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5 South Carolina Lowcountry boys basketball players to watch in 2024-25
The growth and talent emerging in the South Carolina Lowcountry basketball scene is nothing short of impressive this year. After catching some fall league action and speaking with a few head coaches, it’s clear that South Carolina basketball is heading in an exciting direction, with the Lowcountry producing standout players ready to make an impact.
With college prospects in the mix, the drive and determination these players are showing could very well carry them to the next level. Throughout the season, I’ll be following these athletes closely, watching their development as they continue to refine their skills and elevate their games.
Here are some of the key players to keep an eye on:
Cathedral Academy has a dynamic left-handed guard in Bryce Ward. His speed and agility make him a nightmare for defenders in both open-court and half-court situations. Ward excels at attacking the basket with a relentless mentality, consistently challenging defenders at the rim. While his jump shot is solid, his true strength lies in his ability to get past defenders and finish strong.
A standout moment came when he sank a buzzer-beating half-court shot, capping off a game-winning performance and showcasing his clutch ability. With his work ethic and natural talent, the future looks extremely bright for Bryce Ward.
One of Berkeley County’s rising stars, Jahleel Sanders, is shaping up to be a key player for Cane Bay. As a sophomore, Sanders already displays the poise and confidence of a seasoned player. He’s aggressive when driving to the basket but also dangerous from beyond the arc, making him a dual threat that keeps defenses on their heels.
With three more seasons ahead of him, Sanders is only scratching the surface of his potential. He has shown glimpses of a mature, polished game, and it will be exciting to see his continued development under the Cane Bay program.
Jackson Terrell is another young player with significant upside. During his fall league games, Terrell displayed a soft touch around the basket, particularly shining in transition. He confidently stepped into a pull-up three-pointer, hitting it with impressive form—a rare skill for a player of his size.
In addition to his shooting, Terrell’s rebounding stood out. He consistently fought for boards and used his height to make an impact. As a versatile wing with strong interior presence and emerging perimeter skills, Terrell has the potential to be a key contributor for West Ashley for years to come.
Parker Renault is a deep-range sniper with a smooth shooting stroke, especially for someone his size. At 6’8”, Renault’s ability to stretch the floor makes him a potent weapon, particularly in pick-and-pop situations. He’s not just a shooter, though—his effectiveness on cuts to the basket and his rebounding ability provide his team with valuable versatility.
Renault’s confidence in his shot and his all-around play suggest that his best basketball is still ahead of him. If he continues on this path, his recruitment is likely to heat up significantly as he enters his final high school seasons.
Berkeley High’s success this season will largely depend on the contributions of Deuce Kinloch, a player who’s making an impact on both ends of the court. Known for his shot-blocking and rim protection, Kinloch’s length allows him to challenge shots and be a defensive anchor. Offensively, he’s equally dangerous, whether stepping out to hit a three or using his athleticism to drive and finish at the rim.
His all-around play elevates Berkeley’s competitiveness, filling crucial roles both offensively and defensively. As Kinloch continues to develop, he’s expected to play a pivotal role in his team’s success, contributing big plays in critical moments.
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COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – Former South Carolina Lt. Gov. André Bauer has been nominated for a position in foreign diplomacy.
The White House on Tuesday listed Bauer as a nominee to be the next U.S. Ambassador to Belize, a Central American country bordering Guatemala.
It’s unclear when a confirmation hearing will take place. WIS has reached out to the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee for more information.
Bauer was South Carolina’s lieutenant governor from 2003-2011, serving under then-Gov. Mark Sanford. Before that, he served terms in the South Carolina House of Representatives and the South Carolina Senate.
More recently, Bauer entered the race for U.S. Senate in July 2025, looking to unseat Sen. Lindsey Graham in the Republican primary. He ended his campaign the following month.
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CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Six Republican candidates vying to become South Carolina’s next governor met in downtown Charleston for a wide-ranging debate that put abortion, infrastructure and the future of data centers at the center of the race.
The forum was held at the Sottile Theatre, where Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, state Sen. Josh Kimbrell, U.S. Rep. Nancy Mace, U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman, Lowcountry businessman Rom Reddy and Attorney General Alan Wilson took the stage.
Questions included whether they would support a state hate crime law, how they would address concerns about growth and infrastructure, how to navigate collaboration, abortion and the future of data centers in the state.
