visited the school earlier this season. Clemson, Duke and Wake Forest are also showing interest in Drayton. He visited Clemson earlier this season. “I talked to (assistant) Coach (Danny) Pearman a couple of weeks ago and they seem to be pretty interested,” Arnold said. This season, Drayton threw for nearly 3,000 yards with 37 TDs and seven interceptions. USC

USC could find out as early as January or February whether junior QB Brandon McIlwain of Newtown, Pa., will be its QB for the ‘16 class. McIlwain is planning to announce his decision this winter with the first two months of the new year the target period. McIlwain has been working with a final six of USC, Auburn, UF, PSU, VT and Duke. He visited USC for the UGA game and was at Auburn for the Louisiana State game. He has also visited PSU. He was at UF on Saturday. USC recruiter Mangus visited McIlwain recently and the two remain in touch. “He was at my last playoff game,” he said. “I talk to him pretty often and I like South Carolina a lot.” McIlwain said it’s possible he could make another trip to USC, but nothing is definite on that. He does not think he will be able to visit Duke or VT before he makes his decision. He does not yet have any favorites from his final six. McIlwain finished his junior season with over 2,100 yards passing and 1,100 rushing. He threw for 18 scores and added 20 more on the ground. Mangus recently checked in on OL Terrance Davis of Hyattsville, Md. The Gamecocks have offered Davis, who is interested, but has not yet narrowed his list. Davis’ high school team plays its games on Saturdays so he’s been unable to take many visits this season. He has been to Maryland and PSU. Davis said he would like to attend a game in Columbia next year. Davis plans to narrow his list early in the summer and could commit prior to his senior season. He has offers from USC, Maryland, PSU, Michigan, Alabama, FSU, UGA, Kentucky and Ole Miss among others. He does not have any favorites. BASKETBALL

USC women’s head coach Dawn Staley signed guard Shay Colley (5-8) of Brampton, Ontario, last week. She played with the Canadian National team last summer, and Staley saw her when her USA team played the Canadians. BASEBALL

Junior right-handed pitcerh Colby Lee of Latta High committed to USC last week. His teammate, RHP JK Love, signed with College of Charleston last week. Clemson announced its early signees last week. They are shortstop/RHP Grant Cox of Greenville; left-handed pitcher Jake Higgenbotham of Buford, Ga., RHP Jackson Kowar of Weddington, N.C., catcher Cal Raleigh of Sylva, N.C., SS Cornelius Randolph, RHP Ryley Gilliam of Kennesaw, Ga., infielder Jordan Greene of Charlotte, RHP Brooks Crawford of Watkinsville, Ga., RHP Zach Goodman of Kennesaw, Ga., and shortstop Jalen Miller of Atlanta.

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Chalmers leads Australian Open; McIlroy tied for 2nd SYDNEY — Two-time former champion Greg Chalmers took a one-stroke lead Friday at the Australian Open after a 5-under 66, while marquee attractions Rory McIlroy and Adam Scott weren’t far behind on a tough day for scoring. Chalmers had seven birdies in his second round to move to 5-under 137 after 36 holes. Defending champion McIlroy played

in difficult afternoon conditions at The Australian Golf Club and he persevered for an up-and-down 69 to be in a group tied for second. ROYALS TRADE CROW TO MIAMI, GIVE FRASOR $1.8M DEAL

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Former firstround draft pick Aaron Crow was traded from the Kansas City Royals to the

Miami Marlins for left-hander Brian Flynn and right-hander Reid Redman. In another move Friday, Jason Frasor and the Royals agreed to a one-year contract with a 2016 mutual option that guarantees the reliever $1.8 million. MOM: MISSING OHIO PLAYER TEXTED ABOUT CONCUSSIONS

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The mother of a

missing Ohio State football player has told police he texted her about his prior concussions the morning he disappeared. Defensive tackle Kosta Karageorge’s mother told police the text was sent at about 1:30 a.m. Wednesday. The 6-foot-5 senior missed practice Wednesday and Thursday and has not been heard from. From wire reports

