Frustration Mounts: Gamecocks’ Rahsul Faison Hires NIL Lawyer Amid NCAA Waiver Uncertainty

Columbia, South Carolina — South Carolina Gamecocks running back Rahsul Faison is anxiously awaiting a decision from the NCAA regarding his eligibility for the 2025 season. In pursuit of clarity, Faison has enlisted the help of an attorney specializing in name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights. Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer addressed the media in Greenville on Thursday, acknowledging that Faison’s decision to hire legal representation was purely his own. “That was not something we directed him to do. I found out on social media, like everyone else,” Beamer said. “This is a personal step … Read more

South Carolina Coach Shane Beamer Voices Frustration Over NCAA’s Inaction as Rahsul Faison Seeks Extra Year of Eligibility

Columbia, South Carolina – South Carolina football head coach Shane Beamer voiced his dissatisfaction earlier this week regarding the NCAA’s handling of transfer portal addition Rahsul Faison’s eligibility. Beamer’s frustration stems from the NCAA’s silence on Faison’s status for the 2025 season, as other players with junior college backgrounds have previously been granted additional opportunities to compete. In a recent announcement, Faison revealed he has secured the services of prominent NIL attorney Darren Heitner to assist with potentially contesting the NCAA’s decision. Heitner validated Faison’s declaration via a social media post, stating, “Rahsul Faison submitted … Read more