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Griffin Barfield

Griffin Barfield, Sports Editor

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Former Clemson goalie and 2021 National Champion George Marks saves a potential goal from UNC during a scrimmage in March 2022.

Former Tiger earns starting MLS job

Griffin Barfield, Asst. Sports Editor April 27, 2023

As the 2023 MLS regular season begins, a former Clemson Tiger has been making noise in the starting lineup. Charlotte FC goalkeeper George Marks has taken the starting role as of late, with six straight...

Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) on the sidelines during Clemson's spring game on April 15, 2023. 

‘I’m playing like me again’: Klubnik entering summer with sky-high confidence

Griffin Barfield, Asst. Sports Editor April 17, 2023

After Cade Klubnik was named the starting quarterback for the Tigers following the ACC Championship, the collegiate football world was buzzing around the freshman. With all this buzz comes a lot of potential...

Clemson midfielder Brandon Parrish (11) dribbles past a Virginia defender on Oct. 15, 2022 at Historic Riggs Field. 

Clemson men’s soccer looking to fight next fall following spring performances

Griffin Barfield, Asst. Sports Editor April 10, 2023

With four out of five spring scrimmages completed, the Clemson men’s soccer team is looking to use their performances to spend another season at the top of the NCAA. The 2021 National Champions opened...

PJ Hall (24) and Hunter Tyson (5) standing for the alma mater after Clemson's first round NIT loss to Morehead State at Littlejohn Coliseum on March 15. 

Paws up, paws down: Clemson men’s basketball’s 2022-2023 season

Griffin Barfield, Asst. Sports Editor April 3, 2023

Finishing with an overall record of 23-11 and 14-6 in conference play, the Clemson men’s basketball team certainly had a year to remember.Here are the biggest takeaways from the Tigers’ season:Paws...

Clemson forward Hunter Tyson (5) dunks against Morehead State in the first round of the 2023 NIT in Littlejohn Coliseum on March 15, 2023. 

Paws up, paws down: Clemson vs. Morehead State

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter March 16, 2023

The Clemson men's basketball team fell to the Morehead State Eagles 68-64 Wednesday night. With the Tigers’ 2022-2023 season in the books, here are some of the key takeaways from the loss: Paws up:...

Clemson forward PJ Hall (24) posts up against Virginia in the semifinals of the 2023 ACC Tournament.

Brownell, Clemson take on Morehead State in NIT

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter March 15, 2023

It’s one final ride for this year’s Clemson men’s basketball team. After Selection Sunday proved unlucky for the Tigers, Clemson (23-10, 14-6 ACC) was selected as a No. 1 seed for this...

Clemson center PJ Hall (24), guard Brevin Galloway (11) and forward Ian Schieffelin (4) sit on the bench during the Tigers' 76-56 loss to Virginia in the semifinals of the 2023 ACC Tournament.

Clemson misses NCAA Tournament, will play in NIT

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter March 13, 2023

For the second straight season, the Tigers will not compete in the NCAA Tournament. With the NCAA Tournament bracket set, the Clemson men’s basketball team found themselves on the outskirts of the...

Dillion Hunter makes a layup at the 2023 ACC Tournament quarterfinals against NC State.

Preview: Tigers meet Virginia in ACC Tournament semifinal

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter March 10, 2023

It’s a rematch in Greensboro, North Carolina, on Friday night and another chance for the Clemson men’s basketball team to provide another huge statement in their NCAA Tournament hopes.On Friday...

Clemson guard Brevin Galloway (11) dribbles toward the hoop against NC State in the quarterfinals of the 2023 ACC Tournament on March 9, 2023, in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Clemson take down Wolfpack, advances in ACC Tournament

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter March 10, 2023

The Clemson men’s basketball team defeated the N.C. State Wolfpack 80-54 in the quarterfinals of the ACC Tournament Thursday night.The Tigers (23-9, 14-6 ACC) delivered the knockout blow to the Wolfpack,...

Clemson forward/center PJ Hall high-fives Clemson guard Brevin Galloway. 

Clemson prepares for ACC Tournament with March Madness hopes on the line

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter March 9, 2023

It’s the final stretch for head coach Brad Brownell and his team and perhaps the last chance for the NCAA Tournament.  The Clemson men’s basketball team will open up its postseason play...

