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Watson Impressive in Clemson’s Saturday Scrimmage

Clemson, S.C. (CAC) — All-American quarterback Deshaun Watson threw for two touchdown passes and 115 yards in limited action, and running back Adam Choice had a pair of 65-yard runs and three touchdowns to highlight the near 100-play Clemson football scrimmage on Saturday morning at Memorial Stadium.  It was the second of three scrimmages for Dabo Swinney’s Tigers during the…

Former Tiger Patricia Mamona Advances to Triple Jump Final at Olympics

Courtesy: IAAF CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) — Former Clemson great Patricia Mamona advanced to the women’s triple jump final on Saturday at the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Mamona, who missed qualifying for the final by just one spot at the 2012 Olympics in London, placed ninth overall with a leap of 14.18 meters (46-6.25). The final is set for…

Former Tigers Alexander, Kearse Record Interceptions in Vikings Debut

CINCINNATI (AP) — Andy Dalton was sharp in his return, leading the Cincinnati Bengals into field-goal range on his only drive during the Minnesota Vikings’ 17-16 preseason victory Friday night. Dalton’s season ended at Paul Brown Stadium last Dec. 13 when he broke the thumb on his passing hand while making a tackle during an interception return. On Friday night,…

Three Tigers Begin Play in US Amateur on Monday

Clemson, S.C. (CAC) — Clemson golfers, past, present and future all will begin play Monday in the 2016 United States Amateur at Oakland Hills Country Club in Bloomfield, Michigan.  The tournament will be held August 15-21. Three-hundred and twelve amateurs will begin play on the North and South courses at the Oakland Hills Country Club on Monday.  The 312 players…

Tigers Hold First Preseason Scrimmage

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) — Clemson held its ninth practice of the preseason, but its first stadium scrimmage on Wednesday morning.  Dabo Swinney worked his team for two hours in Memorial Stadium and most of the work was done in the form of a situational scrimmage.   Swinney spotted the ball at different places on the field with varying downs and distances. …

Clemson Announces New Security Measures

CLEMSON, S.C. (CAC) — In an effort to provide a safer environment for the public and significantly expedite fan entry into Memorial Stadium, Clemson Athletics has announced new security measures for the 2016 football season including adoption of a Clear Bag Policy.   Working in conjunction with Clemson University Police, the Department of Homeland Security and law enforcement officials around…