Paschal's Gamecock Podcast

It's The Offensive Line, Stupid

Mon, 20 Sep 2021 20:00:00 -0400

James Carville famously said "it's the economy, stupid" when asked about the biggest issue America faced in 1992. What's the biggest issue this Carolina football team faces? It's the offensive line, stupid. Listen to why Chris thinks confidence, not talent, is the biggest issue for this Gamecock offensive line.

East Carolina Preview and Prediction

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 19:00:00 -0400

We're back and talking Gamecock Football. Check out Paschal's thoughts as we head into this crucial week two showdown between Carolina and East Carolina.

Episode 14: Power Ranking Head Coaches in the SEC

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 20:00:00 -0400

Head Coach Shane Beamer starts his career at Carolina this Fall, but what about the other coaches in the SEC. Who should Carolina fans fear? Who is overrated? Click on the link to find out and comment with your power rankings.

Episode 13: Carolina's Top 10 Rivals

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 19:00:00 -0400

First episode of the summer, and with the heat of July starting, Chris ranked the 10 most heated opponents for Carolina. Some are rivals and some aren't, but Carolina fans have reasons to hate all 10. What're your thoughts? Who are your biggest rivals?

Episode 12: Wrapping Up Spring And Your Questions

Tue, 04 May 2021 20:00:00 -0400

Spring 2021 has concluded and we are heading into the dog days of summers. What are some areas for concern and what are some bright spots heading into the offseason? Also, I answer your questions.

Episode 11: The Defense

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 20:00:00 -0400

Defense wins championships... well, kind of. It at least can win some games. What does Carolina's Defense look like in 2021? What will be different? Who are the players to look out for? Chris breaks all that down and more on this week's episode.

Edit: I misspoke when I mentioned Dabo was at Pickens’s commitment/practice. Clemson players and Venables were there.

Episode 10: Skill Position Breakdown

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 19:00:00 -0400

The wide receiver play at Carolina in 2020 was abysmal. And a lot of different people can be blamed for the play out wide. But in 2021 there is reason to have hope at wide receiver. At Tight End, Carolina may quietly have one of the best tight end groups in the SEC. At running back, Carolina has an elite stable of players. What does all of this mean in the Fall? Listen to find out.

Episode 9: The Field General and the Big Uglies

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 19:00:00 -0400

This week, Chris examines what needs to happen this Spring at the Quarterback position and with the Offensive Line. Chris offers some outside perspectives to the Quarterback play at Carolina and how it can improve, and also some personal insights as a former (undersized) offensive lineman for this talented offensive line group.

Episode 8: Five Names to Remember

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 16:00:00 -0500

This week, we start to dive into the particulars of this 2021 Carolina Football Team. Chris Paschal offers you five players he considers need to improve the most this Spring. Who needs to get better, why is it critical that these players progress, and what does it mean come this Fall.

Episode 7: One of Us

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 20:00:00 -0500

This week, Chris Paschal concludes his marathon of episodes setting up what Carolina Football is and why Shane Beamer is the right man as head coach. In this episode, Chris talks about the culture of the state of South Carolina, the Gamecock fanbase, and how Shane Beamer's prior experience is critical in connecting with the fans.

Episode 6: History Can't Define You

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 20:00:00 -0500

This week on Paschal's Gamecock Podcast, Chris Paschal talks about the history of Carolina Football. What decisions were made that held this program back? And why does that history not have to define the future for Carolina Football.

Episode 5: Ten Things That Need To Happen In 2021

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 22:00:00 -0500

This week, Chris Paschal examines ten things that need to happen in 2021 for this year to be a success. What does Shane Beamer and his staff need to fix heading into this season and why is 2021 the year to do it?

Episode 4: Winemakers

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 21:00:00 -0500

On this week's episode, Chris talks about the "Jimmys and Joes" of Carolina Football. What kind of talent is on this roster, what does recruiting look like moving forward, and does Carolina have the staff needed to develop recruiting classes.

Episode 3: Time to Strike

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 20:00:00 -0500

South Carolina Football had fallen on hard times before the hire of Shane Beamer. Chris Paschal explores why now is the time to strike for South Carolina in the rebuilding process, and why this 2021 football schedule may allow for South Carolina to strike quicker than most in the national media think.

Episode 2: Sense of Urgency

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 19:00:00 -0500

This week, Chris Paschal builds on last week's episode discussing South Carolina Football's "missing piece." How are the Gamecocks and Shane Beamer addressing this missing piece? And why is there a sense of urgency within the coaching staff to rebuild this program?

Episode One: The Missing Piece

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 18:00:00 -0500

South Carolina Football has all the pieces to be successful: facilities, support, recruiting base. So why are things not "clicking" in Columbia? In the first episode of Paschal's Gamecock Podcast, Chris Paschal breaks down that very topic and compares the Gamecock football program to another SEC program right up the road... the Tennessee Volunteers.