South Carolina Assistant Coach Travian Robertson Injured in Deadly Crash
COLUMBIA, S.C. — South Carolina assistant football coach Travian Robertson was injured in a tragic car crash on Friday, August 22, according to multiple reports.
Robertson, who serves as the Gamecocks’ defensive line coach under Shane Beamer, was involved in a head-on collision that morning. ESPN later confirmed through the South Carolina Highway Patrol that the crash was deadly, after the other driver reportedly crossed the median and struck Robertson’s vehicle.
Beamer released a statement later that day, sharing optimism about Robertson’s recovery and offering support for all affected.
“We expect him to make a full recovery and be back out on the field soon,” Beamer said. “Please keep the families of those involved in the accident in your prayers and respect the Robertson family’s privacy during this time.”
247Sports reported that Robertson underwent “immediate” ankle surgery following the wreck. Beamer also confirmed that his assistant coach was in stable condition.
The incident came just days before South Carolina’s season opener against Virginia Tech on August 31 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. It remains unclear whether Robertson will travel with the team.
About Travian Robertson
Robertson has deep ties to South Carolina football, both as a player and now as a coach. A standout defensive tackle for the Gamecocks from 2007–2011, he was voted team captain during his senior season. He was then selected in the seventh round of the 2012 NFL Draft by the Atlanta Falcons, later spending time with the Seattle Seahawks and Washington Redskins during his four-year NFL career.
After retiring from playing, Robertson turned to coaching. His early stops included Georgia State, Albany State, and Tulane before he returned to Columbia ahead of the 2023 season. The 36-year-old is now entering his third season on Beamer’s staff.
Robertson also has strong roots in the Carolinas. A native of Laurinburg, North Carolina, he starred at Scotland High School before college. His older brothers, Adrian and Tony, also played college football at Wingate and Appalachian State, respectively.
