Former Gamecocks quarterback Phil Petty dies

COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) - The former South Carolina quarterback Phil Petty has died at 43-years-old.

Petty led the Gamecocks to back to back victories against Ohio State at the Outback Bowl in 2001 and 2002.

Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the loss of a great Gamecock. pic.twitter.com/c5WsganUkj
— Gamecock Football (@GamecockFB) July 21, 2022

He’d recently taken a coaching job on the Gray Collegiate football staff in June.

He is survived by his wife and two children. A cause of death has not been released at this time.

It breaks our heart to inform you that former #Gamecocks QB Phil Petty passed away late last night.

Petty led the greatest turnaround in CFB, guiding USC to back to back Outback Bowl victories over Ohio State.

Our prayers go out to his friends & family. RIP. pic.twitter.com/dirppwVqrR
— The Spurs Up Show (@TheSpursUpShow) July 21, 2022

South Carolina Athletics Director Ray Tanner said, “A native South Carolinian, he was a fighter on the football field, a tremendous person off the field and beloved by all Gamecocks. He was a great friend to many and a wonderful dad and husband. My prayers go out to his wife, Morgan, children, Sage and McCoy, and his many friends.”

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