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PREVIEW continued from page 4 59 yards on 16 carries, with that total including four quarterback sacks for 24 yards in losses. P/\mir>rr ant nf VnrrVi qaViaa! fllllrwV WUlUlg VSUV VI 111011 1JV11VW.J per was one of the top-rated prospects in the Southeast but didn't have the grades to sign with a Division I school. That is why most casual fans have never heard of him. But don't think that just because he plays at a small school, that he doesn't have talent. "He's a horse," said USC center Paul Beckwith, who's from Florida and played in high school against Culpepper. Beckwith describes his arm as "a cannon." Defensively, the strong suit of the Knights is at linebacker where three starters return. Kendrick Thomas (63, 240) possesses an NFL body and skills to match. He had 13 tackles last week, including two for losses and a sack. One senior and two juniors will anchor the defensive line with senior comefback Daiyl Latimore (seven tackles last week) leading the returnees in the secondary. He had three interceptions and 42 solo tackles last year. In their opener, the defense gave up 418 yards of total offense, including 318 through the air on just 12 Indian completions. William and Maiy had touch down passes of 14,40 and 70 yards against UCF. IMPROVE YOUR NIGH Too many accidents are caused by car dr That's why reflective vests, bright clothinj important. They help you be seen. And si road can keep your evening from being ru BdEolBE The Fan (R) 1:45 4:15 7:15 9:35 Cold Comfort Farm (PG) 1:05 3:10 5:15 7:20 9:40 kumv MAEcccru) ion. 1H I^VS I I r VWI LJ?/VI\ \? Vf aw/ 3:20 5:20 9:45 TRAINSPOTTING (R) 1:1 O 3:15 5:25 7:30 9:5Q Bargain Matinee $3.00(Be There are no shows befoi ined. MOTORCYCLE SAFETY FOUNDATIONS WMirr?M MOLL FLARDERS (PG13) 1:15 4:00 7:00 9:30 The Stupids (PG) 1:30 3:30 5:30 7:25 9:25 CHAIN REACTION (PG-13) 1:00 7:1 5 EMMA (PG) 1:4Q -4:05 7:OQ 9:25 JACK (PG 13) 2:00 4:20 7:05 9:30 ifore 3PM) $3.75 (3-6 PM) e 3 p.m. Monday - Friday Friday, September 6,1996 ^ The Gamecocks don't want to make the same mistake they did in 1994 when East Carolina came into town for what USC fans thought would be a laugher for Homecoming. They had a talented, yet unknown quarterback also in Marcus Crandell. The result: ECU 56, USC 42. "That was a big shock," said senior Maynard Caldwell. "We took them lightly and they beat our butts." If the Gamecocks take them lighti-.ii 4-u:? ?,u v> or\T\an orroirv I 1 y U1C SOlllC Lllllig tuuiu napppii uguiii. "When I saw them on the schedule, I thought it might be an easy game," said Caldwell. After watching them on television last Saturday, "I know ifll be ditterent." The bottom line is that this game has the potential to be a high-scoring shootout. The Knight defense is weak and should be good practice for Anthony Wright and his receivers. On the other hand, with an unproven defense, the Gamecocks could give up quite a few points to Culpepper and company. Prediction: USC48, UCF20 So fans, the day you've been waiting for since the Clemson game last year is only one day away. Although it is not scheduled to be a sell-out, a record crowd is expected. Kick-off is set for 7 p.m. Don't let that hurricane frighten you off, a little rain never hurt anyone. So come out and be loud because Gamecock football is here. IT IIEC 1 I II kll ka ivers who didn't see the motorcyclists. I, and reflectorized tape are so i g y tanding out on a dark, crowded\^/ srarawmm Gamecock DWAYNE MCLEMORE Asst. Sports Editor "Anthony Wright sends the ball down field to a wide open Zola Davis. He's got it at the 15, the ten, the five. TOUCHDOWN GAMECOCKS!" This is a scene USC coaches and fans are hoping to, and likely will, see during the upcoming football season, ? "tina??Vvrtrtl/ ArvfV?r\r\\j US SUpiIULLLUl C 4UCII tci uatxv aiitiivuj Wright and sophomore wide receiver Zola Davis promise to be a lethal combination in Carolina's passing game. Wright will be taking over for Steve Taneyhill, whose record- setting career ended last fall. He won the starting role after a strong spring practice that included winning the Joe Morrisor Award for offense. He also had an impressive Spring Game, in which he threw 14 of 23 passes for 156 yards and a game-winning touchdown. "Anthony showed leadership abili^ nr am M <z ( > fl The Gamecock Football: I ty during the spring," Offensive Co< dinator John Eason said. Wright appeared in nine gam last season in a reserve role behi Tanevhill, completing 17 of 27 pass for 207 yards and two touchdowns. 1 North Carolina native is an excellf athlete with the ability to scramble < of the pocket. Davis enters the season with a lc of expectations and accolades. Last s son, he set USC freshman records receptions (58), yardage (911), a touchdowns (nine). His accompli! 1 ments broke Green Bay Packe Robert Brooks' previous marks, est 1 lished in 1988. In addition, his totals for recepti* 1 and yardage were first on the tea while his touchdowns were seem 1 1995 postseason awards included M ' Improved Offensive Player for 1 team, nomination to the SEC's / Freshman team and runner-up olumt SlU 11*71 dub 17-48 5 From A to Z or- SEC Rookie of the Year. Davis continued to delight coaches les with an impressive effort during spring nd training. He caught four passes for 40 jes yards during the Spring Game, lie "Zola's work ethic has improved ;nt tremendously since last season," Ea iut son said. "He has displayed the ability to catch the football and run with-the >ad ball after the catch." ea- The sophomore was also named to for the preseason All-SEC team, and rend ceived the team's Most Outstanding sh- Wide Receiver award for the spring rs' practice. Look for Davis to be a big facab tor in the Carolina offense, as he should be one of the league's premier ins pass catchers. im, Both Wright and Davis were highrid. ly recruited as high school players, 'ost They were standouts at West Craven Iiq in Vonculinrn N f! and Burke in ill- Charleston, S.C., respectively. ^or A TO Z page $ \Lo J /IU ic 150 4 B m M 4 vi MM