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Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik (2) prepares to pass in the Tigers' loss to South Carolina at Memorial Stadium on Nov. 30.

Paws up, paws down: Clemson falls short to South Carolina

Olivia Redix, Senior Reporter December 3, 2024

The Clemson Tigers lost a close game to South Carolina 17-14 at Memorial Stadium. Here are some key takeaways from the game: Paws up: Pass yards Clemson (9-3, 7-1 ACC) did not rely on the run game...

Quarterback Cade Klubnik had one of his best performances of the year against South Carolina, but the team could not follow through to the end.

South Carolina stuns Clemson in last-minute heartbreaker

Grace O'Donnell, Senior Reporter December 1, 2024

In a last-minute heartbreaker, the No. 12 Clemson Tigers fell to No. 15 South Carolina, 17-14. The Tigers led for the majority of the game, but a Gamecock touchdown with one minute left on the clock sealed...

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...

The 2023 16-7 win over the Gamecocks furthered the rivalry between the two schools.

Kinder: Could a South Carolina win be a good thing?

Jack Kinder, Contributor November 25, 2024

When Clemson students opened their phones, I know many felt shock, disappointment or maybe even anger. Clemson vs. South Carolina being a noon game dissatisfied many people I spoke to. Clemson students...

Fans young and old come to cheer on the Tigers on game day.

Clemson game day culture: A love letter to the Clemson community

Mercedes Dubberly, Associate Editor November 25, 2024

When I think of game day at Clemson, the first thing that comes to mind is an array of vivid orange and purple tents spread across the many lawns on campus. As I close my eyes and transport myself there,...

Both Clemson's and South Carolina's campuses see students from across the country enroll in their respective schools each year.

Where do the roots run?: A breakdown of where students call home

Emersyn Koke, Senior Reporter November 25, 2024

In the midst of rivalry week, Clemson fans near and far band together in support of the orange paw, resenting anything that bleeds garnet. Students forget any and all ties to their home state and claim...

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...

Somewhere in the orange-infested crowd of Memorial Stadium each game day, there is an undercover South Carolina Gamecocks fan.

Hiding in plain sight: Clemson student speaks out as undercover Gamecock fan

Ethan Silipo, Senior Reporter November 25, 2024

In the wake of their annual matchup, Clemson University and the University of South Carolina terrorize each other in a surprisingly similar fashion: burning the other team's mascot. With their respective...

The orange britches that the Clemson football team wear go back to former head coach Danny Ford in 1980, who tried using them as motivation for the team.

The birth of the orange britches

Eli Kernaghan, Contributor November 25, 2024

When the Tigers make their way into Death Valley on Nov. 30, they will be sporting their famous “orange britches,” indicating a championship is at stake. These prized and beloved uniform items aren't...

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...

Antonio Williams made a 31-yard touchdown catch in the first quarter of Saturday's game against the NC State Wolfpack.

Paws up, paws down: Clemson’s home win over NC State Wolfpack

Emersyn Koke, Senior Reporter September 22, 2024

The Clemson Tigers defeated the NC State Wolfpack in Death Valley on Saturday with a convincing 59-35 victory. Here are a few key takeaways from the matchup: Paws up: Powerful first quarter Both...

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