Clemson D-end T.J. Parker said the Tigers wanted to keep their postgame celebration on the Gamecocks' field "classy." But he said the pic they took on South Carolina's field would probably "sting" for their rival. No love lost between these two teams. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

How do you sync up a C-17 on a two-minute flight path and a helicopter floating at 2,000 feet when Senior Day ceremonies run 45 seconds too long? Flyovers aren't as easy as they seem, but it makes for a good show. And some unique photos. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

For three years, Ryan Linthicum has strolled down Tiger Walk wearing an "Ella Strong" tie. It symbolizes a bond with Bryan Bresee and his family that's still tight. "Ella is like a little sister to me ... I just want to carry her legacy on forever." www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Let me re-introduce you to former Clemson safety Denzel Johnson, now a falconer, and his red-tailed hawk Draven. They hunt in the woods, just a few miles away from Memorial Stadium. Full story here: www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Clemson coach Brad Brownell's roster-building has been supercharged by the transfer portal. What does he think about college basketball's next evolution, ex-European pros and G Leaguers? He has very mixed feelings. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

If you watched only the first half, you probably decided Clemson needs to find a QB in the portal. If you watched only the second half, you were probably intrigued by Christopher Vizzina's potential. What did Dabo Swinney think after all four quarters? www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Brandon Jacobs knows Clemson fans are excited about his son Brayden after his game at B.C. But he hopes they remember, "He’s an 18-year-old kid still trying to figure it out.” Some interesting insights from an NFL alum about his massively talented son. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Dabo Swinney won't sugarcoat it: Clemson has "stunk" at home. It's been nearly a year since the Tigers beat a P4 team in Death Valley. "We've gone from Chapel Hill to Chestnut Hill to now we're back on The Hill — and we need to keep playing well." www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Clemson forward RJ Godfrey was very candid yesterday at the ACC Tipoff about his transfer to Georgia and back. He knew from Day 1 in Athens that he wanted to be back in Clemson. He believes "rat poison" (outside voices) led him astray. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

When Tristan Smith was a sixth-grade football player, he started telling his mom he was going to buy her a house. He'd pull her out of the violent neighborhoods where they lived. Smith made it to Clemson. And his mom is the reason why. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

As the ACC moves to a nine-game conference slate, Clemson has some things to figure out. Clemson coach Dabo Swinney has made clear his stance on playing more than 10 power-conference teams each season. "I think that's stupid. I think that's a problem." www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

How did a 17-year-old H.S. football player in Illinois befriend arguably the greatest running back of all-time? Here is Clemson director of player evaluation Kevin Kelly's almost unbelievable but very true story: www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Interesting comments from Clemson coach Dabo Swinney and senior QB Cade Klubnik on revenue-sharing and the accountability/pressure that comes with it. “These aren’t lifetime contracts. It’s no different than the next level. You gotta perform.” www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Walk-on Dominic Cardone would pay Clemson extra to be on the football team. That's why it hurt when the House settlement nearly jeopardized his roster spot. And it's why he's cherishing his second chance after walk-ons were "grandfathered" into the deal. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Jayson Hopper believed he was going to become the next great walk-on receiver at Clemson. Until he quit after his redshirt freshman season. But Hopper's brief stint at Clemson helped him discover another path. He became "the fittest man on Earth." www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Here is Clemson’s plan to continue its Gathering at the Paw tradition without racking up ACC fines: www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Tom Allen has made it his missions to install a relentlessness into Clemson's defense. One of his secret weapons in that pursuit: post-practice up-downs. Here's why a simple disciplinary tactic has the Tigers flying to the football. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

What LB Jeremiah Alexander will bring Clemson on the field is TBD. But the Alabama transfer, without question, pushed the Tigers this offseason. “He’s gonna work until somebody stops him. And usually when you try and stop him, that doesn’t even work.” www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Clemson coach Brad Brownell isn't afraid to say it. In this NIL/transfer portal era, players make "business decisions." He didn't begrudge RJ Godfrey for making one when he transferred to UGA. A year later, Brownell welcomed him back with "open arms." www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Clemson Ventures CEO Michael Drake discusses the role of his revenue-generation machine in Clemson's NIL strategy. Partnerships, live events, content creation -- the ex-NBA/NFL exec thinks Clemson can create a model that's "envied" across college sports. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

ICYMI: FOIA response shows Clemson investigated gymnastics program following concerns about mistreatment of athletes. Parents allege "verbal and mental abuse." Ex-coach Amy Smith, who faced similar accusations at previous schools, was fired for cause. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

In a recruiting landscape that can feel transactional, Clemson has tabbed a relationship-builder as its roster-builder. On Lucas McKay, the ex-UNCW student manager turned GM who helps the Tigers land transfers. And makes sure mom gets her Mountain Dew. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

While there is talk of programs lightening schedules to improve CFP chances, Clemson AD Graham Neff wonders the opposite. Maybe schools want to play 10-11 P4 games instead of 9-10. And FCS opponents? "Do those become spring games? Or exhibitions?" www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Clemson needed a hero last night in its first NCAA Tournament game. A local product nicknamed "McShovern" came through. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Clemson didn't look like a top 8 team during a losing skid. Clemson has looked like one in its last handful of ACC games. The Tigers might only have an outside chance at a top-8 national seed in the NCAA tourney, but they're making things interesting. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

