Steve Spurrier did not like what he saw when he arrived at South Carolina. A fan base that was so accustomed to losing that they applauded the team even during a loss. Let this be understood. There is nothing wrong with supporting the team, but Spurrier does not believe in reinforcing poor behavior with positive feedback. You see, Steve Spurrier is a winner.
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The most glaring example of this mentality came during the 2006 season. The Gamecocks hosted #2 Auburn, a team that beat the Gamecocks 48-7 the year before. The Gamecocks lost 24-17 after blowing several chances to tie the game.