Clayton White Discusses Spring Practice Ahead of Final Week

As South Carolina football approaches its annual Garnet and Black Spring Game, defensive coordinator Clayton White emphasized his desire to see the defense operate smoothly under pressure, maintain mental toughness, and limit explosive plays. White highlighted the importance of new and returning players gaining experience, especially freshmen and transfers adjusting to the environment at Williams-Brice Stadium. He plans to rotate players intelligently to both evaluate new talent and manage the workload for veterans. White praised the development of returning defensive tackles and was optimistic about the impact of recent transfers and first-year players at linebacker. Overall, the focus for the spring game is consistency, composure, and keeping the defense disciplined amid a lively atmosphere.