
Breaking: Gamecocks’ 5-Star Kicker Mitch Jeter Set to Reunite with Dowell Loggains at Appalachian State
Columbia, SC – In a shocking move, South Carolina Gamecocks’ 5-star kicker Mitch Jeter has announced his decision to transfer to Appalachian State Mountaineers, where he will reunite with former Gamecocks’ special teams coordinator Dowell Loggains.
Jeter, a senior kicker from Salisbury, North Carolina, had an impressive career with the Gamecocks, earning the 2023 Jim Carlen Award as MVP Special Teams and honorable mention All-SEC honors. He connected on 23-of-25 field goal attempts, boasting a 92% success rate, and was successful on 73-of-76 extra point tries.
The news of Jeter’s transfer sent shockwaves throughout the college football world, with many fans and analysts expressing surprise at the kicker’s decision to leave the Gamecocks. However, sources close to the program indicate that Jeter’s decision to transfer was motivated by his desire to reunite with Loggains, who served as the Gamecocks’ special teams coordinator during Jeter’s freshman season.
Loggains, who joined the Appalachian State coaching staff in 2022, has a reputation for being one of the top special teams coordinators in the country. During his time at South Carolina, Loggains played a key role in developing Jeter into one of the top kickers in the SEC.
“I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to reunite with Coach Loggains at Appalachian State,” Jeter said in a statement. “Coach Loggains was instrumental in my development as a kicker, and I’m excited to work with him again. I’m looking forward to being a part of the Mountaineers’ special teams unit and helping the team achieve success.”
The addition of Jeter is a major coup for the Mountaineers, who are looking to build on their success in the Sun Belt Conference. With Jeter on board, Appalachian State’s special teams unit is expected to be one of the top units in the conference.
“We’re excited to add Mitch to our special teams unit,” Loggains said. “He’s an exceptional kicker with a strong leg and great accuracy. We’re looking forward to seeing him make an impact on our team.”
Jeter’s departure from South Carolina leaves a void in the Gamecocks’ special teams unit, but the team is confident that they have the talent and depth to fill the gap. Alex Herrera, a sixth-year senior, has been battling with fellow walk-ons Peyton Argent, Daniel Lester, and William Joyce for the starting kicker position, and is expected to take over as the team’s primary kicker.
While Jeter’s transfer is a significant loss for the Gamecocks, the team is focused on moving forward and preparing for the upcoming season. With a talented roster and a strong coaching staff, South Carolina is expected to be a major player in the SEC East.
_Key Takeaways:_
– _Mitch Jeter’s Transfer:_ Jeter has transferred to Appalachian State Mountaineers, where he will reunite with former Gamecocks’ special teams coordinator Dowell Loggains.
– _Jeter’s Career Highlights:_ Jeter earned the 2023 Jim Carlen Award as MVP Special Teams