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Kiley Bouchard

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter

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Senior Alberto Dominguez tied for 40th place overall at last weekend's ACC Championship.

Men’s golf finishes season placing 10th at ACC championship

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter April 25, 2024

Clemson’s men’s golf finished their season at the ACC Championship at the Charlotte Golf Club this past weekend in North Carolina, placing 10th out of the 12-team league. The Tigers were unable...

Keever played in his best rounds since October in Charlottesville, Virginia, on Monday and Tuesday.

Men’s golf finishes eighth in final regular season tournament

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter April 11, 2024

The Clemson men’s golf program traveled to Charlottesville, Virginia, for the team’s final regular season tournament, finishing eighth in the Lewis Chitengwa Memorial at the University of Virginia’s...

RHP Reagan Spencer had "one of the best outings of her career" against North Carolina on Friday, according to head coach John Rittman.

‘Pitched her heart out’: Rittman on Regan Spencer’s win over North Carolina

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter March 16, 2024

Led by pitcher Regan Spencer, the No. 11 Clemson softball team shut out North Carolina 5-0 at McWhorter Stadium on Friday night. Spencer, a senior, pitched 7.0 innings to secure the win in the first...

Lead hitter McKenzie Clark remained a dominant force at the plate for Clemson against Fordham, as the senior tallied four RBIs on the day thanks to her two home runs and two runs scored.

Clemson shuts out Fordham, goes 4-1 in Tiger Invitational

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter March 11, 2024

The No. 11 Clemson softball team defeated Fordham 12-0 on Sunday at McWhorter Stadium in the Tiger Invitational finale. The Tigers (17-6, 2-1 ACC) hosted the annual invitational, which began on Thursday...

Cycle party features plenty of bikes for you and a friend to enjoy a group workout complete with weights, bands and music-controlled lights.

Best Workout Class: Cycle Party

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter March 7, 2024

Have you been searching for a group workout sweat session? Look no further than Campus Recreation’s Cycle Party, a 45-minute spin class that incorporates traditional cardio cycle, arm exercises and amped-up...

Clemson outfielder Will Taylor hits a home run against South Carolina in Doug Kingsmore Stadium on March 3, 2024.

Clemson wins rivalry series with 1-run victory over Gamecocks

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter March 3, 2024
The Clemson baseball team handed South Carolina back-to-back losses to win the rivalry series.
Jonathan Nielsen and head coach Jordan Byrd.

How a focus on camaraderie is turning Clemson’s golf program around

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 22, 2024

Clemson’s men’s golf headed to Shark’s Tooth Golf Club in Panama City Beach, Florida, this week after winning its first tournament of the season in Charleston, South Carolina. It was the Tigers’...

Clemson shortstop Alia Logoleo celebrates during the Tigers' 15-2 win over Northwestern at McWhorter Stadium on Feb. 17, 2023. 

Clemson goes 4-1 in NFCA Leadoff Classic

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 12, 2024

This past weekend, Clemson softball kicked off its season, going 4-1 in the NFCA Leadoff Classic collegiate tournament in Clearwater, Florida. The Tigers took wins against Missouri State, Indiana, Liberty...

The Clemson women's golf opened their spring 2024 season 1-2 in match play

Women’s golf falls in match play tournament

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 10, 2024

On a weather-altered weekend, the Clemson women's golf opened its spring 2024 season 1-2 in match play at the Therese Hession Regional at the Palos Verde Golf Club in California. The three-round tournament...

Andrew Swanson tied for second overall in the tournament, helping Clemson win as a team.

Clemson men’s golf takes first place in spring opener

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 8, 2024

Clemson’s men’s golf program earned its first win of the season at Briar's Creek in John’s Island, South Carolina, on Monday and Tuesday. Collectively, the team shot 575 (-1) for the two rounds...

Clemson outfielder McKenzie Clark races to catch a ball in the Orange vs. Purple scrimmage this past weekend. Clark will be an essential component of the Tigers' success this season.

