There are moments in sports that send your heart racing—then there are moments that simply make it melt.
This week, South Carolina reporter Mike Uva found himself in the middle of one of the most unforgettable plays of his life—and it had nothing to do with football stats or a game-winning drive.
Uva, a trusted voice for Gamecock Nation and well-known for his connection to Bojangles’ biscuits, pulled off a surprise proposal to his girlfriend Brooke—a moment that will be remembered around Columbia for years to come.
And the MVP of the assist? None other than South Carolina head football coach Shane Beamer.
In a perfectly executed setup, Beamer reached out to Uva under the guise of a routine work meeting at Williams-Brice Stadium. For a reporter immersed in all things Gamecock football, it didn’t raise a single red flag.
But what happened next wasn’t about media obligations—it was about love, loyalty, and the powerful sense of family that defines the Gamecock community.
As Mike and Brooke arrived, she believed it was just a casual stop for a photo or a quick media task. Instead, she walked straight into a life-changing moment.
There, in the heart of Gamecock country, beneath the Carolina sky that has seen generations of triumphs and trials, Mike Uva dropped to one knee and asked the love of his life to be his forever.
And she said YES.
“Hey @CoachSBeamer — Thanks for the Academy Award performance to delay us from our fake dinner reservation time,” Uva joked on social media.
“A big thank you to Shane, @JustinKing, and @CrazyFrehse for doing this. Brooke and I are beyond grateful.” – @Mike_Uva, April 9, 2025
The video of the proposal quickly made its way across Gamecock Nation, stirring hearts with every replay. And at the center of it was Coach Beamer, known for his genuine spirit and deep ties to the community. His role in the moment was more than just a favor—it was a reflection of what makes this program and its people so unique.
Mike Uva, who has spent years telling the stories of others in Gamecock Nation, now gets to live one of his own. And fittingly, it unfolds right where it all began—with Brooke, in the very stadium where they met. A place where dreams are born and now, where a new chapter begins.
Congratulations to Mike and his bride-to-be, Brooke! From the Gamecock family to yours—thank you for letting us be part of your story. Because around here, it really does mean mor
