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South Carolina Gamecocks Head Coach Goes Viral for Singing to His Wife with the Team Following a Win

The South Carolina Gamecocks had quite a good time following their recent win. On Saturday, November 2, the Gamecocks faced Texas A&M for their homecoming game. The team won 44-20…

Head coach Shane Beamer of the South Carolina Gamecocks looks on prior to facing the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 12, 2024 in

TUSCALOOSA, ALABAMA – OCTOBER 12: Head coach Shane Beamer of the South Carolina Gamecocks looks on prior to facing the Alabama Crimson Tide at Bryant-Denny Stadium on October 12, 2024 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

(Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

The South Carolina Gamecocks had quite a good time following their recent win. On Saturday, November 2, the Gamecocks faced Texas A&M for their homecoming game. The team won 44-20 in a great homecoming matchup. But, the game is not the only thing that stole the show.

Following the win, Gamecocks Head Coach, Shane Beamer, took his team by surprise. After the game, the Gamecocks headed back into the locker room for their final remarks. While talking with this team, Beamer did something a little extra romantic for his wife. Beamer told the team that it was his wife's birthday and also, that she was in the locker room and he wanted to do something special for her.

South Carolina Gamecocks Serenade Coach's Wife

Beamer told the team that he may need their assistance to sing something for her birthday. But, it was not going to be your typical "Happy Birthday!" like many thought was coming. Taking the team by surprise, he told them he would need their help to sing a song he had heard them sing often during practice. It was Fantasia!

Coach Beamer and the entire Gamecock football team broke out in song to sing "When I See You" by Fantasia to his wife for her birthday. The video was posted to social media and immediately took off. The video now has millions of views across social media platforms and thousands of comments.

Check out the video below and tell us what you think of Beamer's singing skills.

Beloved South Carolina City Named No. 1 Friendliest In The South

The South is known for Southern Hospitality and ingrained in that is friendliness. It's just a way of life in many of the cities and towns we love. Especially in the Carolinas. So when I came across this list from Southern Living of the 15 Friendliest Cities in The South, I had a feeling I'd come across some familiar places on the list. And oh did I, not only were 5 North and South Carolina cities named friendliest cities in the South a beloved South Carolina city topped the list.

Yes, that's correct it was a South Carolina city that topped this list. Not only that but of the 15 friendly places on this list 5 were in either North or South Carolina. That's a third of the list. So congrats Carolinas you may just be the friendliest pair of states in the country.

It's just the way most of us were raised. Yes mam and no mam. To help anyone who needs it. And the golden rule treat everyone the way you'd like to be treated. These things are just a part of life in the South.

And even with an influx of new residents, that hospitality and treating others like one of our own remains. According to Southern Living, the cities on this list "stand out as being extra gracious".

To create the list Southern Living editors polled the ones who know the South best- it's readers! They asked readers which Southern cities have made them "feel especially warm and fuzzy".

This list is just cities. To be included on the list the city had to have a population of over 40,000. So if your favorite small town is missing, it may not be that it isn't friendly. Just that it didn't fit the criteria.

So here are the 5 North and South Carolina cities named friendliest cities in the South. You can read the full Southern Living list here.

The 5 North and South Carolina Cities Named Friendliest Cities In The South

15. Cary, NC

Cary is a suburb to the southwest of Raleigh. As someone who has lived in Raleigh for 4 years and visited the area for most of my life I can attest that it is a great place to live. The area is thriving and has all the amenities you could want. Plus I may be biased but I do think the people are certainly friendly!

7. Asheville, NC

The mountain town of Asheville is beloved for so many reasons. The culinary landscape is elite, the area is full of wonderful breweries, and an eclectic arts and culture scene. I love the elegance of both the Biltmore Estate and the Grove Park Inn. While the Blue Ridge Mountains may not be the first thing you picture when you think of "The South" that doesn't mean Southern Hospitality isn't alive and well in this city that welcomes and embraces tourists and residents.

6. Wilmington, NC

Located on the Cape Fear River near the coast is the gem of a city that is Wilmington, NC. The beach is a short drive and a popular vacation destination. The locals make it a great area to call home (I had a good friend live and around Wilmington for several years). There is a rich history in the downtown Riverfront area as well.

3. Greenville, SC

If I've said it once, I've said it 100 times and just failed to make it happen. I really need to plan a weekend in Greenville and see just what all the buzz is about. Seriously the city is thriving and people are talking. While I've been, it's been quick trips for events and never to explore and take in all the city has to offer. Soon though!

1. Charleston, SC

Is there a positive list Charleston hasn't topped or at least nearly topped? I don't think so. The Holy City gets continuous high praise. And I can't say it isn't deserved. It along with the number two city on this list (Savannah, GA) is in my mind the epitome of Southern charm and hospitality. When I think of cities in the South it's these two. Charleston is filled with history, culture, beauty, incredible cuisine, truly everything you could want. And that is just exemplified by the people that call the city home.

Randi Moultrie is a Charleston, South Carolina native and has been in the radio industry for the last few years in Charlotte. Randi started with Beasley Media Group as an intern in 2019 and is now thriving in the digital world. Randi enjoys writing about her favorite foods (especially pizza) and all things fashion and travel. As one who loves taking trips to find new foods, it’s not surprising that she enjoys writing about both!