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Clemson running back Will Shipley (1) hurdles a Louisville defender on a 25-yard touchdown run against the Cardinals in Memorial Stadium on Nov. 12, 2022. 

Clemson takes care of business against Louisville

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 12, 2022
Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) and running back Will Shipley (1) stand at the line of scrimmage against Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, on Nov. 5, 2022. 

Paws up, paws down: Clemson vs. Notre Dame

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 6, 2022
Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) hurdles a Notre Dame defender during the Tigers matchup with Notre Dame in South Bend, Indiana, on Nov. 5, 2022. 

Clemson falls to Notre Dame as Tigers’ offense flounders

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 5, 2022
Clemson Head Coach Dabo Swinney celebrates Clemsons ACC Championship victory over the Virginia Cavaliers.

Clemson clinches Atlantic Division title, trip to ACC Championship game

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 5, 2022
Clemson quarterback D.J. Uiagalelei (5) looks for a touchdown in the second overtime of the Tigers top-four game against the Notre Dame Fight Irish on Nov. 7, 2019 in Notre Dame, Ind. Uiagalelei threw for a school freshman record 439 passing yards against the Irish.

Behind enemy bylines: Clemson vs. Notre Dame

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 3, 2022
A Clemson helmet sits on the turf of Mercedes-Benz stadium, where the Tigers defeated Georgia Tech, 41-10, on Sept. 5, 2022. 

Clemson in Top 4 of initial College Football Playoff rankings

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 1, 2022
Clemson defensive end K.J. Henry (5) hypes up the crowd during the Tigers’ matchup with Georgia Tech at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Sept. 5, 2022.

Henry speaks on Clemson’s defensive growing pains

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
October 27, 2022
Clemson running back Will Shipley (1) celebrates with fans during the Tigers’ game against Louisi-ana Tech in Memorial Stadium on Sept. 17, 2022.

Compared to last year, Clemson is right where it needs to be

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
October 27, 2022
Clemson wide receiver Beaux Collins (80) and running back Will Shipley (1) celebrate with wide receiver Joseph Ngata (10) in the end zone against Furman. 

Clemson storms back late to defeat Syracuse

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
October 22, 2022
Clemson running back Will Shipley (1) runs toward the end zone against Florida State in Memorial Stadium on Oct. 30, 2021. 

Swinney looking for rebound performance against Seminoles

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
October 13, 2022
Clemson defensive end Xavier Thomas (3) lines up at the line of scrimmage vs. South Carolina State in Memorial Stadium on Sept. 11, 2021.

Thomas talks return from injury, ability to ‘get through anything’

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
October 13, 2022
Clemson linebacker Barrett Carter (0), linebacker Keith Maguire (30) and safety Andrew Mukuba (1) tackle an NC State player in Memorial Stadium on Oct. 1, 2002. 

Clemson rallies behind stout defense in Top-10 win over NC State

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
October 2, 2022
NC State junior safety Tanner Ingle (10) goes to tackle Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei (5) in the game on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2021 in Carter-Finley Stadium. The Wolfpack beat the Tigers in overtime 27-21. Ingle had a total of 7 tackles.

Revenge: Tigers take on Wolfpack in top-10 matchup

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
September 29, 2022
The Clemson Tigers raise their helmets prior to their 2019 game against the North Carolina Tar Heels. The Tigers nearly escaped defeat at the hands of the Tar Heels with a 21-20 win.

ESPN’s College GameDay coming to Clemson for NC State game

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
September 25, 2022
Clemson defensive end K.J. Henry had a team-high eight tackles against No. 21 Wake Forest on Sept. 24, 2022. 

Clemson takes down Wake Forest in double-overtime thriller

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
September 24, 2022
Clemson running back Will Shipley (1) takes a handoff against Louisiana tech at Memorial Stadium on Sept. 17, 2022. 

Third quarter surge propels Clemson past Louisiana tech

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
September 17, 2022
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney walks into Mercedes-Benz Stadium before the Tigers took on Georgia Tech in their 2022 season opener. 

Dabo Swinney receives multi-year extension

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
September 8, 2022
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney celebrates on stage after defeating Georgia Tech in the Chick-fil-A kickoff game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Defense and special teams lead Clemson past Georgia Tech

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
September 5, 2022
DJ Uiagalelei (5) runs behind Clemson’s offensive line against Georgia Tech in Memorial Stadium on Sept. 18, 2021.

Behind enemy bylines: Clemson vs. Georgia Tech

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
September 1, 2022
Doug Kingsmore Stadium during a night game.

