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Swinney Praises Competition, Freshman Standouts After First Fall Scrimmage
Opening statement: “All right, well, got the first preseason game down. It's about as good as we can do. It was a competitive day, really competitive on both sides. Got a lot done. This was the first time to really… we had a very controlled, probably six to nine live plays earlier in the week.
Football playoffs: Jacksonville area players to watch in postseason
The NCHSAA high school football playoff brackets were released Sunday with first-round games kicking off Friday. Can area teams make deep postseason runs? Here is a look at area players who could help lead their teams to playoff success. Carlos Abalos, Croatan: The senior has 87 tackles, 19 for loss, six sacks, and two fumble recoveries. Andrew Boucher, Croatan: The sophomore has rushed for 861 yards and 10 touchdowns on 103 carries.
Full snap counts for Clemson football through the first seven games of the 2024 season
The time is now for Dabo Swinney and No. 11 Clemson. After bludgeoning through six straight opponents, the Tigers are looking at their smallest spread since they were underdogs in Week 1 to then-No. 1 Georgia in Atlanta. On Saturday night, Louisville returns to Death Valley for what feels like Clemson's first marquee matchup in months. The Cardinals have never defeated the Tigers in eight previous meetings.
HSRZ Preview: Greer Yellow Jackets Original
Posted: Aug 21, 2024 / 12:52 AM EDT Updated: Aug 21, 2024 / 12:52 AM EDT GREER, S.C. (WSPA) – With high school football season around the corner, the Greer Yellow Jackets are previewed ahead of the 2024 season which kicks off on August 23.
Friday Practice Insider: Eason's passions turns up the heat on veterans, freshmen alike
CLEMSON – The honeymoon phase of August camp is over, and it didn’t last long. Thursday’s practice was spirited, and head coach Dabo Swinney was in the middle of everything, but things looked even more intense Friday, from Swinney to special teams coaches to position coaches. The message was clear – either move fast or get left behind. The consistent talking points of the Clemson roster have been centered on playoff readiness and sticking to the details.
Clemson football 'Big Weigh-In' results
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25 Jacksonville area running backs/wide receivers to watch in 2024 high school football season
The start of the high school football season is right around the corner as official practice kicks off July 31 and the regular season starts Aug. 23. As fans anticipate action under the Friday night lights, here is a look at 25 area running backs/wide receivers to watch out for in the 2024 season: Andrew Boucher, Croatan: The sophomore running back rushed for 353 yards and two touchdowns on 61 carries. Chase Byrd, Croatan: The senior wide receiver is expected to be a dependable pass catcher.
Jacksonville area high school top performers for April 29-30
Here are the area’s top high school performers for April 29-30. Top performers are based off the results sent in by coaches. Tuesday Baseball Chase Byrd, Croatan: The junior was 1-for-1 with two runs in a 12-0 win in five innings over White Oak. Ethan Demercurio, Croatan: The sophomore was 2-for-3 with three RBIs. Nathan Griffin, Croatan: The junior went 1-for-1 with two runs and an RBI. Nate Brooks, Jacksonville: The junior was 2-for-3 with two runs in a 9-1 victory over Northside.
Jacksonville area baseball players who have stood out so far in 2024
The area high school baseball season is entering the final stretch. Here is a look at local players who have stood out so far this season. Stats are provided by the coaches and are updated through Monday. If you don’t see players on your team included, the coach did not provide stats. Chase Byrd, Croatan: The junior is 2-1 on the mound with a 4.27 ERA and 25 strikeouts in 19 2/3 innings. Liam McFadden, Croatan: The senior is hitting .405 with 13 runs, 13 RBIs, five doubles and one home run.
Clemson Spring Game Quick Observations: Pearman leads both offenses to points
CLEMSON – Another spring game is in the books, and a long summer awaits. What did we notice on Saturday? Quite a bit. The Orange defeated the White 27-12 on a cool but sun-splashed afternoon in Death Valley. Let’s start with the quarterbacks – Christopher Vizzina had a 39-yard pass to Josh Sapp, and Cade Klubnik had a few nice throws, but that was it. Klubnik’s foot was stepped on by Tré Williams late in the fourth quarter but he remained on the sidelines for the final minutes.
Who’s playing against who? Clemson releases team rosters for Saturday’s spring game
Spring practice comes to a culminating end on Saturday afternoon, when the Clemson Tigers hold their annual spring game at Memorial Stadium. There will be an orange team and a white team. Offensive coordinator Garrett Riley will be the head coach of the orange team while defensive coordinator Wes Goodwin will be the head coach of the white team. "Let's pick a side and pack the valley," head coach Dabo Swinney said. "That's what we've been talking about.