So this was cool. Got ahold of Olu Babalola in the U.K. to talk about his Clemson basketball to football switch in the spring of 2005. He wishes, to this day, he was able to touch Howard's Rock one time. He hopes Ian Schieffelin will "see it through." www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Unlike most contracts executed by a public university, Clemson believes its revenue-sharing agreements with athletes are not a public record. The university's rationale: The contracts contain "trade secrets." www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

2025 wasn't a great year for Clemson football and the NFL draft. 2026 could be much different. A review of the Tigers' top prospects heading into the fall (and, ultimately, next April). www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Jake Skole, a first-round MLB draft pick in 2010, was a two-sport athlete recruited by almost every ACC school in baseball and football. Clemson baseball wanted him. Dabo Swinney wouldn't offer him. On Saturday, he hit multiple homers in Death Valley. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

In a three-part series, we explore Clemson RB Phil Mafah's journey to the NFL Draft. From being recruited to the Tigers by his little league coach, to his big Ivorian family, to an emotional burden few knew he was carrying in 2024. We'll cover it all. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Clemson's Brad Brownell, the ACC's longest-tenured coach, is about to receive his second extension in as many offseasons this week. How has he survived this long? AD Graham Neff believes in him, as well as some "friends" of the program in this NIL era. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Clemson's spring practices and spring game are in the books. What did we learn? Here are some takeaways:

Cade Klubnik is a spring and summer away from his final ride as Clemson's quarterback. But he looks back at the 2022 QB recruiting class, and he's just happy to finish where he started. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Clemson's Antonio Williams, T.J. Moore, and Bryant Wesco Jr. is a fearsome trio. But the Tigers really like Tyler Brown, Tristan Smith, and Cole Turner, too. Two trios -- two "waves of terror," as Dabo Swinney puts it. www.postandcourier.com/sports/clems...

Dabo Swinney is a big Clemson basketball fan. He said before the NCAA tournament even happened that, regardless of what occurred in the postseason, this team needed to be appreciated for its achievements. That perspective comes to the forefront.

Brownell on the IU rumors: "I have a great job. I’m 100 percent focused on this team and what we got ahead of us." Says it's what is going to happen "if you're winning games." "I've never been a self-promoter. That's partially because of how much I love Clemson."

Brad Brownell on the appreciation on Clemson's squad, particularly from transfers: "They want to go to the tournament. There was high motivation – that’s one of the reasons they chose us … I want to experience that. There’s a sense of urgency from them."

Brad Brownell on the importance of Clemson's bench in the postseason, recalls last year: “PJ Hall got in foul trouble in the NCAA tournament and our bench guys came in and really helped us. And if they don’t play that way, we don’t win.”

Clemson coach Brad Brownell on this postseason: "Do we have the talent and the experience to make a deep run in the ACC tournament and the NCAA tournament? I think we do. But we have to play really well."

What I have learned from newest Clemson commit Kaden Gebhardt’s film is running a WR up the seam to his side is cruel and unusual punishment on the part of an opposing offensive coordinator.

🚨Helmet-less pancake alert 🚨 on Grant Wise’s Hudl film.

Of course Naeem Burroughs committed to Clemson. The first two plays on his Hudl highlight are a Nate Wiggins-like chase tackle and a block on a linebacker. Dabo Swinney had to love it.

Brownell: "There’s some envy people have with your team when they see a Chase Hunter who wants to stay around six years … and Ian Schieffelin, how hard he plays. "They know there's something about your school that they’d want to stay… when they could get more money elsewhere."

Brownell on Ian Schieffelin: "There’s an appreciation for someone who plays as hard as he does. The amount of coaches and fans that have come up to me to talk about it ... it’s remarkable." Says he mentioned it to PJ Hall once as a jab. "Hey, man, get a few more rebounds."

Chase Hunter on walk-on Matt Kelly's 3 to end Senior Night: "I wish y’all could see how good he is. Because he’s able to really hoop."

Ian Schieffelin on Clemson's focus going into the ACC tournament : "You can’t look past any game, you gotta give full effort, no matter who you play. That’s what we’ve done all year, and that’s why our record is what it is."

Chase Hunter on Senior Night at Clemson: "It felt surreal. It didn't hit me right now. It probably will in a couple of days when I realize I can't play here again."

FINAL: Clemson 65, Virginia Tech 47 Tigers' 15th double-digit win of the season, a program record. Their 18th ACC win of the season. Also a record. Their 26th overall victory sets a new record for regular season wins.

Loudest cheer of the night for Clemson walk-on Matt Kelly as he hits a 3-pointer on Senior Night. Clemson leads Virginia Tech, 64-47 with under 14 seconds left.

HALFTIME: Clemson 35, Virginia Tech 20 Tigers are just 1-of-10 from 3-point range, but it doesn't matter much. Emotional pregame Senior Night festivities haven't fazed Viktor Lakhin, who has 12 points and four rebounds. Jaeden Zackery with 7. Virginia Tech with 14 turnovers.