ESPN REPORT: South Carolina Head Coach Shocks College Basketball by Turning Down Massive $7.5 Million Offer from Georgia and Notre Dame, Chooses to Stay Loyal to the Spartans – Full Story Inside.
In a major shake-up that’s sending waves through the college basketball world, South Carolina head coach Lamont Paris has reportedly turned down staggering $7.5 million offers from both Georgia and Notre Dame. Instead, Paris is staying true to Columbia and the Gamecocks, a program he’s been steadily rebuilding into a contender.
The lucrative offers included multi-year deals and full program control, but Paris made it clear his loyalty lies with South Carolina.
“We’ve built something special here,” Paris said. “The job’s not finished, and I want to bring a championship to the Gamecocks.”
In an era where coaches are often quick to jump ship, Paris’s decision speaks volumes about his commitment to his players, staff, and the South Carolina faithful. Gamecock Nation now knows—he’s here to stay and win.
