MEDIA AND PRESS
Maurice welcomes the opportunity to speak with fellow athletes, students and families about his unique journey as an athlete and scholar. He has the character, conduct, and commitment that inspires, encourages, and sets an example for the next generation. Maurice believes "if you stay ready, you won’t have to get ready." This can be seen in his performance on the field, in the classroom, and in his life.
Maurice Brown II's Gamecocks Spring Game Touchdown
It was a big week for South Carolina football's Maurice Brown II, and he deserved every bit of it
Garnet & Cocky
"In the 2nd quarter with Carolina already leading, Maurice Brown II, better known around Columbia as "Moe," shot threw the middle of the LSU punt formation and made an acrobatic play that resulted in him getting his hand on Peyton Todd's kick. Teammate Buddy Mack returned the blocked punt attempt to the 10-yard line, and the Gamecocks quickly scored a touchdown to extend their lead."
South Carolina's Maurice Brown II soared over 3 LSU players for the punt block of the year
USA Today Sports
"Tight end Maurice Brown II — just put on scholarship this week — perfectly timed his jump to block a punt after a stalled drive and was unintentionally lifted in the air by an LSU player. That gave him just enough to get up and over the line and block the punter so fast that even the broadcast was stunned by the turn of events."
Maurice Brown II seeing role on South Carolina football team expand before 2024 campaign
Gamecock Central
"During South Carolina’s preparations for the upcoming 2024 season, [Brown] has also been given an opportunity to potentially play on offense, as he has gotten increased looks at the tight end position."
Inside Maurice Brown II's Long, Winding Journey To South Carolina
Gamecock Scoop
"[Maurice] has all the skills you would expect from a tight end. He showed off his receiving with a touchdown in the spring game. His hulking 6-foot-3, 252 lb. frame makes him an asset for in-line blocking. He became a special teams ace last year, registering his first career tackle at Texas A&M.
Get him in a team meeting room, and the magic happens."
Garnet Blanks Black, 17-0, to Capture Annual Spring Game
ABC 25 Columbia
"The Garnet team iced the game when true freshman Dante Reno connected with tight end Maurice Brown II on a 15-yard touchdown pass with seven minutes remaining in the contest." Maurice also won the Most Improved Special Teams Award. (April 2024)
Lucas welcomes new Gamecocks to Columbia
The Big Spur
"Several highly-rated prospects reported to campus on Wednesday. Defensive ends/outside linebackers coach Sterling Lucas played a significant part in recruiting a few of them, including Desmond Umeozulu, Monteque Rhames, Grayson Howard and Maurice Brown."
