Transfer guard Keyshawn Woods makes USC visit

Shooting guard Keyshawn Woods made his first visit to South Carolina Monday as he began the process of finding a new program.

Woods (6-2) played his freshman season at Charlotte, where he averaged over eight points per game and led Conference USA in three point shooting at better than 46 percent. The native of Gastonia received his release from the 49ers last month following their coaching change.

Woods paid an unofficial visit to USC Monday and said he got a good look at what the Gamecocks have to offer.

“They just made it pretty clear that they really want me,” said Woods, who added that he has an offer from USC.

Woods said he’s also looking at possible visits to Auburn, Creighton, Butler, St. Joseph’s and VCU before he makes a decision later this summer in time to enroll for the second session of summer school.

Wherever he lands, Woods will have to sit out next season.

“I’m just pretty much looking for somewhere where I can grow as a player and really work on my weaknesses on the offseason that I have to sit out,” Woods said. “The main goal is for me to really work on all of my weaknesses and make them my strength. I’ve really got to get stronger in the weight room, so I’m really going to be working on that wherever I go next. I hope I can get with a program that’s already established and with a coach that can hopefully get me to the next level.”