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COLUMBIA — South Carolina football has beaten all the odds in the final two weeks of the season, upsetting then-No. 5 Tennessee and No. 8 Clemson as multiple-touchdown underdogs.

The Gamecocks (8-4, 4-4 SEC) successfully ruined the College Football Playoff hopes of both the Tigers (10-2) and the Vols (10-2), earning themselves a No. 20 ranking in both the USA TODAY coaches' and Associated Press polls.

The upsets were even more stunning because they came after South Carolina scored a combined 16 points against Missouri (6-6) and Florida (6-6). The 31-30 victory over Clemson on Saturday was the Gamecocks' first since 2013 and marked the first consecutive wins over top 10 opponents in program history.

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Who won't play in the bowl game?

Several South Carolina upperclassmen are likely to declare for the NFL Draft and therefore unlikely to play in the bowl game. Defensive back Cam Smith, who is projected widely as a first-round pick, has not made an official decision but said before the Tennessee game that he will probably declare. Defensive lineman Zacch Pickens and Josh Vann, who both walked on senior day, are also expected to declare. Vann exited the Clemson game in the first quarter with a knee injury, which makes him the least likely of the three to play in December.

The question South Carolina fans want an answer to right now is whether quarterback Spencer Rattler will be back next year, and his performances against Tennessee and Clemson may have been enough to get him back on NFL radars. Even if Rattler does decide to declare, it would be a surprise if he opted out of the bowl game. Two big performances are great, but a third in a major bowl keeps him on the national radar and could elevate him to a legitimate early round prospect.

Is the Citrus Bowl a sure thing?

It was ... until No. 5 LSU lost to Texas A&M. Now the bowl projections are a bit more complicated, but the Citrus Bowl remains the clear frontrunner for South Carolina.

The Citrus Bowl, played on Jan. 2 in Orlando, Florida, gets the first pick of SEC teams after the College Football Playoff and New Year's Six bowls are filled. Georgia will likely be the only SEC team in the playoff, which leaves Tennessee, LSU and Alabama ranked above the Gamecocks. The Cotton Bowl, Sugar Bowl and Orange Bowl could all be filled by SEC teams, which would leave South Carolina in the Citrus, but the Orange and Cotton are not guaranteed to a team in the conference.

If one of the aforementioned trio misses out on a New Year's Six — probably three-loss LSU — that team becomes the favorite for the Citrus. South Carolina would then fall to either the Gator Bowl played Dec. 30 in Jacksonville, Florida, or to the ReliaQuest Bowl in Tampa, Florida, on Jan. 2.

What do the upsets mean for recruiting?

With the early signing period on Dec. 21, it may be a bit late to significantly impact the 2023 recruiting class, but it wouldn't be surprising to see some big gains in the 2024 class. Coach Shane Beamer, who served as South Carolina's recruiting coordinator under Steve Spurrier from 2007-10, is known for his recruiting acumen and will certainly take advantage of the positive momentum.

The Gamecocks had a massive group of prospects at the Tennessee game, and Beamer said he was still getting messages of excitement from recruits for days after the 63-38 victory over the Vols. While the road win at Clemson didn't provide an on-the-ground experience for South Carolina recruits, it did something just as important: proved Tennessee wasn't a fluke. It solidified that the program is actually developing, rather than a one-hit wonder.

South Carolina has several major targets left on the board for 2023, including five-star defensive lineman Nyckoles Harbor. Harbor would be the first five-star commitment of Beamer's head-coaching tenure and the Gamecocks' first since defensive lineman Jordan Burch in 2020.

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Big Bear (CA): Big Bear HS, located in the mountains of Southern California is looking for high quality Assistant football Coaches for immediate openings.. Biggest needs are a QB & DB coach. Various positions open on both levels with a possible coordinator spot for the right candidate. Coaches must be dedicated to a year round program. School currently has teaching positions open for Chemistry & Spanish as well as Custodial is & Special Ed Aide positions. If interested, please send an Introduction email & resume to Head Coach Jon Fleming Jon_Fleming@bearvalleyusd.org

Pike (Indianapolis, IN): Pike HS is looking for a QBs coach, RBs coach, and WRs coach. There is an opening in the high school in the PE department. Interested coaches can contact mbrevard@pike.k12.in.us.