Clemson officially hires new baseball head coach

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
June 14, 2022
Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney smiles during his teams game with Boston College in 2022. 

Clemson building up its 2023 class after seventh commitment

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
June 7, 2022
Clemson baseball head coach Monte Lee was fired from the program on Tuesday, May 31, 2022 after seven seasons with the Tigers.

Clemson parts ways with Monte Lee

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
May 31, 2022
Clemsons Millie Thompson (87) pitches in the circle in McWhorter Stadium against Boston University. 

Clemson falls to Oklahoma State in game one of super regionals

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
May 27, 2022
Clemson pitcher Valerie Cagle (72) prepares to pitch in the circle in the Tigers matchup with Auburn in the 2022 Clemson Regional at McWhorter Stadium.

Cagle leads Clemson past Auburn to advance to Regional final

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
May 21, 2022
Clemson third baseman Maddie Moore runs to second base during the Tigers regional matchup vs. UNC Wilmington in McWhorter Stadium on May 20, 2022.

Clemson shuts out UNC Wilmington, advances in regional play

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
May 20, 2022
Freshman quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) prepares to take a snap during Clemson’s 2022 Spring Game. 

Clemson’s biggest questions ahead of 2022 season

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
April 28, 2022
Clemson outfielder McKenzie Clark hits against Boston in the Clemson Classic Championship game on Feb. 26, 2022.

Clemson softball takes down South Carolina, wins tenth straight

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
April 12, 2022
Clemson freshman quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) looks towards the endzone during Clemsons 2022 spring game.

Clemson’s defense, Cade Klubnik shine in spring game

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
April 9, 2022
Clemson running back Will Shipley (1) prepares to stiff arm a South Carolina State defender in Memorial Stadium.

C.J. Spiller expects three-headed monster in running back room

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
April 7, 2022
Clemson wider receiver Justyn Ross breaks away after catching a pass against Boston College in the 2021 season. 

Promising freshman receiver suffers torn ACL

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
April 4, 2022
2022 Clemson football pro day results

Nolan Turner shines at Clemson’s pro day

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
March 16, 2022
D.J. Uiagalelei throws the ball at a 2020 practice.

Lighter Uiagalelei eager to bounce back in the fall

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
March 10, 2022
Doug Kingsmore Stadium during a night game.

New attendance record set at Doug Kingsmore Stadium

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
March 6, 2022
Clemson center fielder Dylan Brewer leads off of third base against South Carolina on March 6, 2022 at Doug Kingsmore Stadium.

Clemson baseball defeats South Carolina to complete series sweep

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
March 6, 2022
Valerie Cagle (72) pitches during Clemson softballs 2020 home opener at McWhorter Stadium.

Clemson softball mercies Boston in five innings

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
February 25, 2022
Clemson sophomore Caden Grice hits against the College of Charleston in 2021 at Doug Kingsmore Stadium in Clemson, S.C.

Clemson baseball looks to have best start since 2018

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
February 24, 2022
Clemson pitcher Mack Anglin (32) pitches against Louisville on April 30, 2021. 

Clemson baseball shuts out Indiana on opening day

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
February 18, 2022
Former Clemson offensive tackle Treymayne Anchrum Jr. won Super Bowl LVI on Feb. 13, 2022, giving the Tigers another Super Bowl champion.

Former Tiger wins Super Bowl LVI

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
February 13, 2022
Clemson mens basketball guard Chase Hunter (3) faces off Dukes Trevor Keels (1) in Littlejohn Coliseum on Feb. 10, 2022.

Tigers fall to No. 7 Duke in rout

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
February 10, 2022
Clemson+ will launch on Feb. 15, 2022 at midnight.

Athletics and IPTAY launch new streaming service

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
February 10, 2022
Clemson guard Chase Hunter defends Duke forward Joey Baker.

Behind enemy bylines: Clemson vs. No. 7 Duke

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
February 9, 2022
Clemson center PJ Hall (24) defends North Carolina guard Caleb Love (2) in Littlejohn Coliseum on Feb. 8, 2022.

Clemson unable to defeat North Carolina at the buzzer

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
February 8, 2022
Clemson forward Hunter Tyson (5) raises up for a shot against Presbyterian. 

Hunter Tyson suffers significant injury

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
February 3, 2022
Clemson quarterback DJ Uiagalelei warms up before playing South Carolina State in Memorial Stadium.