PJ Hall (24) and Hunter Tyson (5) were honored by the ACC on Monday for their accomplishments in the 2022-23 season.

Tyson and Hall named to All-ACC teams

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter March 7, 2023

Clemson forward Hunter Tyson and center PJ Hall were recognized by the ACC on Monday, as both were named to an All-ACC team. Tyson earned All-ACC First Team honors, marking the senior’s first appearance...

Clemson head coach Brad Brownell walks off the court in Littlejohn Coliseum following his 400th career win after beating Duke on Jan. 14, 2023.

Preview: Tigers host Fighting Irish in decisive regular season finale

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter March 4, 2023

The Clemson men’s basketball team will play its final game at Littlejohn Coliseum this season on Saturday, and it’s arguably one of the most important.The Tigers (21-9, 13-6 ACC) will welcome...

Clemson foward/center PJ Hall (24), forward Ian Schieffelin (4), guard Chase Hunter (1) and forward Hunter Tyson (5) will travel to Raleigh, North Carolina this weekend to take on the N.C. State Wolfpack. 

Preview: Brownell, Clemson face tough road test against Wolfpack

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter February 25, 2023

The Clemson men’s basketball team (20-8, 12-5 ACC) will travel to Raleigh, North Carolina, on Saturday to face off against the NC State Wolfpack (22-7, 12-6 ACC) in a pivotal ACC matchup. It’s...

Clemson forward Hunter Tyson (5) takes a jump shot against Syracuse in Littlejohn Coliseum on Feb. 22, 2023.

Tyson, Tigers pull away from Syracuse in historic win

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter February 23, 2023

The Clemson’s men's basketball team (20-8, 12-5 ACC) defeated the Syracuse Orange (16-12, 9-8 ACC) by a score of 91-73 at Littlejohn Coliseum on Wednesday night.The Tigers started the first half...

Clemson forward Hunter Tyson (5) leads the Tigers in scoring this season with 15.3 points per game. 

Tigers to host Syracuse in must-win game as postseason looms

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter February 21, 2023

With postseason play rapidly approaching, it’s now or never for the Clemson men’s basketball team. What started as a historic and monumental season for Clemson (19-8, 11-5 ACC) has turned...

Clemson guard Chase Hunter (1) defends a Florida State player as teammate PJ Hall (24) moves behind him. 

Tigers have ‘more work to be done’ as season winds down

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter February 18, 2023

The Clemson men’s basketball team was in a bit of a do-or-die situation on Wednesday night, but a resounding 40-point win may give the Tigers the momentum they need ahead of the season’s final...

Clemson forward/center PJ Hall (24) backs down a Florida State defender at Littlejohn Coliseum to help solidify the Tigers' 94-54 victory on Feb. 15, 2023.

Hall, Clemson snap three-game skid in dominant fashion vs. Seminoles

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter February 16, 2023

On Wednesday night, the Clemson Tigers dominated the Florida State Seminoles, winning by a score of 94-54 at Littlejohn Coliseum.The Tigers started the game hot, getting out to an early 16-3 lead in the...

Clemson head coach Brad Brownell and the Tigers will look to avoid losing their fourth straight game they host the Seminoles on Wednesday. 

Brownell, Clemson look to avoid a four-game losing streak against Seminoles

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter February 15, 2023

The Clemson men’s basketball team (18-7, 10-4 ACC) will go up against the Florida State Seminoles (8-18, 6-9 ACC) at Littlejohn Coliseum on Wednesday.The Tigers are looking to have a repeat performance...

Clemson head coach Brad Brownell looks toward the court of Littlejohn Coliseum.

Tigers suffer disappointing loss to North Carolina

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter February 14, 2023

The Clemson men’s basketball team was unable to bounce back on Saturday, suffering a 91-71 loss to the North Carolina Tar Heels in Chapel Hill, North Carolina. After the Tigers (18-7, 10-4 ACC)...

The Clemson men's basketball team suffered back-to-back losses on Saturday for the first time this season.

Paws up, paws down: Clemson vs. Miami

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter February 9, 2023

In a high-stakes ACC showdown at Littlejohn Coliseum last Saturday, the Clemson Tigers lost to the Miami Hurricanes by a score of 78-74.  Here are a few key takeaways from the game: Paws up: Clemson...