St. John Paul II (Huntsville, AL): St. Paul II is looking to hire a new head coach. A full-time position will accompany the coaching position depending on the needs and resources of the School and licensure/certification of the candidate. There is also an opportunity for at least one assistant coach to obtain full-time employment with the School depending on their experience and background as well as the needs and resources of the School. Interested candidates can apply by sending your resume, references and any other relevant documentation to Athletic Director Matt McManus at mmcmanus@jp2falcons.org.

Detroit Catholic Central (MI): Dan Anderson, who has led the program since 2017, has stepped down.

Manchester West (NH): Head coach Tom Bozoian has resigned.

Old Plank Christian (FL): Old Plank Christian Academy is looking for an assistant football coach and 9-12 English teacher. We will consider the candidate for a coordinator position. We play 8-Man football in the SSAC in the State of Florida. Old Plank went 7-2 last year and was the First Coast Division Champion. At Old Plank we want to grow the football program to 11-Man in the coming years. We have an on campus football field and weight room. If interested, please email – cdavis@oldplankca.com

Alexandria City (VA): Alexandria City HS, formerly T.C. Williams HS, is looking for Varsity and JV football coaches to join the program immediately. We are looking for Offensive positions coach with QB being top priority, Defensive position coaches/Coordinator if the right candidate. Special teams coordinator or JV Head Coach tags as well to the right candidate. Coaches must be committed to a year long program. We are Located in Alexandria, Va. 15 minutes away from Washington, D.C. We will accept inquiries from coaches serious about moving to Northern Virginia and able to teach or currently living in Northern Virginia. Several teaching positions are available including PE, Special Education, science, etc. We are rebuilding the program coming off a 5-5 season. Please send interest email and resume to Head Coach Rodney Hughey at Rodney.hughey@acps.k12.va.us.

New London (CT): Johnny Burns has announced that he has been forced to resign from the head coaching job.

Laconia (NH): Craig Kozens is retiring after 31 years in high school football.

English Valleys (IA): English Valleys CSD has an anticipated Head Varsity Football Coaching position open. EV plays 8-man football and has the following positions open in addition to the Head Football position: Activities DirectorK-8 PE/Health or 6-12 PE/Health (depending on fit), Special Education Strat I: Mild/Moderate, JH Boys Track, HS Boys Wrestling (anticipated), HS Asst. Boys Basketball. All serious inquiries, please send letter of interest and resume to Secondary Principal Nick Breuer at nbreuer@english-valleys.k12.ia.us.

Dysart (AZ): Dysart HS, located in the West Phoenix, AZ area is looking for an assistant football coach and certified Biology teacher to start January 2, 2023. We are also looking for passionate assistant track coaches at this time. Please email Athletic Director Jason Wilke at jason.wilke@dysart.org your resume and letter of interest.

Sickles (FL): Sickles HS is looking for coaches on both sides of the ball for Varsity and JV programs. Sickles is located on the Northwest side of Tampa, FL. We need a full year commitment to develop these players in the off-season as well. Staff can be rearranged to accommodate best fit. Please email Coach Kyle Jolly at kyle.jolly@hcps.net.

Olympic Heights (FL): Olympic Heights, a 4M school (8A) in Boca Raton, is looking to hire multiple coaches for next season. We are looking for RB, WR, DL, OLB, ILB, CB to fill our staff. Also Varsity Defensive Coordinator could be available for the right candidate, also JV offensive and defensive coordinators. We are looking for coaches that can be involved in a year around program, are about 3D coaching and developing the complete whole person student athlete. These are paid stipend positions. Also we will have core subjects available for coaches that are certified or looking to get certified to teach. If interested, please contact head coach Brandon Knight at brandon.knight@palmbeachschools.org. We are looking to fill these positions asap.