One issue that drew near-unanimous opposition was state Senate Bill 1095, a proposed total abortion ban that passed out of committee earlier in the day. All of the candidates opposed the bill, but they differed on what they would do if it reached the governor’s desk.
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Norman said he would sign it.
“You know, this is an emotional issue, but I will tell you if this bill came to my desk as governor. If it passed the House and the Senate, I would sign it,” Norman said.
All of the other candidates on stage said they would veto the bill if it came across their desk as governor, with Reddy arguing the question should be decided by voters.
“The Supreme Court did not say the loudest voice in the ruling class prevails. It said it’s up to the people in the state, so let’s put it to a referendum,” Reddy said.
On infrastructure, candidates discussed reforming the South Carolina Department of Transportation and allowing private-sector involvement to help pay for improvements.
Wilson outlined ideas that included leasing interstate easements and expanding private express lanes.
“We privatized that grass between the interstates. We turn it into private express lanes that can be told we leased the easements on the sides of interstates to telecommunication companies and energy companies, and charge them for natural gas line and fiber optic fiber optic cables,” Wilson said.
Evette also pointed to public-private partnerships and the possibility of fast-pass lanes.
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“We want to make sure that we’re innovative public private partnerships coming in and creating fast pass lanes to allow people that are in a hurry to be able to utilize that,” Evette said.
The final question focused on data centers, with candidates agreeing corporations should “pay their way.”
“They should pay for their water. They should pay for their infrastructure, any roads around it, and we should look at what Governor Ron DeSantis has done in Florida with the large data centers that are coming to Florida. That should be the model in South Carolina and everywhere,” Mace said.
Kimbrell said the state should set limits to protect natural resources and guard against higher power costs for residents.
“Put parameters around data centers to ensure that the water consumption does not impact places like the ACE Basin,” Kimbrell said. “Ensuring that the Public Service Commission makes absolutely sure nobody’s power rate goes up and we try to get behind the meter energy grids in place so they can be self-sufficient.”
Two more debates are planned ahead of the primaries on June 9.
A bill that could make it a felony for doctors to perform an abortion is moving to the full South Carolina Senate with just a few weeks left in the legislative session.
The South Carolina Senate medical affairs committee continued a debate of Senate Bill 1095 on April 21 in Columbia. The bill, sponsored by State Sen. Richard Cash, R-Anderson, builds on a restrictive abortion bill that failed to progress in the fall.
The committee passed the measure in an 8-4 vote, moving it to the full Senate for consideration. Lawmakers have until May 14, the last day of the 2026 legislative session, to pass the bill for it to become law.
Senate Bill 1095, also called the “Unborn Child Protection Act,” bans performing an abortion or supplying abortion drugs. It makes it illegal for a woman to get an abortion, with the only exception being to save a pregnant woman’s life.
It also makes mifepristone and misoprostol Schedule IV controlled substances. Alprazolam (Xanax) and zolpidem (Ambien) are two other examples of Schedule IV substances.
Pro-Life Greenville, an anti-abortion organization based in Greenville, responded to the bill’s progress with “full endorsement” of the legislation.
“Unborn children, like all human beings, deserve to have their lives protected under law here in the Palmetto State,” Pro-Life Greenville stated. “Today’s vote by the SC Senate Medical Affairs Committee brings that urgent need one step closer to reality.”
Under the bill, a woman who has an abortion could face misdemeanor charges. The maximum sentence would be two years in jail with a $1,000 fine.
Those found guilty of performing an abortion or providing a pregnant woman with abortion-inducing drugs could face felony charges, a maximum sentence of 20 years in jail, and a possible $100,000 fine.
Planned Parenthood South Atlantic (PPSAT), a firm opponent of the bill, decried the Senate committee passage. PPSAT Director of Public Affairs Vicki Ringer said in a statement that the bill will cost people their lives, and it will make it more difficult for women to get reproductive and pregnancy healthcare.
“Abortion bans have and will continue to cost people their lives,” Ringer stated. “As this ban inches closer to the governor’s desk, it is becoming increasingly clear just how many of our lives anti-abortion lawmakers are willing to endanger in service to their agenda.”
Bella Carpentier covers the South Carolina legislature, state, and Greenville County politics. Contact her at bcarpentier@gannett.com
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