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The Savannah Bananas and Clemson baseball team had an unforgettable night playing Banana Ball at Doug Kingsmore Stadium on Nov. 7.

Play (Banana) ball: Savannah Bananas face off against Clemson

Nathan Inman, Senior Reporter November 14, 2024

A shirtless Erik Bakich, a walk-up to the plate riding a horse and choreographed dances. All that can only be found in Banana Ball, which made its way to Clemson on Thursday night as the Savannah Bananas...

The Savannah Bananas visited Doug Kingsmore Stadium on Nov. 7 to face the Clemson baseball team while playing by Banana Ball rules.

‘Never experienced something that much fun’: Clemson reflects on Banana Ball experience

Nathan Inman, Senior Reporter November 12, 2024

When Clemson baseball took on the Savannah Bananas Thursday night, it was history making for Banana Ball. For the Tigers, it was memory making. Clemson became the first-ever collegiate team to play...

Clemson guard Chase Hunter (1) will be a key returner for the Tigers this upcoming season if the team will look to get back to the NCAA Tournament.

Brownell, Tigers using Elite Eight finish as season motivation

William Warren, Contributor November 7, 2024

Clemson basketball saw a much-needed successful season last year on its way to the Elite Eight, its second in school history. Brad Brownell’s squad exceeded expectations, fighting past some of the...

The Clemson Tigers will take on the Savannah Bananas in Doug Kingsmore Stadium next Thursday, marking the first collegiate exhibition for the Bananas.

Clemson baseball to take on Savannah Bananas at Doug Kingsmore next week

Nathan Inman, Senior Reporter October 30, 2024

The Savannah Bananas announced they will travel to Doug Kingsmore Stadium to play the Clemson baseball team next Thursday, Nov. 7, at 7 p.m. The event is yet another first for the Bananas in Clemson,...

Cannarella, pictured rounding the bases against UNC Charlotte in April, is projected as the No. 1 ACC draft pick and No. 2 overall.

Cam Cannarella projected as No. 2 overall pick in 2025 MLB draft

Tyler Skorski, Senior Reporter October 3, 2024

After a strong sophomore season with an abundance of memorable moments, Clemson center fielder Cam Cannarella will enter the 2025 season as the No. 2-ranked prospect in collegiate baseball, according to...

Clemson head coach Erik Bakich celebrates in right field after winning the Clemson Regional at home.

Bakich, Clemson baseball busy in transfer portal

Tyler Skorski, Senior Reporter September 11, 2024

Although the team’s season ended in June, Clemson baseball’s head coach Erik Bakich has remained active. While his team prepares and trains for fall ball, he has been busy in the transfer portal to...

Nick Clayton pitched effectively from the 10th until the 13th, doing all he could to give the Tigers a chance to win the game.

Clemson falls to Georgia in 15-inning marathon

Tyler Skorski, Senior Reporter April 25, 2024

In a contest that started on Tuesday evening and ended early on Wednesday morning, the Clemson Tigers lost to the Georgia Bulldogs 4-3. The matchup lasted 5 hours and 30 minutes, and the No. 5 Tigers’...

The Clemson baseball team will head into the summer with hopes to win their first College World Series in program history.

Important college baseball dates to know for the summer

Griffin Barfield, Asst. Sports Editor April 25, 2024

Although the academic semester is winding down, one thing has continued to pick up: Clemson athletics. Some players will even stay on campus to finish their seasons that extend through the summer. One...

Taylor rounds the bases for his third home run of the day against USC Upstate on Feb. 27.

Behind the ball: Will Taylor on the road to Omaha

Patrick Driscoll, Senior Reporter April 25, 2024

It’s nearly impossible to imagine anyone giving up Saturdays in Death Valley with a crowd 81,500-strong chanting your name — nevermind sacrificing the famed stroll past adoring fans through the Tiger...

Freshman pitcher Aidan Knaak heaving a ball off the mound in his impressive performance versus the Pittsburgh Panthers on Saturday, April 20, 2024.

Tigers get a bounce back series win against Panthers

Angelo Feliberty, Senior Reporter April 25, 2024

The No. 5 Clemson Tigers (32-7, 13-5 ACC) bounced back after their recent series loss to NC State, defeating the Pittsburgh Panthers (16-21, 5-16 ACC) 2-1 in their series at Doug Kingsmore Stadium this...

Lucas Mahlstedt (47) pitched against UNC Charlotte at Doug Kingsmore Stadium on Tuesday, April 16.

Second inning scoring pushes Clemson to victory over UNC Charlotte

Nathan Inman, Senior Reporter April 17, 2024

The No. 6 Clemson Tigers defeated UNC Charlotte 8-5 on Tuesday evening at Doug Kingsmore Stadium. The game came after losing a weekend series against NC State, the first the Tigers had dropped all season. The...

Freshmen infielder Jarren Purify celebrates being called safe on a squeeze play in the 7-0 NC State series finale win on Sunday, April 15.

Tigers upset by Wolfpack in first series loss of the season

Angelo Feliberty, Senior Reporter April 16, 2024

The No. 6 Clemson Tigers (29-6, 11-4 ACC) saw their first series loss of the season to the NC State Wolfpack (20-13, 10-8 ACC) this past weekend. Following an 11-8 loss on Friday, the second game of the...

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