As the college football season nears its conclusion, recruiting efforts are intensifying, and South Carolina is appearing on many recruits’ radar. This past weekend, the Gamecocks hosted a group of prospects for official visits while securing a dominant victory over Wofford. The convincing win served not only to bolster South Carolina’s standing but also to impress recruits in attendance.
One standout visitor, four-star wide receiver Gordon Sellars from Charlotte, North Carolina, announced his top five schools during his trip to Columbia. South Carolina made the cut alongside Clemson, Georgia, UNC, and Michigan, with the latter being the only non-regional contender.
Sellars has not yet committed to any program, but narrowing his choices to five suggests a decision may be forthcoming. While UNC is thought to be the frontrunner due to its proximity to Sellars’ home, South Carolina’s recent efforts have kept them firmly in contention following the weekend visit.
After the Gamecocks’ victory, Sellars took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his enthusiasm about the experience. He posted about having a great time in Columbia and shared a photo with his family alongside head coach Shane Beamer, highlighting the strong impression the visit left
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Sellars is a highly regarded prospect, ranked by 247Sports as the 16th-best wide receiver in North Carolina and the 40th-best wide receiver in the Class of 2026. For South Carolina, landing Sellars would be a major win, especially as the team currently lacks a wide receiver commitment in its 2026 class.
With only three commitments in the 2026 recruiting cycle so far, securing Sellars would be a significant step forward for Shane Beamer and his staff as they look to strengthen their class. His inclusion of South Carolina in his top five, coupled with the positive feedback from his visit, signals that the Gamecocks remain a strong contender in his recruitment.
