South Carolina Gamecocks
· 2026-07-02
The South Carolina Gamecocks have landed a major commitment from five-star defensive back Joshua Dobson.
Dobson chose the Gamecocks over Texas A&M and Michigan.
The commitment is a significant win for coach Shane Beamer and the Gamecocks' recruiting class.
Dobson is a 6-foot-1, 185-pound defensive back from Hough High School in Cornelius, North Carolina.
The addition of Dobson gives the Gamecocks a major boost in their recruiting rankings, which have vaulted them up to 46th in the nation.
Andrew Ivins, Director of Scouting for 247Sports, praises Dobson's speed and athleticism.
Dobson's stats include 4 tackles and 1 pass break up in 8 games as a junior.
The Gamecocks are set to face Kent State Golden Flashes on 2026-09-05.
Several other Gamecock targets are set to come off the board this summer.
Dobson will spend his senior season at Hough High School before signing in December.
The Gamecocks' current commits include five-star DB Joshua Dobson, four-star DL John Archer, and four-star WR Javien Robinson.
Coach Shane Beamer's staff was able to sell Dobson on the program after hosting him on an official visit on June 19.
Dobson's commitment is a significant win for the Gamecocks' recruiting class.
The Gamecocks' recruiting momentum is expected to continue with several other targets set to make their decisions soon.