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Abstract: The University of South Carolina is well-known for its spirit fanbase and successful athletic programs, specifically the South Carolina Gamecocks football team, which competes in the Southeastern Conference (SEC). However, the influx of freshmen in the 2025-2026 school year has left many students feeling left out of campus athletics—and barred from experiences they were promised by the university. How can the school grapple with the reality of the number of new students while still keeping their promise of an accessible and welcoming athletic experience?