ORANGEBURG, South Carolina -- From a win-loss standpoint, tonight’s basketball doubleheader at the Smith-Hammond-Middleton Memorial Center will not count as it’s considered an exhibition contest.For neighbors South Carolina State and Claflin University, the Garden City Classic offers much more from a pride standpoint.
With three of the four participants coming off losing seasons and both the Panthers and Lady Panthers with new head coaches (Deonta’ McChester for the women, Ricky Jackson for the men), a victory would provide a positive boost heading into a new season.
“Anytime you have South Carolina State and Clafin in anything, it doesn’t matter whether it’s an exhibition or a regular-season game,” S.C. State men’s basketball coach Murray Garvin said. “It’s bragging rights in the community.”
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