Softball looks to dominate in 2024 season

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 8, 2024

Clemson softball is set to commence its fifth season with high expectations and a hard-hitting starting lineup. The program landed the No. 7 slot in preseason polls for D1Softball and ESPN/USA Softball...

The Clemson women's golf team is ready to kick off its season, hoping to bring home another ACC Championship.

Clemson women’s golf to kick off season in California

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 3, 2024
The Clemson women's golf team will look to defend its ACC title from last season.
Keever, who has lived in the Upstate his entire life, is eager to prove his talent in the spring season.

‘I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else’: Calahan Keever reflects on golf career

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter January 25, 2024

For Greenville native Calahan Keever, playing golf at Clemson was a lifelong dream come true. As he is set to embark on his final season, the senior looked back on his career in an interview with The Tiger. Keever...

Clemson's Rebecca Wells on the beam during Clemson's Gymnastics 101 practice in Littlejohn Coliseum.

Gymnastics team set to kick off inaugural season

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter January 10, 2024

The Clemson women’s gymnastics team will compete in its first-ever competition season at Littlejohn Coliseum when the Tigers host William & Mary on Friday. Led by head coach Amy Smith, the program’s...

Clemson’s club wrestling team is open to anyone interested in practice or competition.

Club sport spotlight: Club wrestling

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter November 30, 2023

While Clemson may not have an official wrestling team, those interested can join the club program. Operating as any other sport, wrestling hosts practice throughout the week in preparation to compete...

Clemson and South Carolina players fight in 2004 during the annual rivalry game.

A look back at the infamous 2004 Clemson vs. South Carolina game

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter November 23, 2023

Almost two decades ago, when Dabo Swinney was merely a coaching assistant, a blood feud between Clemson and South Carolina in their annual rivalry game came down to a physical altercation that went far...

Wiffle ball club is a great social activity on Clemson's campus, providing an opportunity to get active and meet new people.

Clemson’s wiffle ball club providing social opportunity for over 300 students

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter November 14, 2023

If you’re looking for an active way to get involved with an athletic community, Clemson’s wiffle ball club provides a great opportunity. The coed club sport has over 300 active student members....

Seven Clemson Tigers will compete in the indoor national track and field championships on March 10 and 11. 

Track and field schedule set for indoor season

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter November 14, 2023

In just a few short weeks, Clemson track and field will be back in action for its winter indoor season beginning on Dec. 8. Clemson is set to host four home meets and will travel to Virginia Tech and...

Clemson is now bowl-eligible after Saturday's 42-21 win against Georgia  Tech.

Paws up, paws down: Clemson handles Georgia Tech with ease

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter November 13, 2023

Clemson defeated Georgia Tech by a score of 42-21 at home on Saturday, pushing the Tigers to 6-4 on the season. Below are some key takeaways from the game: Paws up: Defense smothers Yellow Jackets Until...

Andrew Swanson finished first at the Ka’anapali Classic in a field of 123 golfers.

Golf’s Swanson reflects on fall season ahead of Ka’anapali Classic

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter October 26, 2023

The Clemson men’s golf team will compete in its fourth and final tournament of the fall season this weekend at the Ka’anapali Classic in Maui, Hawaii. The program has experienced some growing pains...

Clemson cheerleader Izzy Hageman walks through Tiger Walk ahead of a Clemson home game.

Why Clemson cheer feels overlooked by community and Athletics

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter October 5, 2023

The Clemson cheerleading program has been a staple of game days for decades. However, some cheerleaders feel that they are often overlooked and viewed in a different light than other athletes on campus. Clemson’s...

The varsity eights A boat took home first in the finals in their season opener at the Head of the Oklahoma.

Clemson rowing places first in season opener

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter October 3, 2023

The Clemson women’s rowing team started the season off strong with a first-place finish in the varsity eights division at the Head of the Oklahoma this past Saturday. In the 8-plus division, two boats,...

