Shane Beamer Reacts After 51–7 Coastal Carolina Blowout: Full Breakdown of His Postgame Comments
South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer met with the media following the Gamecocks’ emphatic 51–7 victory over Coastal Carolina. Here’s a complete recap of everything he discussed — from the team’s response to last week’s collapse, to injuries, young standouts, culture, and what lies ahead.
Opening Statement
Beamer began by praising Coastal Carolina and head coach Tim Beck:
“First of all, best of luck to Coach (Tim) Beck and Coastal. … It’s a good football team that had won four of their last five games… had scored 40 points or more in four straight games, so we knew that tonight would be a challenge.”
He pushed back on the idea that beating a non-SEC opponent should be automatic:
“This was not easy… everybody just thinks, ‘You’re playing a non-SEC team. You’re just supposed to roll in there and win 51-7.’ Doesn’t work that way, guys. This is college football.”
Beamer emphasized how proud he was of the team’s response after last week’s devastating collapse at Texas A&M, and used the game as an example of the culture within the program:
“People wondered how South Carolina’s going to respond… we made a pretty strong statement tonight about what this place is about, and the culture of this program.”
He also highlighted the support from fans, recalling how the same community members who wave at the team buses every Friday were there as always:
“Sure as heck, they were there last night, just like we knew they would be.”
Beamer praised the atmosphere at Gamecock Walk, the stadium environment, the students who stayed in town during break, and the military personnel honored during Salute the Troops Day:
“It’s another example of why we have the greatest fan base in America.”
He celebrated the team’s energy, the opening-play touchdown, the defensive stops, and the chance to play young guys late:
“What a way to start the game… love the way that our defense played… It was so awesome to get young guys in there at the end.”
Beamer emotionally highlighted Ryan Brubaker’s return — something doctors once doubted would ever happen:
“Not only did he get to play football again, he played tonight… for him to come back and get out there tonight… it was really awesome.”
He also appreciated former players returning to support the team, something he views as a sign of a strong program.
To close his opening remarks:
“Proud of our guys. Happy to get a win. It’s been a minute… We know what’s coming next Saturday at noon.”
Injury Updates: Nyck Harbor & Dylan Stewart
Beamer said both should be available for Clemson week:
“Nyck and Dylan should be good for next week… Nyck was not totally cleared… Dylan… practiced in a limited role… but I think he’ll be fine for Saturday.”
On Jayden Sellers’ Growth
Beamer praised Jayden Sellers’ consistency and competitiveness:
“Guy’s just a player, man. He works; he competes. He’s tough… his consistency and his work ethic… led to more opportunities for him on the field.”
Freshman Receivers Stepping Up
Beamer reiterated that practice dictates playing time:
“Practice matters… Jayden had a great week… Murph continues to really work.”
He believes the entire freshman receiver class is loaded with future stars.
Team’s Response After the A&M Loss
Beamer said the locker room was devastated, but Sunday’s practice showed him the team would bounce back:
“That was a really hard day… but… when we do that young guys scrimmage… it was like a celebration… I walked off the field saying, ‘All right, we’re going to be okay.’”
Still, he remained cautious because Coastal can score and cause issues on special teams — as evidenced by the blocked punt:
“We didn’t always go out and dominate like we did tonight… what excites me is the way our guys went out there and dominated tonight.”
Game Plan vs. Coastal’s Defense
Beamer said the focus was getting athletes into space:
“We really liked our matchup… getting the ball out of LaNorris’ hands and making them tackle our guys in space.”
Blocked Punt Explanation
Beamer was blunt:
“Just, for some reason, decided not to block somebody… that goes back on us as coaches.”
Travian Robertson’s Return
Beamer was emotional about his defensive line coach returning after a life-threatening accident:
“It’s been an emotional year… to see Travian back… was pretty cool.”
He joked about the defense “pitching the shutout” while Robertson was back.
The Brady Hunt ‘Tush Push’ Play
Beamer kept the actual name a secret:
“I’m not sure if I’m allowed to tell you that… It’s one of those ‘I can tell you, but I’d have to kill you’ type of things.”
They ran it three times and may use it again next week.
Mike Furrey’s Play Calling
Beamer had high praise:
“Really good. 51 points and 579 yards… creative… having some fun.”
He didn’t love how they finished the first half, but overall felt the execution was strong.
Offensive Execution
Beamer emphasized the goal of keeping it simple:
“Just doing your job and executing… we did, for the most part.”
Why Brady Hunt Handles the Sneaks
Beamer said Hunt’s background makes him the ideal choice:
“He was a high school quarterback… smart, tough… great athlete.”