Pickens (SC): Pickens HS is accepting applications for Head Football Coach. Pickens High School is located 30 minutes from Clemson University, 30 minutes from Greenville, and one hour from Asheville NC. Please use the following link for more information about the job and how to apply visit this link. If you have any questions feel free to email Athletic Director Chad Smith at chadsmith@pickens.k12.sc.us.

Ashdown (AR): Ashdown HS is looking to fill the following open dates for the 2023 football season: Week 5 (9/29) or Week 10 (11/3). Interested programs can contact mrichardson@ashdownschools.org.

PICKENS COUNTY, S.C. (WSPA)- People in Pickens County have a big decision to make this election, on whether or not alcohol sales will be allowed on Sundays across the county.

If you want a margarita or beer on a Sunday at Fiesta Mexican Restaurant in Liberty, you’ll have to wait.

“We have a lot of people who come in from out of town,” Employee Katelyn Turner said. “They’re really shocked when they come in here and they ask us for alcohol, and we tell them we can’t sell it in this county.”

Liberty is one of the cities in Pickens County that still doesn’t allow alcohol sales on Sundays.

Turner said, “It definitely affects how much money we’re able to make, because we definitely could make a lot more money and bring in a lot more business if we were able to.”

However, on Tuesday, voters will have the chance to change that law county-wide.

Earlier this year, Pickens County Council voted to put two Sunday alcohol sales referendums on the ballot.

The questions on the ballot ask whether to allow the sale of beer and wine on Sundays at places like convenience stores or grocery stores and if alcoholic beverages can be sold at approved businesses, like restaurants and bars.

Alex Saitta represents District 3 in Pickens County, and says he thinks the referendums shouldn’t even be on the ballot.

“I just don’t think making intoxicants, whether it’s alcohol, marijuana, or the craze we had with prescription painkillers years ago, more accessible to the public is a step in the right direction,” Saitta said.

However, Henry Wilson, who represents District 6 disagrees.

“It’s kind of nice that the local government can set individual ego and attitudes and personalities aside, and put things on the ballot so individual people can decide,” Wilson said.

Four cities in Pickens County, Clemson, Easley, Central and Pickens created a separate ordinance to allow alcohol sales on Sundays. This vote would not affect them.

If you live in Pickens County and are registered to vote, you can view the Pickens County sample ballots here.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF ESTATES All persons having claims against the following estates MUST file their claims on Form #371ES with the Probate Court of PICKENS COUNTY, the address of which is 222 MCDANIEL AVE., B-16 PICKENS, SC 29671, within eight (8) months after the date of the first publication of this Notice to Creditors or within one (1) year from date of death, whichever is earlier (SCPC 62-3-801, et seq.), or such persons shall be forever barred as to their claims. All claims are required to be presented in written statements on the prescribed form (FORM #371ES) indicating the name and address of the claimant, the basis of the claim, the amount claimed, the date when the claim will become due, the nature of any uncertainty as to the claim, and a description of any security as to the claim.

