McDowell made most of his opportunity on the way to Sumter High Athletic Hall of Fame

By TIM LEIBLE
tim@theitem.com
Posted 12/1/23

Former Sumter High running back Roderick McDowell was an incredibly gifted athlete.

As a senior, McDowell rushed for 1,870 yards and 24 touchdowns as he led the Gamecocks to the SCHSL 4A state championship game against Byrnes, ultimately falling …

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