Here’s some positive energy for your Friday. Here’s the moment last week when I was named South Carolina’s Sportscaster of the Year for the 2nd straight year.
@scbroadcasters
@wis10
The last few days have been very emotional for me, my family and friends. It’s because of the overwhelming support we’re receiving since I revealed my diagnosis of Prostate Cancer on Friday. I’ve been flooded with a mountain of texts, tweets, calls and especially prayers.
We’ve made it! My good friend
@JudiGatson
returns to work today after defeating COVID-19 and pneumonia. I’ll be back at work tomorrow, 6 weeks after undergoing successful prostate cancer surgery. “God is Great!” Thanks everyone for the prayers! We’ll see you on TV!
#faithoverfear
Shane Beamer statement: “I have been preparing for this moment my entire life," said Beamer. "I am ready and excited to be the head football coach at the University of South Carolina. My family and I are thrilled to be coming back to Columbia and the state of South Carolina."
After nearly 2 weeks in Florida for a surgery/vacation trip we have safely returned home! Thanking everyone for your prayers!
#faithoverfear
@wis10
I'm honored to be selected as 2018 South Carolina sportscaster of the year by the National Sports Media Association. It's the 2nd time I've won this very prestigious award. Thanks to my peers who voted for me!
@NSMASportsMedia
@wis10
My heart is full of gratitude. I’ve had many teary moments. Not because of my illness...they are tears of joy because so many people care. Thank you all for your kindness and love! Today my family and friends surprised me with a drive-by parade.
Dustin Johnson is the 1st native South Carolinian to win golf’s most prestigious tournament. It’s a shame most local media members were shut out of the tourney this year because of the pandemic. I’ve been waiting to report on this moment since my 1st
@TheMasters
in 1989.
@wis10
I pray this will be a quiet peaceful night for the city of Columbia. It is everyone’s right to engage in peaceful protests to voice your concerns. The majority of folks did that today. Those who engage in violence are not helping the cause.
#GeorgeFloydprotest
@GamecockWBB
celebrate winning the Albany 2 Regional. Now it’s on to Cleveland and the Final Four. USC has to find a way to stop losing leads..the Fam’s hearts can’t take much more of this!
@wis10
Aliyah Boston has won the Lisa Leslie center of the year award. Boston’s season ended in heartbreak but I’m predicting
@GamecockWBB
will win at least one National Championship over the next two years. Sometimes you have to lose a title to learn how to win one.
#Gamecocks
Milaysia Fulwiley could become one of the most exciting athletes in South Carolina history. That includes all sports. She's that good.
#Gamecocks
@wis10
Man, that is a tough loss for
@GamecockWBB
. Much respect for
@dawnstaley
and her team for fighting to the final second. I need to take a deep breath after watching that finish.
This is the view from my seat. It should have come with a parachute. Local TV stations who cover the team all year not receiving the best seating assignments here in Cleveland.
@GamecockWBB
#NCAAMarchMadness
@wis10
Back to Back! Honored to be named SC Sportscaster of the year for the 2nd straight year by the SC Broadcasters Association. Thank you
@scbroadcasters
and
@wis10
!
About last night. It was one of the best nights of my life! I was named S.C. Sportscaster of the year by
#SCBA
. It’s been almost one year since I had prostate cancer surgery. As you can see, I was filled with Joy and Emotion. God has blessed me to survive and thrive!
The moment when
@GamecockWBB
was selected as Number one overall seed for NCAA tourney. They’ll play the Sacred Heart-
Presbyterian winner in 1st round.
@wis10
I’m posting this picture in honor of my former colleague Drew Stewart who passed away last night. Drew was a big fan of UGA the Georgia mascot. He took a picture with UGA the last time he covered a game here with me in 2009. I know Drew is smiling now!
@soledadobrien
I’m happy to see my good friend and colleague
@JudiGatson
receive major props! She is All World and did a magnificent job tonight. Congratulations Judi!
Coach Muschamp was one of the first to reach out to me after I revealed my diagnosis. I’ve really been touched by the number of coaches and athletes who have called, tweeted or messaged me over the past few days.
#faithoverfear
@wis10
@JudiGatson
@AliciaBarnesTV
@DawndyWISTV
Will Muschamp sends his well wishes to longtime WIS sportscaster Rick Henry, who shared on Friday that he was diagnosed with prostrate cancer. Muschamp adds that he spoke with Rick and says there’s no doubt he’ll be able to beat this.
@wachfox
Staff Dinner tonight in Jacksonville Beach
Grateful for everyone involved with
@GamecockFB
but especially grateful for the 🐐 Clyde Wrenn !
Every time I’m with him I learn something new 🤙
The Benedict football team loading up the buses. Destination Atlanta where they will play Albany State in the SIAC championship game Saturday.
@GoTigers_BC
@wis10
What happened to Damar Hamlin tonight emphasizes the fact players really are putting their lives on the line every time they take the field. This is why you shouldn’t jeer when a player on the opposing team is down on the field injured. He could be fighting for his life. 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Very honored to receive the SC Black Pages Trailblazer award. Past recipients include coaching legend Willie Jeffries and USC basketball coach
@dawnstaley
. I also appreciate the kind words by Coach Jeffries and
@CoachWMuschamp
. It was a great day!
Here’s a warning to us all.
#Gamecock
basketball coach
@FrankMartin_SC
has tested positive twice for Covid-19. The first time was in May. He says round 2 is tougher than the 1st. Frank is in protocol while the team travels to LSU. Get well soon Frank!
