Lulu Kesin
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sports writer | currently: South Carolina women’s basketball and football reporter for The Greenville News/ USA TODAY network | formerly: The Ringer, Sports Illustrated, The Boston Globe | MA native
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My latest feature on South Carolina women's basketball point guard Raven Johnson
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Raven Johnson's tranquility, tenacity guide South Carolina's quest for 4th national championship
Raven Johnson returned to South Carolina women's basketball to win, hoping her tranquility, tenacity will bring Dawn Staley back to the top.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:12 PM
My latest feature on South Carolina women's basketball point guard Raven Johnson
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My latest feature on South Carolina women's basketball point guard Raven Johnson
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
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Raven Johnson's tranquility, tenacity guide South Carolina's quest for 4th national championship
Raven Johnson returned to South Carolina women's basketball to win, hoping her tranquility, tenacity will bring Dawn Staley back to the top.
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November 6, 2025 at 6:12 PM
My latest feature on South Carolina women's basketball point guard Raven Johnson
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My story on South Carolina women’s basketball point guard Raven Johnson from media this week:
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How Dawn Staley's most important player Raven Johnson tried to rediscover what's missing from her game
Why South Carolina women's basketball point guard Raven Johnson's offseason focus can elevate Dawn Staley's offense in the 2025-26 season.
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September 25, 2025 at 4:18 PM
My story on South Carolina women’s basketball point guard Raven Johnson from media this week:
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Shane Beamer on South Carolina's leaders
"He's got his own leadership style, but guys respect him," Beamer said of Sellers. "It's just conveying to them the impact they can have and realizing that their words matter, whether it be (Sellers) or anybody."
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"He's got his own leadership style, but guys respect him," Beamer said of Sellers. "It's just conveying to them the impact they can have and realizing that their words matter, whether it be (Sellers) or anybody."
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September 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Shane Beamer on South Carolina's leaders
"He's got his own leadership style, but guys respect him," Beamer said of Sellers. "It's just conveying to them the impact they can have and realizing that their words matter, whether it be (Sellers) or anybody."
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
"He's got his own leadership style, but guys respect him," Beamer said of Sellers. "It's just conveying to them the impact they can have and realizing that their words matter, whether it be (Sellers) or anybody."
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
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First practice for South Carolina women's basketball today
What Dawn Staley said about 2025-26 non-conference schedule for the Gamecocks
"Scheduling is hard, people don't wanna play us... we've added some HBCUs just to lift up every aspect of our sport"
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What Dawn Staley said about 2025-26 non-conference schedule for the Gamecocks
"Scheduling is hard, people don't wanna play us... we've added some HBCUs just to lift up every aspect of our sport"
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South Carolina's easier schedule not a reaction to No. 1 seed snub, Dawn Staley says
Dawn Staley said the reason South Carolina will face less mid major than high major teams in 2025-26 isn't because of last year's tournament seeding.
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September 22, 2025 at 9:13 PM
First practice for South Carolina women's basketball today
What Dawn Staley said about 2025-26 non-conference schedule for the Gamecocks
"Scheduling is hard, people don't wanna play us... we've added some HBCUs just to lift up every aspect of our sport"
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
What Dawn Staley said about 2025-26 non-conference schedule for the Gamecocks
"Scheduling is hard, people don't wanna play us... we've added some HBCUs just to lift up every aspect of our sport"
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
First practice for South Carolina women's basketball today
What Dawn Staley said about 2025-26 non-conference schedule for the Gamecocks
"Scheduling is hard, people don't wanna play us... we've added some HBCUs just to lift up every aspect of our sport"
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
What Dawn Staley said about 2025-26 non-conference schedule for the Gamecocks
"Scheduling is hard, people don't wanna play us... we've added some HBCUs just to lift up every aspect of our sport"
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
South Carolina's easier schedule not a reaction to No. 1 seed snub, Dawn Staley says
Dawn Staley said the reason South Carolina will face less mid major than high major teams in 2025-26 isn't because of last year's tournament seeding.