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Slumber party with mom is every-night event DEAR ABBY — My mother has this odd habit that my younger sister, “Sara,” and I don’t agree with. It’s Dear Abby only the three of us in ABIGAIL our house, VAN BUREN and Sara and I are in high school and college. Our mother forces one of us to sleep with her in her room every night. Sara sleeps in Mom’s room more often than I do, and rarely gets a chance to sleep in her own bed. On the few occasions when Sara is sick, I sleep with Mom. But if we’re both sick, she picks one of us anyway.

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Abby, this has persisted for years. I have tried many times to convince my mother to let us sleep in our own rooms, but she ignores me or accuses me of “not loving her enough.” She says the same things to Sara. I’m worried about my mother. I feel as though she’s depressed or worried about being abandoned. At the same time, I don’t want us sleeping in Mom’s bed forever. We have our own lives and rooms. What would be the best thing to do in this situation? Sleepover in Maryland DEAR SLEEPOVER — Your mother is an adult who should long ago have learned to sleep alone. She should not be trying to “guilt” you and your sister into sleeping with her

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by accusing you of not loving her enough if you don’t spend the night in her bed. The two of you should ask her together why she’s doing this. You young ladies are old enough to simply refuse if you would rather sleep in your own rooms. But breaking this habit may not be easy for your mother, so if she says she can’t sleep without one of you with her, volunteer to stay with her until she falls asleep and THEN go to your rooms. For an excellent guide to becoming a better conversationalist and a more sociable person, order “How to Be Popular.” Send your name and mailing address, plus check or money order for $7 (U.S. funds) to Dear Abby, Popularity Booklet, P.O. Box 447, Mount Morris, IL 610540447. (Shipping and handling are included in the price.)

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HOW TO PLAY: Each row, column and set of 3-by-3 boxes must contain the numbers 1 through 9 without repetition.

ACROSS 1 It’s a bluff 6 Let it all out, perhaps 10 “Yeah, what-evs” 14 Kit and kaboodle 15 She plays Jackie on “Nurse Jackie” 16 “99 Luftballons” band 17 Taqueria adjective 18 Tongue specialists? 20 Six-Day War setting 21 Target, say 22 Prince Valiant’s heir apparent 23 Beat on “Survivor” 24 Superstitious admonition 27 Laborer on the move 28 Crushed, as a spice 34 Obliquely 35 Without serious consideration 36 “Yikes!” 38 Considerable 39 Undeveloped areas

41 Title bout, say 46 Reminder of an old flame? 47 Purity 48 First name in rap 51 “Sleepy Hollow” director 52 One of Chekhov’s “Three Sisters” 53 Abbr. for the nameless? 54 Rocky heights 55 Small change 56 Judicious 57 Weapon of yore 58 “Grumpy Old Men” actor Davis DOWN 1 King’s Cross and others: Abbr. 2 Mozart title starter 3 Obliquely 4 Gun site 5 Easy-tomiss miss 6 Last of an annual trio 7 Ciao relatives 8 Certain

brogue 9 Court groups 10 19-Down, e.g.: Abbr. 11 Inebriate 12 Between, to Berlioz 13 Extremely shocked? 19 World Cup chant 24 Key of Pachelbel’s Canon: Abbr. 25 River through northern France 26 Ones who are retiring 29 Like-minded 30 Cherishes 31 Vital components