Estate: Gerald Keith Jacks Date of Death: 08/25/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900726 Personal Representative: Patricia Jacks Address: 119 Jacks Drive, Pickens, SC 29671 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: James William Cooper Date of Death: 06/16/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900562 Personal Representative: Gloria H. Cooper Address: 108 Hunters Ridge, Pickens, SC 29671 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: Peggy Shepherd Alexander Date of Death: 09/23/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900803 Personal Representative: Trudie Ann Britt Address: Post Office Box 481, Liberty, SC 29657 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: Louie Keasler, Jr. Date of Death: 02/23/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900825 Personal Representative: Jennie B. Keasler Address: 127 Vista Drive, Clemson, SC 29631 Attorney: Randall M. Newton Address: Post Office Box 1539, Clemson, SC 29633 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: Mary Mauldin Holder Lark Date of Death: 08/24/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900829 Personal Representative: Penelope L. Lark Address: 58 Collinsbrooke Court, Simpsonville, SC 29681 Attorney: J. Baker Cleveland, III Address: Post Office Box 9, Pickens, SC 29671 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: Robert Eugene Crenshaw Date of Death: 08/28/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900828 Personal Representative: Allene N. Durham Crenshaw Address: 426 Boggs Road, Pickens, SC 29671 Attorney: J. Baker Cleveland, III Address: Post Office Box 9, Pickens, SC 29671 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: Odell James Smith Date of Death: 09/06/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900768 Personal Representative: Kimberly Michelle Smith-Monroe Address: 361 Highpoint Road, Piedmont, SC 29673 Attorney: Daniel E. Hunt Address: P.O. Box 887, Easley, SC 29641 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: Fred W. Hoover Date of Death: 09/06/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900806 Personal Representative: Bryan Lee Hoover Address: 120 Wisteria Lane, Seneca, SC 29678 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: James Roy Pennell, III Date of Death: 09/20/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900805 Personal Representative: Rebecca Pennell Parris Address: 221 Lancaster Drive, Anderson, SC 29621 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: Mary Gossett Smith Date of Death: 09/07/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900789 Personal Representative: Gilda K. Posey Address: 105 Clemson Ave., Greenville, SC 29611 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: Billy Jack Fulbright Date of Death: 08/16/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900796 Personal Representative: Jessica R. Smith Address: 205 Peppercorn Way, Easley, SC 29642 Attorney: Nathan M. Clark Address: Post Office Box 1539, Clemson, SC 29633 Oct. 19, 26, Nov. 2

Estate: Mary Nell Lindsey Vess Date of Death: 08/24/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900785 Personal Representative: John W. Vess, Jr. Address: 351A Scotland Rd., Easley, SC 29640 Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9

Estate: Rebecca Ann Bright Date of Death: 06/27/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900876 Personal Representative: Patricia W. Jones Address: 384 Raines Rd., Easley, SC 29640 Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9

Estate: Clyde Johnson, Jr. Date of Death: 06/20/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900856 Personal Representative: Michael E. Johnson Address: 333 Bert Road, Rome, GA 30161 Attorney: David B. Greene Address: 11 McGee Street, Greenville, SC 29601 Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9

Estate: Dora Bernice Wilson Elrod Date of Death: 08/05/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900878 Personal Representative: Imogene E. Sheriff Address: 1154 Saluda Dam Rd., Easley, SC 29640 Attorney: Kelvin R. Kearse Address: P.O. Box 1504, Easley, SC 29641 Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9

Estate: Donald Duane Rankin Date of Death: 07/29/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900872 Personal Representative: Judy Hallman Address: 109 Moultrie Court, Easley, SC 29640 Attorney: James M. Robinson Address: P.O. Box 738, Easley, SC 29641 Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9

Estate: Judith Ann Barton Date of Death: 10/01/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900871 Personal Representative: Christopher Bruce Barton Address: 120 Josiephene Drive, Central, SC 29630 Attorney: Randall M. Newton Address: Post Office Box 1539, Clemson, SC 29633 Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9

Estate: Williams Jacob May Date of Death: 09/17/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900864 Personal Representative: Douglas W. May Address: 3045 Westminster Drive, Unit 102, Beavercreek, OH 45431 Attorney: J. Baker Cleveland, III Address: Post Office Box 9 Pickens, SC 29671 Oct. 26, Nov. 2, 9

Estate: Leona Winchester Crowther Date of Death: 08/16/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900817-2 Personal Representative: Benjamin L. Crowther Address: 137 E. Jones Avenue, Pickens, SC 29671 Nov. 2, 9, 16

Estate: Robert Eston Baker Date of Death: 08/30/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900807 Personal Representative: Robert L. Baker Address: 261 Issaqueena Drive, Central, SC 29630 Nov. 2, 9, 16

Estate: Richard Michael Miller Date of Death: 08/16/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900722 Personal Representative: John Adkins Address: 211 Rices Creek Rd., Liberty, SC 29657 Nov. 2, 9, 16

Estate: David Paul Jones Date of Death: 03/02/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900439 Personal Representative: Steven Alexander Address: Post Office Box 618, Pickens, SC 29671 Nov. 2, 9, 16