www.greenvilleonline.com
September 22, 2025 at 9:13 PM
First practice for South Carolina women's basketball today
What Dawn Staley said about 2025-26 non-conference schedule for the Gamecocks
"Scheduling is hard, people don't wanna play us... we've added some HBCUs just to lift up every aspect of our sport"
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
What Dawn Staley said about 2025-26 non-conference schedule for the Gamecocks
"Scheduling is hard, people don't wanna play us... we've added some HBCUs just to lift up every aspect of our sport"
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
The latest update on Ashlyn Watkins from South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley
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Dawn Staley explains Ashlyn Watkins' involvement with South Carolina women's basketball for 2025-26
South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley provided insight to Ashlyn Watkins' involvement this season since she won't be playing basketball.
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September 22, 2025 at 9:11 PM
The latest update on Ashlyn Watkins from South Carolina women's basketball coach Dawn Staley
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LaNorris Sellers injury update from Shane Beamer
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South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer on LaNorris Sellers injury update: 'Optimistic'
South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer provided an update on QB LaNorris Sellers' injury that occurred during loss to Vanderbilt on Sept. 13.
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September 14, 2025 at 9:58 PM
LaNorris Sellers injury update from Shane Beamer
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Lulu Kesin: Greenville News' South Carolina women's basketball and football beat writer
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September 9, 2025 at 2:06 PM
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From Etta James to yoga and more.
My story on South Carolina's new punter Mason Love
“A lot of the same ways when people ask me to describe LaNorris Sellers, I would say the same thing about Mason. Just his demeanor."
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My story on South Carolina's new punter Mason Love
“A lot of the same ways when people ask me to describe LaNorris Sellers, I would say the same thing about Mason. Just his demeanor."
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
How South Carolina punter Mason Love uses music, muscle and a one-word tattoo to pursue perfection
South Carolina football’s Mason Love uses music, weightlifting, yoga and a one-word tattoo as he pursues the perfect punt. It seems to be working.
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September 4, 2025 at 2:36 PM
From Etta James to yoga and more.
My story on South Carolina's new punter Mason Love
“A lot of the same ways when people ask me to describe LaNorris Sellers, I would say the same thing about Mason. Just his demeanor."
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
My story on South Carolina's new punter Mason Love
“A lot of the same ways when people ask me to describe LaNorris Sellers, I would say the same thing about Mason. Just his demeanor."
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
From Etta James to yoga and more.
My story on South Carolina's new punter Mason Love
“A lot of the same ways when people ask me to describe LaNorris Sellers, I would say the same thing about Mason. Just his demeanor."
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
My story on South Carolina's new punter Mason Love
“A lot of the same ways when people ask me to describe LaNorris Sellers, I would say the same thing about Mason. Just his demeanor."
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
How South Carolina punter Mason Love uses music, muscle and a one-word tattoo to pursue perfection
South Carolina football’s Mason Love uses music, weightlifting, yoga and a one-word tattoo as he pursues the perfect punt. It seems to be working.
www.greenvilleonline.com
September 4, 2025 at 2:36 PM
From Etta James to yoga and more.
My story on South Carolina's new punter Mason Love
“A lot of the same ways when people ask me to describe LaNorris Sellers, I would say the same thing about Mason. Just his demeanor."
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
My story on South Carolina's new punter Mason Love
“A lot of the same ways when people ask me to describe LaNorris Sellers, I would say the same thing about Mason. Just his demeanor."
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
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South Carolina's deal with Nike is official and the partnership begins 7/1/26
The terms sheet revealed "Nike will provide USC Basketball with Nike-branded A'ja Wilson signature sneakers including USC-specific colorways to wear on the court" and more
Story: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
The terms sheet revealed "Nike will provide USC Basketball with Nike-branded A'ja Wilson signature sneakers including USC-specific colorways to wear on the court" and more
Story: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
South Carolina athletics switch to Nike from Under Armour approved starting in 2026
South Carolina athletics is switching from Under Armour to Nike as its official apparel supplier beginning in the 2026-27 academic year.