Clemson head basketball coach Brad Brownell talks to forwards PJ Hall (24) and Ben Middlebrooks (10) against Miami in Littlejohn Coliseum on Feb. 4, 2023. 

Brownell, Clemson look to regroup with matchup vs. North Carolina ahead

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter February 9, 2023

The Clemson Tigers (18-6, 10-3 ACC) will head to Chapel Hill on Saturday to take on the North Carolina Tar Heels (15-9, 7-6 ACC) in another loaded conference matchup. Clemson has been one of the surprise...

Clemson will look to stay undefeated at Littlejohn Coliseum on Tuesday when it takes on No. 23 Miami. 

Tigers to host Hurricanes with conference lead on the line

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter February 4, 2023

On Saturday, the No. 20 Clemson Tigers (18-5, 11-2 ACC) will host the No. 23 Miami Hurricanes (17-5, 8-4 ACC) at Littlejohn Coliseum in a clash between two of the top ACC teams.Clemson head coach Brad...

Clemson forward Chauncey Wiggins celebrates during the Tigers' win over Duke in Littlejohn Coliseum on Jan. 14, 2023. 

Preview: Tigers look to continue winning ways against Boston College

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter January 30, 2023

The No. 20 Clemson Tigers (18-4, 10-1 ACC) will look to remain at the top of the ACC on Tuesday night as they take on the Boston College Eagles (10-12, 4-7 ACC) at Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, on Tuesday...

Clemson forward Hunter Tyson (5) leads the Tigers in scoring through the first 21 games of the 2022-2023 season.

Preview: Short-handed Tigers travel to Tallahassee to take on Seminoles

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter January 28, 2023

The No. 24-ranked Clemson men’s basketball team (17-4, 9-1 ACC) will face off against the Florida State Seminoles (7-14, 5-5 ACC) in Tallahassee, Florida, this Saturday. The Tigers are looking...

Clemson defensive end Myles Murphy (98) chases down a Notre Dame player during the Tigers' matchup against the Fighting Irish on Nov. 5, 2022.

A deep dive into each Tiger that declared for the 2023 NFL Draft

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter January 26, 2023

As the 2023 collegiate season comes to a close, the draft process is underway for collegiate players looking to make the jump to the next level this April. At least seven of these potential draftees...

Clemson center PJ Hall (24) stands on the free throw line to contribute to the Tigers' 72-64 victory over Duke.

Preview: Tigers welcome Hokies in ACC showdown

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter January 21, 2023

On Saturday, No. 19 Clemson (15-4, 7-1 ACC) will take on the Virginia Tech Hokies (11-7, 1-6 ACC) at Littlejohn Coliseum. This matchup is not the first time these two teams have met this season, as...

Trevor Lawrence steps onto the field prior to the Tigers' game at North Carolina on Sept. 28, 2019

Tigers in the NFL: Wildcard Weekend

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter January 18, 2023

This past weekend’s NFL Wild Card Weekend kicked off the NFL Playoffs in incredible fashion, with plenty of comebacks, questionable calls and statement wins. Many former Clemson Tigers were featured...

Clemson forward Hunter Tyson (5) and forward/center PJ Hall (24) are both scoring in double figures this season.

Clemson looks to continue perfect ACC record vs. No. 24 Duke

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter January 14, 2023

On Saturday, Clemson men’s basketball (14-3, 6-0 ACC) will welcome the No. 24 Duke Blue Devils (13-4, 4-2 ACC) at Littlejohn Coliseum. The Tigers have a great deal on the line in this upcoming...

Clemson midfielder Ousmane Sylla dribbles the ball against UCLA at Historic Riggs Field in the second round of the 2022 College Cup on Nov. 20, 2022. 

Clemson knocked out of College Cup as Tigers fall to UCLA in heartbreaking fashion

Griffin Barfield, Senior Reporter November 21, 2022

The sixth-seeded Clemson men’s soccer team suffered a close loss to UCLA in the 2022 College Cup on Sunday, sending the Tigers out of the tournament by a score of 2-1. In a back-and-forth, intense...

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