Estate: Grace Olive Lewis Reece Date of Death: 10/08/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900881 Personal Representative: William Ray Reece Address: 138 Loch Lomond Drive, Pickens, SC 29671 Attorney: Sean J. Hinton Address: Post Office Box 9, Pickens, SC 29671 Nov. 2, 9, 16

Estate: Eston Dale Harward Date of Death: 10/06/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900879 Personal Representative: Lucinda Diane Rainey Address: 12335 Charlotte Drive, Alpharetta, GA 30004 Attorney: Adam B. Lambert Address: Post Office Box 9, Pickens, SC 29671 Nov. 2, 9, 16

Estate: James Walter Bryant, Jr. Date of Death: 11/08/2021 Case Number: 2021ES3900978 Personal Representative: Kimberly Elaine Bryant Steed Address: 147 West Maple Court, Central, SC 29630 Attorney: David R. Harrison Address: P.O. Box 412, Pickens, SC 29671 Nov. 2, 9, 16

Estate: John Daniel Anthony Date of Death: 08/17/2022 Case Number: 2022ES3900895 Personal Representative: Holly Knight Address: 120 Windover Lane, Easley, SC 29640 Co-Personal Representative: Darryl J. Medlin, II Address: 2234 Fox Squirrel Bridge Rd., Pickens, SC 29671 Attorney: Daniel E. Hunt Address: P.O. Box 887, Easley, SC 29641 Nov. 2, 9, 16

The first round of the South Carolina High School League kicked off Friday night. Some teams advanced and some weren't as fortunate.

See which Anderson and Pickens area teams advanced to the next round and which teams played its last game of the year.

STATE CHAMPIONSHIP PREDICITONS:We picked every SC high school football championship. Here are our predictions.

BHP eases by Walhalla

Once Belton-Honea Path took control of its game against Walhalla, the Bears never lost it. BHP went on to win, 36-18, and advanced to the second round of the AAA playoffs.

Next round BHP (10-1) will be on the road against Clinton (11-0).

Daniel finishes strong vs. Southside

Daniel and Southside were scoreless through the first quarter until Daniel turned up the heat and went up 21-6 by halftime. Daniel went on to win 49-14 to advance in the AAA bracket.

Next week Daniel (11-0) will host Woodruff (6-5).

Westside outscores Midland Valley

Westside and Midland Valley had a high scoring battle that ended with Westside winning 45-35. Westside scored five rushing touchdowns to help advance to the second round of the AAAA playoffs.

Westside (9-2) will host Indian Land (7-4) next Friday.

T.L. Hanna survives a scare

T.L. Hanna won 36-35 over White Knoll in the first round of the AAAAA playoffs to advance. T.L. Hanna outscored White Knoll 13-0 in the fourth quarter to squeeze by for the win.

Next round, T.L. Hanna (10-1) will host Spartanburg (7-4).

Powdersville makes early statement

Powdersville ended Crescent's season by winning 50-14. By the end of the first quarter, Powdersville led 36-6 and made a statement to advance to the next round of the AAA playoffs.

Powdersville (10-1) will play Chester (7-4) at home next week.

Wren falls short to Seneca

Wren was tied 14-14 with Seneca by halftime. Then Wren couldn't find an answer for Seneca's 24-point third quarter and ended up losing 45-20 in the first round of the AAA playoffs.

Wren ends its season 3-8 overall.

Easley gets knocked out by North Augusta

Easley couldn't find much on offense to match North Augusta and lost 26-14 in the AAAA playoffs. Easley linebacker Talan Scott ended the night with a whopping 22 total tackles.

Easley finishes the year with a 6-5 overall record.

Saluda buries Liberty with early lead

Saluda held a 43-0 lead over Liberty by halftime of the AA playoff matchup. Liberty got on the board in the third quarter and went on to lose 43-7.

Liberty's season ends with a 4-7 overall record.

Joshua Miller covers high school sports for The Anderson Independent-Mail. Have questions, story ideas, scores, and stats involving high school athletics? Send them to his email at jdmiller@gannett.com and follow him on Twitter: @NameIsJoshua