Senior defender Makenna Morris greets her teammates before hitting the pitch against Florida State. Morris, although not prevalent on the stat sheet, is a crucial piece of keeping the Tigers in the game.

No. 8 Clemson shuts out Miami on road trip

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter September 23, 2023

No. 8 Clemson shuts out Miami on road trip The No. 8 women’s soccer team traveled to Coral Gables, Florida, where they shut out the Miami Hurricanes 5-0 on Thursday. Goalkeeper Halle Mackiewicz...

Former Clemson defensive tackle Christian Wilkins (42) takes on Florida State in 2018. 

The history of Clemson’s rivalry against Florida State

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter September 21, 2023

When Clemson hosts No. 4 Florida State this weekend, history will be made in this do-or-die matchup for the Tigers. The two ACC teams first played one another on Nov. 7, 1970. Hosted in Tallahassee,...

The women's golf team is already off to a stellar start this season, placing third at the Cougar Classic.

Grewal places first, Clemson third overall in women’s golf season opener

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter September 15, 2023

Savannah Grewal’s first-place finish helped lead the Clemson women’s golf team to third place in the Cougar Classic to kick off the program’s 11th season this week. The reigning ACC champions...

Clemson wide receiver Antonio Williams recorded five receptions for 64 yards and two touchdowns in the Tigers' 66-17 win over Charleston Southern in Memorial Stadium on Sept. 9, 2023.

Clemson responds in 2nd half, blows out Charleston Southern

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter September 10, 2023

Despite a mistake-filled first half, Clemson dominated Charleston Southern in a 66-17 victory at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. In what was ultimately a rout, the game began with multiple critical mistakes...

Nielsen is confident in not only his own, but the entire golf team's ability to compete at the highest level this season.

Men’s golf star Jonathan Nielsen touches on ‘ambitious’ season ahead

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter September 7, 2023

Clemson golf’s Jonathan Nielsen plays in his first 2023 season match this weekend. With head coach Jordan Byrd and his teammates rallying behind him, the Copenhagen, Denmark, native is ready to make...

Clemson first baseman and pitcher Caden Grice sends the ball flying in Clemson's home opener victory over Binghamton on February 17.

Major Clemson sports updates you might’ve missed over break

Kiley Bouchard August 23, 2023

As students return to Clemson, here are some sports stories that might have flown under the radar over the summer: Women’s basketball lands 5-star recruit  Five-star recruit Imari Berry verbally committed...

Swanson hits a long drive in a past tournament. 

Clemson’s top golfer speaks on preparation for championship season

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter April 27, 2023

After tying for 14th at the Men’s Golf ACC Championship this past weekend, Clemson’s lead golfer Andrew Swanson has confidence in his game, knowing his season isn’t over yet.  Swanson’s...

Clemson third baseman Blake Wright runs to first against UCF at Doug Kingsmore Stadium on Feb. 24, 2023.

Clemson takes series over Notre Dame

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter April 16, 2023

In a back-and-forth battle, Clemson baseball beat Notre Dame 6-4 for the rubber match win on Sunday afternoon at Doug Kingsmore Stadium.  Throughout the game, Clemson (22-15, 6-9 ACC) relied heavily...

Greensboro, NC – Apr 16: NCAA Women's Golf - ACC Women’s Golf Championship - Matchplay Final - Clemson vs Virginia at Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, NC on April 16, 2023. 

Clemson women’s golf clinches first ACC title in program history

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter April 16, 2023

The Clemson women's golf team won 3-1-1 in its match against Virginia to clinch the program’s first ACC Championship title in Greensboro, North Carolina, on Sunday.After defeating Duke by the same...

The multi-talented lefty pitcher and first baseman Caden Grice (31) lines up at the plate against Binghamton in the Tigers' series sweep over the Bearcats in February, 2023.