I had the chance to take a tour today of
@_ajawilson22
favorite places around Columbia on Saturday. She wanted to tell us why they mean so much to her. We’ll be sharing her stories this week
@wis10
My heart goes out to Andy’s family. This is very sad news. He always treated me like a lifelong friend. For years he never allowed me to pay for my meal. Plus he always threw in a Mountain Dew and a slice of cheesecake. We’ve lost a good man. RIP my friend!
Dang. Lived next door (Senate Plaza) my senior year 1991. Felt good when I went from “friend” to “chief”. An icon around Five Points and beyond. Never once ate there when he wasn’t at the cash register. RIP “my friend”
@AndysDeli_5pts
I'm saddened to hear the news of Tommy Moody's passing. He was a great historian of Gamecock sports and one of the biggest supporters of every phase of USC athletics. My condolences to his family, friends and many fans.
I am devastated to learn of the passing of my dear friend Tommy Moody. He was an amazing father, grandfather, friend and colleague. His love of Carolina was immense, but his love for his family was so much greater. We love you Tommy. Thank you for gracing our lives.
I'm so proud of my daughter Apryl! She's been named River Bluff High School's Teacher of the Year! Her grandmother, Nancy Henry, is smiling in Heaven! We love you Apryl! Let the celebration begin!
@HenryApryl
@bhenry58
WOOHOO for our new Teacher of the Year, Apryl Henry!! Apryl is a rockstar educator and change maker of equity and access for all students at RBHS. She redefines what loving and teaching students AND adults looks like and sounds like. Way to go Apryl!We are better because of you.
This is one of the highlights of my career and life. I had a chance to have a conversation with
#Hank
Aaron at Capital City Stadium in 2013. I was in awe being in the presence of one of my childhood heroes. Thanks
@billshanahan24
for giving me this opportunity.
#RIPHankAaron
This is the moment when I received my SC Sportscaster of the Year award from the
@NSMASportsMedia
. The award was presented to me by
@BobLeyESPN
.
@wis10
Introducing the
@wis10
new weekend Sports anchor-reporter…Julia Westerman. Give her a nice Carolina welcome! I’m excited to have Julia on Team WIS!
@JuliaWesterman
Another Titantic Tuesday for
#gamecockmbb
. They upset 5th ranked Tennessee 63 to 59. Last week they beat 6th ranked Kentucky. USC improves to 18-3, 6-2 SEC.
@wis10
No
@Mike_Uva
, I did not work the 1953 game between
@GamecockFB
and UNC. That was a few years before I was born. I did cover USCvsUNC matchups well before you were born and when you were in diapers! Ha! I’m Old and Proud!!!
@JayPhilips1075
Congrats to Lamont Paris for being named SEC Coach of the Year. He becomes the third
@GamecockMBB
coach to receive the honor joining Eddie Fogler and Dave Odom. Paris has guided USC to a 25-6 record. Most wins ever in regular season.
@CoachLParis
@wis10
I've covered a lot of athletes during my nearly 40 years in this business.
@_ajawilson22
ranks right at the top as one of my all-time favorites. She always handles herself with Class and is a Super Star person as well as a Super Star athlete. Hey
@RayTannerSC
how about a statue?
Everyone is going crazy over this move by Milaysia Fulwiley. It was fantastic! We got used to seeing her make jaw dropping moves every game at
@wjkeenan
high school. She’s a generational talent.
I’m watching the women’s basketball game between South Carolina and Notre Dame right now and I just saw the best move in all of basketball including the pros like LeBron, Steph, KD, Victor, and Jokic. Everyone must see the coast-to-coast, behind-the-back move by freshman guard…
As an only child, I’ve adopted a lot of brothers and sisters over the years.
@DawndyWISTV
is one of my favorite siblings. She also knows what makes me happy on my birthday! Thanks Dawndy!
@MountainDew
@wis10
Tough loss for the
#Gamecocks
as Notre Dame scores late to win the Gator Bowl 45-38. USC finishes 8-5. Props to both teams for a very exciting bowl game.
@wis10
Sad day for Gamecock fans. Gamecock Jesus has passed away. He was without a doubt the biggest fan of Gamecock Athletics. His passion never wavered. He was dedicated and loyal through the good and the bad times. Carlton Thompson is the epitome of a Super Fan!
My heart is hurting & tears are falling … but I’m also grateful he’s no longer in pain & has claimed the ultimate victory.
Carlton Thompson, affectionately known as Gamecock Jesus, has been called home to rest with the Lord 🙏🏽🖤❤️🕊️ …
Congratulations to Irmo native Dustin Johnson. He wins the Masters with a tourney record score of 20 under par. DJ is a Dutch Fork High grad.
@DJohnsonPGA
I’ve been told that the introductory press conference for Shane Beamer as the
#Gamecocks
new head football coach will probably be Monday afternoon.
@wis10
This was quite a day here at
@wis10
. We celebrated Joe Pinner’s 55 years of service at WIS. They also surprised me by honoring my 30th Anniversary. They showered us with an ocean of love! Thanks Fam!!!
Congrats to the River Bluff Gators! The beat Dorman 57-45 to win the 5-A boys state championship. They get their 1st title by knocking off the 4-time defending champs. One of the biggest upsets in SC history.
@RBHS_Basketball
All of us at WACH FOX are sending our best to
@RickHenry10
after learning that he's been diagnosed with prostate cancer. Here's what
@MitchBTV_
&
@Mike_Uva
had to say about Rick to end last night's episode of Sports Zone.
This year is the 50th anniversary of my senior season at McBee High school. Tonight the
@wis10
Game of the Week is
@CAJHornets
at
@FootballMcbee
! It’s Homecoming! I’ll be live at 5pm, 6pm and 7pm from the Peach Dome!