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‘Grumpy Cat’s Worst Christmas Ever’ just may be perfect BY KEVIN MCDONOUGH “Grumpy Cat’s Worst Christmas Ever” (8 p.m., Saturday, Lifetime, TV-PG) does not aspire to greatness. But it just may be perfect. It exceeds its own everso minimal expectations and cleverly works on every level. And there are many. The sour-looking cat that launched a billion Internet clicks does little in this movie but lounge, pout and appear in quirky little graphics. But Grumpy’s “thoughts,” as voiced by Aubrey Plaza (“Parks & Recreation”), offer a wonderfully sardonic takedown of every cloying Christmas movie cliche. The film’s thin plot offers a flimsy platform for Grumpy’s acerbic zingers. Grumpy lives in a mall pet store called Whiskers, where she can “hear” all of the other animals’ interior monologues. Chirpy finches shout “Customers!” every time a stranger walks through a door. A Jack Russell overcompensates cheerfully; a snake purrs seductively in a Latin accent and a snobby parrot condescends to the rest of the gang while a gerbil works out furiously. All of this perky energy makes Grumpy, well, grumpy. A story about the pet store’s brush with eviction, a milliondollar dog, a lazy and corrupt mall cop, a pair of heavy metalloving burglars, an adolescent girl with a heart of gold and a possible love match between her waitress mother and a mall elf only offer more material for Grumpy as the sourpuss comments on her own role in a lowbudget movie, plugs Aubrey Plaza’s voice-over career and even comments how different “Grumpy” is from other Lifetime movies! Not unlike “Sharknado,” this holiday bauble is an invitation to share snark on social media. But “Grumpy” tweets will probably be inspired more by clever writing than stunt cast-

Asner, Betty White and Tim Curry animate the 1996 special “The Story of Santa Claus” (9:00 p.m., CBS).

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Grumpy Cat (voiced by Aubrey Plaza) stars in “Grumpy Cat’s Worst Christmas Ever,” premiering at 8 p.m. today on Lifetime. ing. And of course, the hashtag-dispensing Grumpy invites us all to tweet along. • It’s difficult for any mere movie star to shine in the shadow of Grumpy Cat, but Anne Heche gives it a shot in the 2014 holiday comedy “One Christmas Eve” (8 p.m., Sunday, Hallmark). Like “Grumpy Cat,” it involves a Christmas overshadowed by recent divorce. Mom (Heche) tries desperately to overcompensate in order to plan the “perfect,” if Dad-less, holiday for her two girls. • A thoughtful documentary about a misunderstood affliction and an underestimated killer, “Sleepless in America” (8 p.m., Sunday, National Geographic) is not afraid to pull the heartstrings. It begins with a first-person account by a man who lost his wife and children in a horrific car crash. The other driver wasn’t drunk, on drugs or texting. He was a seemingly nice guy, driving from his job at a medical facility to see his fiancee. He had been pulling double shifts and missing sleep when he dozed at the wheel before crossing four lanes of traffic.

“Sleepless” asserts that the Exxon Valdez oil spill, a fatal Staten Island ferry crash and other disasters have been linked to sleep deprivation. It then assembles evidence linking inadequate sleep (less than six hours a night) to weight gain, depression and even cancer.

SATURDAY’S HOLIDAY SPECIALS • An airsick sled-tugger takes a tip from some squirrels in the 2008 cartoon “The Flight Before Christmas” (8 p.m., CBS, TV-PG). • Candace Cameron Bure stars in “Christmas Under Wraps” (8 p.m., Hallmark, TV-G). • The voices of Edward

• Gourds defy gravity on “Punkin Chunkin: SuperChunk!” (8 p.m., Discovery and Science Channels) hosted by Kari Byron and Tory Belleci (“Mythbusters”). • Tony’s past becomes tabloid fodder on “The Missing” (9 p.m., Starz, TV-MA). • Craftsmen create exhibits on subjects ranging from King Tut to Apollo 11 in the new series “Museum Men” (10 p.m., H2).

SUNDAY’S HOLIDAY SPECIALS • Recently seen in “A Royal Christmas,” Lacey Chabert stars in the 2014 holiday bauble “The Tree That Saved Christmas” (7 p.m., UP), recycling a story that is literally an evergreen. • The nostalgia channel Get TV presents the 1957 holiday special “Happy Holidays With Bing and Frank” (10 p.m.). As in Crosby and Sinatra, if you have to ask!