Clemson football, volleyball players named to All-ACC Academic Team

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
January 27, 2022
Sophomore center P.J. Hall (24) shoots a shot against Presbyterian on Nov. 9, 2021.

Clemson suffers nail-biting defeat to No. 9 Duke

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
January 25, 2022
Clemson guard Chase Hunter (3) attempts a free throw against Presbyterian on Nov. 9, 2021.

Behind enemy bylines: Clemson vs. Pittsburgh

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
January 21, 2022
Clemson defensive end Xaiver Thomas (3) celebrates against Boston College in Memorial Stadium on Oct. 2, 2021.

Xavier Thomas announces his future plans

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
January 15, 2022
Anthony Hamilton Jr. track and field

Anthony Hamilton Jr.: Clemson athlete turned into internet sensation

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
January 11, 2022
Justyn Ross (8) makes an outstanding catch against Alabama cornerback Josh Jobe (28) in the 2019 National Championship. The catch put the Tigers in scoring position and was one of the highlight plays of the game. 

Justyn Ross declares for NFL draft

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
January 6, 2022
Clemson guard Alex Hemenway is currently 2nd in the country in three-point field goal percentage. 

Clemson quietly has one of the best shooters in the country

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
January 2, 2022
The Clemson Tigers celebrate winning the 2021 Cheez-It Bowl in Orlando, Fla. 

Clemson defeats Iowa State, wins Cheez-It Bowl

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
December 29, 2021
Clemson linebacker James Skalski (47) runs down the hill against Boston College.

James Skalski out for remainder of Cheez-It Bowl with injury

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
December 29, 2021
Iowa State won the coin toss and chose to defer to the second half, giving Clemson the ball to start the game.

Analysis: Cheez-It Bowl halftime thoughts

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
December 29, 2021
Clemson cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. (23) celebrates against Florida State on Oct. 30, 2021.

Cheez-It Bowl preview: Clemson vs. Iowa State

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
December 28, 2021
In a stadium of over 70,000 people, Deshaun looks upon the roaring crowd during Clemsons shutout of Ohio State Dec. 31. The Tigers went on to face the Alabama Crimson Tide, winning 35-31.

Swinney praises quarterback commit, compares him to Deshaun Watson

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
December 15, 2021
Clemson quarterback Taisun Phommachanh carries the ball against UConn in Memorial Stadium on Nov. 13, 2021

Two key offensive contributors enter transfer portal

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
December 3, 2021
Kobe Pace (20) has helped jumpstart the Clemson offense into one of the best rushing teams in college football.

Paws up, paws down: Clemson vs. Wake Forest

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 21, 2021
ClemsonLIFE students pose for a photo with Clemson football head coach Dabo Swinney in the fall of 2021.

ClemsonLIFE and athletics’ relationship returns to normalcy

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 18, 2021
Clemson wide receiver Beaux Collins (80) scores a touchdown against UConn in Memorial Stadium on Nov. 13, 2021.

Battle for the Atlantic: Clemson vs. Wake Forest preview

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 18, 2021
Clemson junior guard Al-Amir Dawes (2) guards Presbyterian College junior guard Zeb Graham (5) during an in-bound play during the teams Nov. 9, 2021 matchup in Littlejohn Coliseum in Clemson, S.C. Dawes lead all scorers in the contest with 21 points.

Dawes leads comeback against Presbyterian in opener

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 9, 2021
Head coach Brad Brownell looks to lead his team to consecutive NCAA tournament appearances this season.

What to expect from Clemson men’s basketball

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 4, 2021
A Clemson flag flies high during a football game against South Carolina State in Memorial Stadium on Sept. 11, 2021.

NIL serving as a potential benefit and distraction

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 4, 2021
Head coach Brad Brownell and the Clemson Tigers defeated Georgia Southwestern on Nov. 1, 2021 in an exhibition game.

Hall leads Tigers past Georgia Southwestern

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
November 1, 2021
Sophomore quarterback DJ Uiagalelei warms up against Boston College on Oct. 2, 2021.

Tigers in unfamiliar territory with quarterback controversy

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
October 27, 2021
Clemson mens basketball head coach Brad Brownell stands along the sideline of Littlejohn Coliseum. 

Basketball on Bowman set for Oct. 29

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
October 21, 2021
Clemson running back Kobe Pace (20) runs the ball in Memorial Stadium against Boston College on Oct. 2, 2021.

Clemson scrapes by Boston College, wins 19-13

Justin Robertson, Sports Editor
October 3, 2021
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