Grice secures series win against Seminoles

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter April 8, 2023

Clemson baseball’s Caden Grice delivered on both sides of the ball for the Tigers in the series finale against Florida State to help the Tigers win 6-2 in Tallahassee, Florida, on Saturday, April...

Clemson's club cheer team made history in Daytona, Florida last weekend.

Clemson club cheer makes history at NCA College Nationals

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter April 8, 2023

Clemson’s club cheer program competed in the college cheer nationals this past weekend in Daytona, Florida, earning the highest score the club has ever received in program history.The program's advanced...

Junior Annabelle Pancake won her first ACC honor this week, earning ACC's Co-Women's Golfer of the Month.

Pancake named ACC golfer of the month

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter April 7, 2023

Annabelle Pancake of Clemson’s women's golf team was named ACC co-women’s golfer of the month this week. Pancake has had a standout season this year with the Tigers, especially after five consecutive...

Clemson club gymnastics put on an impressive show at Nationals this weekend, taking home fourth as a team and first all-around. 

Club gymnastics takes fourth as team, first all-around at Nationals

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter April 6, 2023

MEMPHIS, TN, APRIL 2 — Clemson’s club gymnastics team finished fourth overall at the NAIGC championship this past weekend, with Tiger Jenna Grossmann taking first overall in all-around.  The...

Clemson pitcher Valerie Cagle on the mound against South Carolina in March.

The ideal lineup: Look out for softball’s pitching room

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter April 6, 2023

Clemson softball (36-1, 12-0 ACC) is currently at the peak of conference play. With a team ERA of .70 in 229 innings pitched, the Tigers in the circle are among the best arsenals in the country.   Led...

Clemson pitcher/utility player Valerie Cagle (72) takes an at-bat against South Carolina on March 28, 2023 at McWhorter Stadium.

Cagle, Clemson shut out South Carolina in rivalry game

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter March 28, 2023

No. 5 Clemson (33-1, 9-0 ACC) dominated South Carolina (24-8, 1-5 SEC) Tuesday night in a 10-0 win at home in McWhorter Stadium. An all-around team performance and a dominant outing from starting pitcher...

The Clemson men's golf team placed last in the 2023 Wake Forest Invitational. 

Men’s golf places last in Wake Forest Invitational at Pinehurst

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter March 16, 2023

The Clemson men's golf team placed 12th after shooting 48-over-par in the Wake Forest Invitational (par-70 course) last Monday and Tuesday in Pinehurst, North Carolina.The 12-team pool consisted of fellow...

Clemson’s Jenna Moore (14) celebrates with teammates in Jervey Grym during amatch.

Jenna Moore reflects on her Clemson volleyball career

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter March 9, 2023

Jenna Moore first stepped onto the volleyball court in middle school, but since then, the sport has taken her through ups and downs that she will cherish forever. Clemson recruited Moore in her senior...

Clemson softball infielder Alia Logoleo fields a groundball against Syracuse at McWhorter Stadium on March 5, 2023. 

Softball sweeps Syracuse in first ACC series of season

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter March 6, 2023

Clemson softball defeated Syracuse 1-0 in another shutout at McWhorter Stadium on Sunday, sweeping its first ACC matchup of the season. The win came after Saturday’s doubleheader, where D1 Softball’s...

Clemson catcher Cooper Ingle (12) swings at the plate against South Carolina at Doug Kingsmore Stadium on March 3, 2023.

Clemson falls to South Carolina in second game of series

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter March 4, 2023

GREENVILLE, S.C. — Clemson baseball fell to No. 23 South Carolina 11-9 in game two of the rivalry series on Saturday afternoon at Fluor Field. Considered by many to be one of the hottest rivalries...

Clemson's men's golf team celebrates.

Clemson golf comes up short in Watersound Invitational

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 28, 2023

The Clemson’s men’s golf team placed ninth in the Watersound Invitational at Shark’s Tooth Golf Course last week to begin its spring season, ending the tournament 11-over-par with a team...