SUNDAY’S HIGHLIGHTS • The Chiefs host the Broncos on “Sunday Night Football” (8:20 p.m., NBC). • Elizabeth’s predecessor had access to funny money on “Madam Secretary” (8:30 p.m.,

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CBS, TV-PG). • “Ax Men” (9 p.m., History, TV-PG) enters its eighth season. • Bill O’Reilly and Rob Lowe introduce the 2013 drama/historical re-enactment “Killing Kennedy” (9 p.m., Fox News Channel), adapted from O’Reilly’s best-selling book. • Paranoia strikes deep on “Resurrection” (9 p.m., ABC, TVPG). • “Downton Abbey Rediscovered” (9 p.m., PBS, TV-G, check local listings) glances back at the first four seasons and anticipates the return of the series on Jan. 4. • Rick tries to reckon the new normal on “The Walking Dead” (9 p.m., AMC, TV-MA). • Will protects a source on “The Newsroom” (9 p.m., HBO, TV-MA). • Jane and Lisbon keep their romance on the down-low as “The Mentalist” (9:30 p.m., CBS, TV-14) enters its seventh and final season. • Emily maintains her poker face on “Revenge” (10 p.m., ABC, TV-PG). • “Pot Barons of Colorado” (10 p.m., MSNBC) looks at the budding prospects of marijuana entrepreneurs. • Valerie doesn’t like the direction of the editing team on “The Comeback” (10 p.m., HBO, TV-MA). • The Christmas card competition runs into a ditch on “Getting On” (10:30 p.m., HBO, TVMA).

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Help Wanted Full-Time Locally established Heating & Air condition Co. looking for Exp. Service Tech. Needs to have good driving record. Pay range from $33k-$46k a year plus health insurance, retirement, bonus and commission available. Apply in person at 1640 Suber Street. Hill Plumbing Co. 438 N. Main St. Sumter is submitting a proposal on the USC School of Law on 12/04/14.We are searching for certified DBE subcontractors interested in providing a proposal to us for the following trades: Core cutting, pipe insulation & fire caulking. Subcontractor must provide DBE certif. Call Renee 1-800-849-8884 for details. Poultry Farm Supervisor who is detailed oriented, with equipment operating & maintenance experience. Send resume to Box 377 c//o The Item, PO Box 1677 Sumter SC 29151

STC Now Hiring Diesel Mechanic Qualified candidates must have: •Valid driver license •High School Diploma or GED •Three years or more of diesel mechanical experience •Must provide tools / picture at interview

2003 Minnie Winnie 31C Class C Motor Home. 26845 miles, Ford E450 chasie, Z10 engine, 1 slide, 4KW generator, new refrig., $30,000 OBO Call 803-481-0155

Poultry Plant Supervisor, maintenance background to maintain equipment, need to manage 40-50 employees, record keeping and some carpenter experience. Send resume to Box 376 c//o The Item, PO Box 1677 Sumter SC 29151

2009 Ford Escape, V6, exc. cond., new tires, 80,700 mi., asking $9995 OBO. Call 803-938-2737

3Bd 2Ba MH near Pinewood New carpet & appliances, no pets $500 mth + dep. Call 843-884-0346

Autos For Sale

2, 3 & 4 Br, all appliances, Section 8 accepted. 469-6978 or 499-1500

3 Apts Avail. 1 Br, 3 Room Apartment St, No appliances $350 mo. & dep Call 775-0776

Mobile Home Rentals

STATEBURG COURTYARD

Manufactured Housing For Sale Nice 4 Br 2 Ba D/W MH w/ dinning rm, den w fire place, bonus rm. c//h//a, new carpet & paint, brick underpinning, lg fenced lot 803-983-0408 LOW CREDIT SCORE? Been turned down for bad credit? Come try us, we do our own financing. We have 2-3-4 bedroom homes. For more information, call 843-389-4215.

