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Lanorris Sellers’ Grandfather Turns a Kentucky TD into a “Wrong End” Meme

In a game that looked more like a “who‑gets‑the‑ball‑first” scramble than a showcase of strategic football, South Carolina’s young running back Lanorris Sellers had a moment that will be remembered far longer than the 24‑20 win over Kentucky. The highlight was not just a 16‑yard run that sealed the victory; it was a touchdown celebration that, thanks to an oddball fan in the stands—Sellers’ grandfather—broke the internet with a new meme known as the “Wrong End” celebration.

The Game in Context

The game, played at Kentucky’s Kroger Field on Sunday, was a mid‑season showdown that had the South Carolina Gamecocks looking to climb out of the bottom tier of the SEC South. The Gators, fresh off a 4‑0 start in conference play, had the advantage of home‑court and a strong defense that had rattled the Gamecocks’ offense all season.

South Carolina, however, entered the game with a high‑energy offense led by freshman stand‑out Lanorris Sellers, who had rushed for 123 yards and a touchdown in his debut game against West Virginia. Sellers had been singled out by analysts for his quick burst and ability to break tackles, making him a key player to watch as the Gamecocks looked to find a winning rhythm.

The Gators’ defense, led by the “Blue‑Blood” defensive line, dominated the early minutes, limiting the Gamecocks to a single rushing attempt in the first quarter. But by the third quarter, South Carolina’s offense had found its groove, and it was Sellers who made the play that decided the game.

The Play That Started It All

With the Gamecocks down 20‑14, South Carolina forced a three‑and‑two on 4th‑and‑5, and Sellers was lined up at the 25‑yard line in the Gamecocks’ backfield. On the snap, the Gators’ 4‑th‑down rush stuttered, and Sellers was freed on a 16‑yard burst. He broke through the 2‑point line, reached the 1‑yard line, and dove over the goal line for a touchdown, bringing the score to 20‑20.

The moment was electric. The crowd roared, the Gators’ defenders fell to the floor, and Sellers, in a moment of pure instinct, turned to the left side of the field and began what would become the “Wrong End” celebration. While he was in the end zone, he broke into a half‑squat dance, arms up, chest out, as if he was telling the ball to “stay with me.”

It was then that the fans in the stands caught the energy of Sellers’ celebration. A group of back‑row spectators—one of whom was Sellers’ grandfather, a 75‑year‑old South Carolinian who had come out of retirement for the game—stood up, mimicked the dance, and shouted, “Wrong end!” The chant rippled through the stands as the Gators’ defense tried to recover.

The play had a strange, almost cinematic quality. Sellers had been caught mid‑celebration when a Kentucky defender, in a desperate attempt to keep the ball from escaping, had collided with him. The defender’s body lay on the ground in the wrong direction—a “wrong end” that seemed to echo Sellers’ own celebration.

In the end, the play was ruled a clean touchdown, and the Gators’ defense recovered. But the moment quickly became a viral sensation, as the footage was shared on social media, tagged #WrongEnd, and trended on Twitter for a brief but intense period. A few hours later, the Gators’ own video team had posted a highlight reel of Sellers’ touchdown on their Instagram account, complete with a slow‑motion replay of the “Wrong End” dance.

Sellers’ Grandfather: The Man Who Made the Meme

Sellers’ grandfather, a lifelong Gator fan who had once played in a charity game against the Clemson Tigers, was the catalyst for the “Wrong End” celebration. He was wearing a blue “Wrong End” t‑shirt he had bought at a local sports shop, and he had been holding a foam finger with the word “WINS” on it. As Sellers ran, the grandfather shouted, “Right here, Grandpa!” and performed a goofy arm‑swinging gesture that mirrored Sellers’ own dance.

A video clip of the grandfather dancing in the stands was captured by a fan on his phone. Within minutes, the clip was uploaded to TikTok, where a hashtag “#WrongEnd” was created. Fans from both sides of the field started mimicking the dance. Even the Gators’ coach, Matt Ryan, posted a quick clip of the celebration to his Instagram story, joking, “Grandpa really knows how to bring the energy.”

Sellers himself seemed to enjoy the moment. After the game, he was interviewed by the sports network ESPN, where he laughed and said, “I didn’t even know my granddad had that kind of dance. It was a great moment, and it made the whole field feel like one team.” He also teased that he would “learn the ‘Wrong End’ dance” from his grandfather for the next game.

The Aftermath: A Meme that Stayed

The “Wrong End” celebration quickly spread beyond the Gators’ fan base. On the next day, the same clip was used in a short comedic montage on the University of Kentucky’s YouTube channel, where their social media team commented, “We never saw that coming.” The clip was also used by a major sports network to illustrate the concept of “momentary confusion” during games—a subtle nod to the chaotic nature of college football.

While the celebration was purely lighthearted, it had a tangible effect on the teams. The Gators’ defense was noticeably more relaxed after the celebration, and they finished the second half on a 14‑point run, sealing the win. Meanwhile, the Gamecocks’ offensive line struggled to find a rhythm, culminating in a turnover that gave the Gators the final lead.

The game also served as a reminder of how small, spontaneous moments can become cultural phenomena in the digital age. In an era where a single clip can reach millions, the “Wrong End” celebration became a testament to the power of fan interaction and how the stories that unfold on the field can transcend the game itself.

Looking Ahead

Lanorris Sellers finished the season with 1,025 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns. His performance against Kentucky cemented his place as a key player for the Gamecocks, and the “Wrong End” celebration added a layer of folklore to his career. The Gators will likely keep the meme alive, using it in promotional material, and the Gamecocks will probably never forget the moment that turned a simple touchdown into an internet sensation.

In the world of college football, where every play is carefully choreographed and every celebration scrutinized, sometimes the most memorable moments are those that happen outside the script—like a granddad’s goofy dance in the stands, and a play that ends up with the ball—and a team—on the wrong end of the field—celebrating it in a way no one saw coming.