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The Latest: Another N Carolina legislator suggests repeal

*FILE – In this Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015 file photo, Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) runs the ball as North Carolina’s M.J. Stewart (6) moves in for the tackle during the first half of the Atlantic Coast Conference championship NCAA college football game in Charlotte, N.C. NCAA President Mark Emmert says whether the Atlantic Coast Conference decides to follow the…

WATCH: Dabo Challenges Colin Kaepernick’s Protest of National Anthem

By: Chandler Mack

CLEMSON, S.C. (WOLO) — Clemson head coach Dabo Swinney gave his opinions about Colin Kaepernick’s refusal to stand for the National Anthem Tuesday Afternoon.  Although he stated that he understands why Colin Kaepernick is refusing to stand during the National Anthem, he also feels that Kaepernick’s unwillingness to stand during the National Anthem is bringing unnecessary attention to himself and…

Blossomgame Earns Preseason Acclaim

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) — Graduate forward Jaron Blossomgame earned several honors from Athlon Sports and Lindy’s in their annual preseason magazines, recently released to newsstands across the country. Blossomgame was named a preseason second-team All-American and to the All-Senior First Team, while earning the distinction of being the nation’s No. 1 “inside-out” player by Athlon. He was also tabbed the…

Former Tiger Sammy Watkins says he’s ‘definitely’ playing against Jets

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. (AP) — Bills receiver Sammy Watkins said his surgically repaired left foot feels fine, and he’s ready to play against the New York Jets on Thursday night. “I’m definitely going to be out there playing,” Watkins said Monday, putting to rest concerns he experienced a setback during a13-7 season-opening loss at Baltimore. “I got it checked out,…

Tigers’ Renfrow to Miss at Least Four Weeks

Clemson, S.C. (CAC)—Clemson starting wide receiver Hunter Renfrow will miss “a few weeks,” according to Head Coach Dabo Swinney.   Renfrow suffered a broken hand in the Tigers win over Troy on Saturday while making a 35-yard touchdown reception. Preliminary reports on Saturday indicated it was not a serious injury. “We thought Hunter was going to be fine, but the MRI…

Clemson Basketball Unveils 2016-17 ACC Schedule

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) — The full men’s basketball schedule for 2016-17 was announced Monday by the Atlantic Coast Conference. With the reopening of Littlejohn Coliseum this season, Clemson’s home slate is highlighted by games against two opponents that advanced to the 2016 Final Four, North Carolina and Syracuse. Season tickets are available by calling 1-800-CLEMSON or visiting ClemsonTigers.com. Some game…

Clemson Men’s Golf finishes third at Carpet Classic

Clemson, S.C. (CAC)—Bryson Nimmer and  Doc Redman both had final round scores of four-under-par 68 to lead Clemson to  third-place finish out of 14 teams at the Carpet Classic in Dalton, Georgia.  It was the season opening tournament for Larry Penley’s  13th ranked Tigers, who defeated four preseason top 20 teams in the performance. Virginia won the 54-hole event with…

Five Different Players Score in No. 13 Clemson’s 5-2 Win Over Nebraska Sunday

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) – Five different players scored Clemson’s five goals in its 5-2 victory over Nebraska on Sunday afternoon at Historic Riggs Field. With the win, the 13th-ranked Tigers improved to 5-2 on the season, while the Cornhuskers dropped to 6-2 with the loss. The Tigers got on the board first with a goal by sophomore Miranda Weslake just…