Land & Lots for Sale DALZELL/WALMART 1 AC. PAVED, SEPTIC OPTIONAL! $5990! 888-774-5720

YOUR AD HERE LOCAL DRIVERS WANTED

Full time maintenance position available full benefits, vacation, sick leave, insurance, paid holidays. Call 803-435-4492

EOE and Drug Free Workplace Contact - Pat Joyner 803-775-1002 x107

Seasoned Oak Firewood Full size truck $75 . Call Fred 803-883-8074 or 481-2789

Senior Living Apartments for those 62+ (Rent based on income) Shiloh-Randolph Manor 125 W. Bartlette. 775-0575 Studio/1 Bedroom apartments available EHO

2 & 3 BRs 803-494-4015

Vans / Trucks / Buses

REAL ESTATE

South Forge Apts 1 BR ($450) and 2 BR ($505), Water, stove and fridge furnished. Christy at 803-494-8443.

STC offers competitive salary and benefits

For Sale or Trade

3br 2ba 24 x 48 MH 10 x 20 deck overlooking 22 acre lake. $725/mo + utilities & sec. dep. No pets! Stove & refrig incl. Mins. from Shaw. Call 803-840-9097 or 840-9098.

Unfurnished Apartments

EMPLOYMENT

TRANSPORTATION

“$2,000 - SIGN ON BONUS”

.45/mi on all miles • Layover Pay • Loading/unloading $15 from 1st hr Achievable Goals for Lucrative Incentives - CDL (Class A) w/ hazmat & tanker - At least 2 yrs. exp. - Clean MVR

CONTACT Pat Joyner at 803-775-1002 Ext. 107 OR visit our website to download a job application and fax to (954) 653-1195

- Excellent pay ($.45 per running mile - includes $.06 per diem non-taxable expense) - Paid Vacation - Paid Holidays - Paid Sick Days - BC/BS Health Ins. - Dental Insurance - Life Insurance - Short Term Disability - 401(k) w/co. Match

www.sumtertransport.com 170 S. Lafayette Drive Sumter, SC 29150 EOE

MANUFACTURING CERTIFICATION PROGRAM RBC Bearings 2268 S. Fifth Street Hartsville, SC 29550 Classes to be held December 8th - 11th and December 15th - 18th Multiple positions available Pay range: $9.80 - $20.64 This program is designed to prepare individuals for employment with RBC Bearings, Inc. Available positions may include CNC Set-up Operator, VTL Set-up/Operator, Grind Machine Set-up/Operator, Furnace Operator, Assembly and Materials Clerk. A certiﬁcation, training & assessment class, to meet on 4 nights, for 2 weeks, Monday - Thursday, will be held to assess candidates’ knowledge and skills in Print Reading, Precision Measuring Instruments, Control Plans and Shop Floor Control. Completion of the class does not guarantee a job with RBC Bearings, nor does it require you to accept a job offer. There is no cost to attend. Requirements • High School Diploma or GED from an accredited school • WorkKeys Score • Minimum 2+ years manufacturing experience • Able to work any shift, overtime and weekends as needed If you qualify and are interested in applying you should send your resume via email to hvhr@rbcbearings.com or fax to 843.332.2399. EOE/AA

MICROFIBER

SHEET SETS Twin & Full .......$5 per set 29 Progress St. - Sumter Queen & King ...$8 per set 775-8366 Ext. 37 Store Hours Mon. - Sat. • 9:30 - 5:00 Closed Sunday

SELECTED ASSORTED

HAND 3/$1.00 TOWELS

“FRIDAY”

M/F/H/V

AT BITS ‘N PIECES EARLY BIRD 10% OFF OF ENTIRE PURCHASE 2 HOURS ONLY 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

LIGHTWEIGHT

BATH TOWELS $2 each

“CHEVRON”

Placemats ........$3 per set Runners ...............$2 each