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Opposing coach: Lou Holtz [South Carolina]

October 7, 2000

Game Preview

Kentucky entered the matchup with a 2–3 overall record under Hal Mumme.

Game Summary

Kentucky lost to South Carolina, 20–17, on October 7, 2000.

Derek Watson’s 58-yard touchdown run followed a South Carolina interception and put the Gamecocks ahead for good late in the third quarter. Jared Lorenzen passed for 304 yards, but penalties and failed fourth-down attempts stalled Kentucky’s final scoring threats.

Game time: 7:30 p.m. ET
Stadium: Commonwealth Stadium
Lexington

Box Score

Team1234Final
Kentucky17
South Carolina20

TV: ESPN2
TV announcers: Bill Curry
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