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August 22, 2025 at 5:31 PM
South Carolina's deal with Nike is official and the partnership begins 7/1/26
The terms sheet revealed "Nike will provide USC Basketball with Nike-branded A'ja Wilson signature sneakers including USC-specific colorways to wear on the court" and more
Story: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
The terms sheet revealed "Nike will provide USC Basketball with Nike-branded A'ja Wilson signature sneakers including USC-specific colorways to wear on the court" and more
Story: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
South Carolina's deal with Nike is official and the partnership begins 7/1/26
The terms sheet revealed "Nike will provide USC Basketball with Nike-branded A'ja Wilson signature sneakers including USC-specific colorways to wear on the court" and more
Story: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
The terms sheet revealed "Nike will provide USC Basketball with Nike-branded A'ja Wilson signature sneakers including USC-specific colorways to wear on the court" and more
Story: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
South Carolina athletics switch to Nike from Under Armour approved starting in 2026
South Carolina athletics is switching from Under Armour to Nike as its official apparel supplier beginning in the 2026-27 academic year.
www.greenvilleonline.com
August 22, 2025 at 5:31 PM
South Carolina's deal with Nike is official and the partnership begins 7/1/26
The terms sheet revealed "Nike will provide USC Basketball with Nike-branded A'ja Wilson signature sneakers including USC-specific colorways to wear on the court" and more
Story: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
The terms sheet revealed "Nike will provide USC Basketball with Nike-branded A'ja Wilson signature sneakers including USC-specific colorways to wear on the court" and more
Story: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
I took a look at some tight end options for South Carolina football.
Who is "Mr. Lunchbox?"
Who might Shane Beamer depend on without Josh Simon this year?
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Who is "Mr. Lunchbox?"
Who might Shane Beamer depend on without Josh Simon this year?
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Where South Carolina football stands at tight end in 2025, including 'Mr. Lunchbox'
South Carolina football doesn't have its star tight end Joshua Simon anymore but replacing his production is a group effort. Who to watch in 2025.
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August 14, 2025 at 3:36 PM
I took a look at some tight end options for South Carolina football.
Who is "Mr. Lunchbox?"
Who might Shane Beamer depend on without Josh Simon this year?
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Who is "Mr. Lunchbox?"
Who might Shane Beamer depend on without Josh Simon this year?
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
Dawn Staley was on Michelle Obama's podcast and talked a lot about revenue sharing.
On how it's impacted recruiting, NDAs, the need for control and what she likes and dislikes about the changes to college sports:
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On how it's impacted recruiting, NDAs, the need for control and what she likes and dislikes about the changes to college sports:
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Dawn Staley tells Michelle Obama what she likes and doesn't like about revenue sharing
South Carolina women's basketball's Dawn Staley discussed revenue sharing and changes to college sports on former First Lady Michelle Obama's podcast.
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August 13, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Dawn Staley was on Michelle Obama's podcast and talked a lot about revenue sharing.
On how it's impacted recruiting, NDAs, the need for control and what she likes and dislikes about the changes to college sports:
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
On how it's impacted recruiting, NDAs, the need for control and what she likes and dislikes about the changes to college sports:
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
I asked South Carolina RB Oscar Adaway about his relationship with Shane Beamer. He said before he transferred, he saw The Office parody video the program made.
"I had seen it and (thought), 'That's a head coach I would love to play for'"
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"I had seen it and (thought), 'That's a head coach I would love to play for'"
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How a Shane Beamer 'Office' spoof sparked Oscar Adaway's interest in South Carolina football
Oscar Adaway, now in his second season with South Carolina football, had an early interest in Shane Beamer's program because of 'The Office.'
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August 13, 2025 at 1:50 PM
I asked South Carolina RB Oscar Adaway about his relationship with Shane Beamer. He said before he transferred, he saw The Office parody video the program made.
"I had seen it and (thought), 'That's a head coach I would love to play for'"
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"I had seen it and (thought), 'That's a head coach I would love to play for'"
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AP top 25 is out and South Carolina football is ranked No. 13 heading into the season opener on Aug. 31.
Clemson is No. 4. in the poll, up two spots from the coaches poll where the Tigers are No. 6. heading into their season opener against LSU.
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Clemson is No. 4. in the poll, up two spots from the coaches poll where the Tigers are No. 6. heading into their season opener against LSU.
