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Two South Carolina programs don’t get talked about enough: SC State and Benedict College.

  • Writer: Brahma Media, LLC
    Brahma Media, LLC
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When discussing college football in South Carolina, two programs consistently outperform their level of recognition: South Carolina State University and Benedict College. SC State stands as the MEAC’s most accomplished program with an incredible 19 conference titles, representing nearly five decades of championship-level dominance. Benedict College, meanwhile, has rapidly become a true force in Division II football, winning back-to-back SIAC championships and establishing itself as one of the nation’s most disciplined and well-coached programs. Both schools continue to elevate the standard of HBCU football in South Carolina, and any fair conversation about the state’s top programs must place them front and center.


What separates these two programs from the rest is not just history, but trajectory. SC State has consistently proven its ability to reload talent rather than rebuild. Year after year, the Bulldogs produce NFL-caliber players, compete for championships, and defend their place as one of the most resilient programs in Black college football. Their 19 MEAC titles aren’t just a number — they represent a standard of excellence that programs at any level would envy.


Benedict College, on the other hand, represents the future of what a rising Division II powerhouse looks like. In just a few short years, they’ve shifted from being a regional competitor to a nationally respected program. Benedict’s back-to-back SIAC championships weren’t accidental—they were the result of structure, elite defensive play, and a coaching philosophy centered around culture, discipline, and an expectation to win. They’ve built a program that looks sustainable, scalable, and ready to compete at an even higher level if expansion opportunities ever arise.


In a football landscape dominated by brand names and TV contracts, programs like SC State and Benedict often get overshadowed by the bigger marketing machines across the state. Yet the data, the wins, and the trophies tell a different story: South Carolina’s most consistent winners are wearing garnet-and-blue or purple-and-gold—but not the ones most casual fans think of.


As college football moves into a new era shaped by realignment, NIL, and expanded playoffs, the smartest conversations will look beyond the traditional power structures. Programs like SC State and Benedict have already shown they can build winners without the oversized budgets or national spotlights. Imagine what they could do with that same level of investment, visibility, and media backing.


South Carolina’s football identity is richer and more layered than the typical narratives allow. If the state is serious about celebrating excellence at every level, then elevating SC State and Benedict isn’t optional — it’s overdue.


These programs aren’t just part of the conversation.

They’re redefining it.

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