BREAKING: South Carolina Locks In Elite 2025 Recruiting Class with Standout Talent!
COLUMBIA, S.C. – The South Carolina Gamecocks have made a major statement on National Signing Day, locking in a top-20 recruiting class filled with in-state stars and future playmakers. Head coach Shane Beamer continues to build a strong foundation, with the 2025 class now ranked No. 20 nationally and No. 12 in the SEC, per 247Sports Composite rankings.
South Carolina Lands Star WR Donovan Murph
One of the biggest names in the Gamecocks’ class is four-star wide receiver Donovan Murph. The Irmo High School product made his commitment official in a packed auditorium, pen in hand, signing with South Carolina just a month after announcing his decision during the Under Armour All-America Game.
Murph, who originally reclassified from 2026, chose the Gamecocks over offers from Clemson, Ole Miss, Colorado, and Tennessee. The 6’2″, 190-pound receiver was a dominant force in high school, tallying 96 receptions for 1,328 yards and 12 touchdowns in his junior year, leading Irmo to a 13-2 record and a spot in the 5A Division II state championship.
“He’s a game-changer,” said one recruiting analyst. “South Carolina just landed a future star.”
Murph joins an already impressive wide receiver room that includes Malik Clark, Jordon Gidron, Jayden Sellers, Brian Rowe, and Lex Cyrus.
Beamer’s Class Adds Depth and Talent Across the Board
Coach Shane Beamer had already secured 25 high school signees on December 4, the opening of the early signing period, and has since flipped three recruits while adding another late commitment.
Here’s a breakdown of some key additions to the Gamecocks’ 2025 class:
- #6 Donovan Murph, WR – A dynamic playmaker and cousin of Gamecock legend Alshon Jeffery.
- #79 Damola Ajidahun, OL – A massive lineman from Georgia who started playing football in high school after moving from England.
- #5 Kendall Daniels Jr., DB – A 6’4″ four-star defensive back who led Maury High School to a 16-0 season and a state title.
- #42 Josh Smith, LB – The Midlands Defensive Player of the Year, with 96 tackles, 16 for loss, and nine sacks in his senior season.
- #15 Cutter Woods, QB – The MaxPreps South Carolina High School Player of the Year, with over 11,000 career passing yards.
Shane Beamer Reacts to the 2025 Class
The Gamecocks’ head coach took to social media to welcome his newest recruits, saying:
“Happy National Signing Day!!! Glad to welcome these new additions to @GamecockFB!!!”
South Carolina’s 2025 class is filled with athleticism, versatility, and future stars ready to make an impact. With Beamer at the helm, the Gamecocks are building something special in Columbia.
Stay tuned for more updates, analysis, and player reactions as South Carolina’s future takes shape!
