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The Clemson spirit squads focus on spirit and tradition when performing at various athletic events.

Clemson vs. South Carolina: A spirit squad showdown

Katie Pfeffer and Drew Landon November 25, 2024

Regarding spirit squads, Clemson University and the University of South Carolina bring unmatched energy to sidelines and competition stages. From marching bands to dance teams, cheerleading and baton twirling,...

Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney has been a familiar face in the Clemson and South Carolina rivalry over his 17-year career.

Setting the standard: Comparing Clemson and South Carolina coaching success

Emma Makin, Contributor November 25, 2024

The rivalry between the Clemson Tigers and the University of South Carolina Gamecocks doesn’t just lie in the football game and traditions, it’s also a battle on the sidelines. Each head coach continues...

Clemson attackman Ian Jackson (3) during the Tigers win over South Carolina in April.

‘It’s always been about beating South Carolina’: Men’s club lacrosse talks Gamecock rivalry

Kelly Kaelblein, Asst. Sports Editor November 25, 2024

It should come as no surprise to a fan of either side that the Clemson-South Carolina rivalry extends beyond the universities’ NCAA Division I sports teams. In fact, some of Clemson’s club sports believe...

Former Clemson quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) runs in the Tigers' win in the 2019 National Championship on Jan. 7, 2019, at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California.

A look at the professional athletes from Clemson and South Carolina

Riley Morgan, Contributor November 25, 2024

With Clemson and South Carolina both being competitive Division I schools, it is expected that they produce high quality athletes that thrive in the professional leagues. Let’s go through some of...

Clemson running back Phil Mafah (7) rushes the ball in Clemson's win over South Carolina in the Palmetto Bowl on Nov. 25, 2023, at Williams-Brice Stadium.

Top 10 Clemson football moments in Palmetto Bowl history

Angelo Feliberty, Senior Reporter November 25, 2024

Honorable Mention: Brawl Bowl of 2004 The brawl is not a positive memory for either team, but it was too memorable in Palmetto Bowl history to leave it off the list altogether. Heading into this...

The Clemson Tigers will face the South Carolina Gamecocks in the annual Palmetto Bowl rivalry game at Memorial Stadium on Nov. 30.

Tigers, Gamecocks prepare for high-stakes Palmetto Bowl

Griffin Barfield, Sports Editor November 25, 2024

The Palmetto Bowl between Clemson and South Carolina comes and goes each year, but this year might be different. The No. 12 Tigers (9-2, 7-1 ACC) are in quite an exciting scenario — the team is on...

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