South Carolina's football team suffered a controversial 36-33 loss to No. 16 LSU, with coach Shane Beamer expressing frustration over officiating. The Gamecocks were penalized 13 times for 123 yards, including two critical interceptions returned for touchdowns that were nullified by penalties. Beamer reached out to SEC officials for clarification, noting he had never seen such calls in his 25 years of coaching. Despite the officiating issues, Beamer emphasized the need for his team to improve and not seek excuses for their performance. The loss marked a significant setback, especially after starting the game with a 17-0 lead. As South Carolina prepares for future games, the focus remains on addressing both their penalties and overall gameplay.