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South Carolina football's spot in preseason AP Top 25 poll is exactly where you'd expect
Here's where coach Shane Beamer, star QB LaNorris Sellers and South Carolina football were ranked in preseason AP top 25 poll, released on Aug. 11.
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August 11, 2025 at 4:17 PM
AP top 25 is out and South Carolina football is ranked No. 13 heading into the season opener on Aug. 31.
Clemson is No. 4. in the poll, up two spots from the coaches poll where the Tigers are No. 6. heading into their season opener against LSU.
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
Clemson is No. 4. in the poll, up two spots from the coaches poll where the Tigers are No. 6. heading into their season opener against LSU.
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Who is LaNorris Sellers' backup quarterback? Who does Shane Beamer trust with South Carolina's offense if his star gets injured.
What we know so far about the QB2 competition
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What we know so far about the QB2 competition
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What happens if LaNorris Sellers gets hurt? Analyzing South Carolina's backup QB options
Who is LaNorris Sellers backup in 2025? Looking at options in South Carolina football, Shane Beamer's quarterback room.
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August 11, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Who is LaNorris Sellers' backup quarterback? Who does Shane Beamer trust with South Carolina's offense if his star gets injured.
What we know so far about the QB2 competition
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What we know so far about the QB2 competition
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“I think people support programs when they know the players"
Shane Beamer always gives Justin King and the creative team access to the program but by participating in Netflix's new docuseries, South Carolina FB can connect with an even bigger audience
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Shane Beamer always gives Justin King and the creative team access to the program but by participating in Netflix's new docuseries, South Carolina FB can connect with an even bigger audience
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Why the SEC football Netflix show was made for coaches like Shane Beamer at South Carolina
South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer chose to be one of 10 programs feature in Netflix's new series. Why Justin King wasn't surprised.
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August 5, 2025 at 8:35 PM
“I think people support programs when they know the players"
Shane Beamer always gives Justin King and the creative team access to the program but by participating in Netflix's new docuseries, South Carolina FB can connect with an even bigger audience
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
Shane Beamer always gives Justin King and the creative team access to the program but by participating in Netflix's new docuseries, South Carolina FB can connect with an even bigger audience
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
“I think people support programs when they know the players"
Shane Beamer always gives Justin King and the creative team access to the program but by participating in Netflix's new docuseries, South Carolina FB can connect with an even bigger audience
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
Shane Beamer always gives Justin King and the creative team access to the program but by participating in Netflix's new docuseries, South Carolina FB can connect with an even bigger audience
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
Why the SEC football Netflix show was made for coaches like Shane Beamer at South Carolina
South Carolina football coach Shane Beamer chose to be one of 10 programs feature in Netflix's new series. Why Justin King wasn't surprised.
www.greenvilleonline.com
August 5, 2025 at 8:35 PM
“I think people support programs when they know the players"
Shane Beamer always gives Justin King and the creative team access to the program but by participating in Netflix's new docuseries, South Carolina FB can connect with an even bigger audience
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
Shane Beamer always gives Justin King and the creative team access to the program but by participating in Netflix's new docuseries, South Carolina FB can connect with an even bigger audience
www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
Some roster changes for South Carolina women’s basketball.
Ashlyn Watkins is taking a year off from basketball and won’t play this season. She plans to return in 2026-27.
My story from Friday: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
Ashlyn Watkins is taking a year off from basketball and won’t play this season. She plans to return in 2026-27.
My story from Friday: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
Ashlyn Watkins taking season off, won't play for South Carolina women's basketball in 2025-26
South Carolina women's basketball forward Ashlyn Watkins will not play for the Gamecocks, coach Dawn Staley for the 2025-26 season.
www.greenvilleonline.com
July 28, 2025 at 2:38 AM
Some roster changes for South Carolina women’s basketball.
Ashlyn Watkins is taking a year off from basketball and won’t play this season. She plans to return in 2026-27.
My story from Friday: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
Ashlyn Watkins is taking a year off from basketball and won’t play this season. She plans to return in 2026-27.
My story from Friday: www.greenvilleonline.com/story/sports...
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July 27, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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