Mike Shula Named South Carolina Offensive Coordinator

Mike Shula, former head coach of Alabama, has been appointed as the new offensive coordinator for the South Carolina Gamecocks, signing a three-year contract worth $1.1 million per season. The board of trustees also approved raises and extensions for the other nine assistant coaches, with defensive coordinator Clayton White becoming the highest-paid assistant at $1.9 million next year, escalating to $2.1 million by 2027. Shula, who previously served as an offensive analyst for the Gamecocks and coached the Buffalo Bills, will focus on developing sophomore quarterback LaNorris Sellers, who had a standout season. South Carolina, which finished the regular season with a 9-3 record and a six-game winning streak, will face Illinois in the Citrus Bowl on December 31. The coaching changes come after a successful rebound season for head coach Shane Beamer's squad, which had been picked to finish last in the SEC. The contracts for all coaches reflect the program's commitment to sustaining competitive performance and recruiting efforts.