Clemson shortstop Benjamin Blackwell slides into second base against UCF at Doug Kingsmore Stadium on Feb. 24, 2023.

Tigers gets swept by UCF in weekend series

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 27, 2023

In game three of the weekend series against UCF, Clemson baseball fell 13-6 to the Knights at Doug Kingsmore Stadium on Sunday.  Another back-and-forth slugging battle left the Tigers (4-3) with their...

House of Alpha Gamma Rho on Calhoun Street
Provided by AGR

Best Fraternity: Alpha Gamma Rho

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 23, 2023

Look no further than the Beta Zeta Chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho for the best fraternity in Greek life on Clemson’s campus. Founded in 1904, AGR joined Clemson in 1974 as the only chapter in South...

Clemson shortstop Alia Logoleo celebrates during the Tigers' 15-2 win over Northwestern at McWhorter Stadium on Feb. 17, 2023. 

Clemson dominates Northwestern with ‘contagious’ plate performance

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 17, 2023

Clemson began its home opening weekend with a five inning 15-2 win against Northwestern to kick off the ACC/Big 10 Challenge at McWhorter Stadium on Friday. Leading off the Tigers’ hitting,...

Clemson first baseman/outfielder Caden Grice and the Tigers will open their 2023 season on Friday, Feb. 17, 2023, when they take on Binghamton at Doug Kingsmore Stadium. 

‘The Clemson standard is Omaha’: Grice optimistic on Tigers’ season outlook

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 16, 2023

With opening day set for Friday, Clemson baseball’s first baseman/outfielder Caden Grice is confident in the Tigers' odds to win it all in 2023.But first, Grice and the Tigers will need to sharpen...

Clemson RHP/UTL Valerie Cagle (72) rounds first base against Louisiana on May 22, 2022 at McWhorter Stadium.

Clemson sweeps FIU tournament for a 5-0 opening weekend

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 14, 2023

Clemson softball started its season off strong, winning all five games at the Florida International tournament this past weekend and shattering the program record in hits in the process. Clemson started...

Softball celebrates after a grand slam last season against Akron.

Clemson returns to diamond, ‘hungry’ to live up to high expectations

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 9, 2023

Ranked No. 10 in ESPN’s preseason poll, Clemson softball is set for its first matchup this weekend, and fans can expect another standout season from the program.Finishing last year 42-17 (14-10 ACC),...

Clemson infielder Maddie Moore celebrates in the Tigers' dugout during their matchup with Boston in 2022.

Moore details journey to Clemson, overcoming adversity

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter February 9, 2023

California-born and raised sophomore Maddie Moore took the 2,621-mile leap after she earned a spot on Clemson’s softball roster. The cross-country move is no easy feat, nor is joining one of the...

Clemson defensive end K.J. Henry celebrates during the Tigers' game against Miami in Memorial Stadium on Nov. 19, 2022.

What sport updates you missed over break

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter January 11, 2023

Winter break may have sent most students home for the holidays, but the world of Clemson sports never stops turning. Here's what you may have missed over the last month in athletic news:Football loses...

Clemson volleyball will make its first postseason appearance since 2018 on Saturday, Dec. 2, 2022. 

Volleyball to compete in first postseason match since 2018

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter December 1, 2022

Despite Clemson volleyball finishing its regular season on Nov. 25 with a 4-14 ACC record, the team has moved on to compete in the women’s National Invitational Volleyball Championship on Saturday,...

Former Clemson running back Lyn-J Dixon (23) carries the ball against the Gamecocks in Memorial Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina on Nov. 24, 2018.

The Palmetto Bowl: The history of the rivalry between Clemson and South Carolina

Kiley Bouchard, Senior Reporter November 25, 2022

Clemson will host South Carolina in the annual Palmetto Bowl this Saturday at Memorial Stadium as the Tigers look to prolong their win streak in the 126-year-long rivalry.  Founded in 1889 and 1801,...

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