South Carolina President Michael Amiridis wants to be clear. Yes, athletics director Ray Tanner is soon transitioning into a new role. But that will only happen after South Carolina finds his replacement — and, according to Amiridis, that search won’t get going until the end of November.

Across 12 years as South Carolina’s athletic director, Ray Tanner has hired more than a few coaches. With his tenure coming to a close soon, the coaches he hired will likely be a big part of his legacy.

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