Jacksonville area high school top performers for March 11-12
Here are the area’s top high school performers for March 11-12. Top performers are based off the results sent in by coaches. Tuesday Baseball Chase Byrd, Croatan: The junior had nine strikeouts and allowed no earned runs and three hits in a 16-1 win over Jacksonville. Nathan Michalowicz, Croatan: The senior was 3-for-4 with four runs and two RBIs. Broderyk Miller, Croatan: The senior was 2-for-3 with two runs and an RBI with two steals.
2024 Zone Reads: Big Arms, Playmakers Dominate Upstate
In this article: The Class of 2024 Prep Redzone rankings in the Upstate Zone encompass a bunch of guys across a bunch of position. There’s strength up front on both lines, there’s a bunch of guys in the defensive backfield, there are a… Subscribe for access to all premium articles and rankings. Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in The Class of 2024 Prep Redzone rankings in the Upstate Zone encompass a bunch of guys across a bunch of position.
Clemson Signs 22 in Early Signing Period
CLEMSON, S.C. — Upon the opening of the early signing period of Wednesday, 22 high school players signed National Letters of Intent to play football at Clemson. Clemson also announced the addition of one preferred walk-on. The early signing period will conclude on Friday, Dec. 22 in advance of National Signing Day on Feb. 7, 2024. Included below are notes on Clemson’s high school class as well as bios on the program’s latest additions.
Clemson adds 22 signees as early signing period opens
GREENVILLE, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - Clemson officially welcomed members of its 2024 recruiting class on Wednesday morning upon opening of the NCAA early signing period. The early signing period will conclude on Friday, Dec. 22 in advance of National Signing Day on Feb. 7, 2024. Included below are the program’s latest additions. Tavoy Feagen, CB, Tampa, Fla. - Carrollwood Day School Sammy Brown, LB, Commerce, Ga. - Jefferson High School Nolan Hauser, PK, Cornelius, N.C. - William A.
Swinney says early signing period is a blessing as recruits and families choose Clemson
CLEMSON – Head coach Dabo Swinney is a blessing as several high school prospects chose Clemson on Day 1 of the early signing period. Clemson officially welcomed members of its 2024 recruiting class on Wednesday morning upon opening of the NCAA early signing period. The early signing period will conclude on Friday, Dec. 22, in advance of National Signing Day on Feb. 7, 2024. Clemson signed 22 scholarship players and one preferred walk-on.
Will Trevor Lawrence Start Against Cleveland?
The Jacksonville Jaguars play at Cleveland Sunday afternoon and one of the biggest questions around the NFL this week has been answered. Lawrence tested his injury in warmups and the Jaguars have a decision on his playing status. The former Clemson great will start Sunday against the Browns. The Jags’ franchise quarterback and former Clemson star suffered a right high ankle sprain in Monday night’s loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.
Clemson basketball off to best start in the country
Planning a non-conference schedule in college basketball is a battle of risk and reward. Clemson took both of these concepts and have managed to take massive advantage through a challenging slate early in the year. The Tigers’ most recently took down TCU Saturday in a neutral site, good for a Quadrant 1 win. That’s the key in the NET system, something head coach Brad Brownell has talked at lengths about, and now he’s taking advantage of. Clemson now has four Quadrant 1 wins on the season.
Expectations Exceeded in Gymnastics Exhibition
CLEMSON — Friday night at Littlejohn Coliseum, the Clemson gymnastics team took the floor for an exhibition meet. Head coach Amy Smith spoke with the media after the meet to express her excitement for the first season of Clemson gymnastics. –Coach Smith was full of excitement after the exhibition meet Friday evening.
Tigers hoping to hit it big with Greer wide receiver
Clemson hit it big with a walk-on wide receiver when Hunter Renfrow made his name as a reliable target and clutch performer. Another in-state product hopes to make a similar impact at the same position after accepting a preferred walk-on offer from the Tigers. Greer (SC) 2024 wide receiver Chase Byrd announced a commitment to Clemson on Monday, receiving a preferred walk-on offer November 19th after a gameday visit for the win against North Carolina.
In-State WR Chase Byrd Grateful for Opportunity to Play at Clemson
Chase Byrd is anxious to start living out his dream. Being an in-state kid, growing up in the Upstate and attending Greer, Byrd has always been a Clemson fan. And getting an opportunity to play for the Tigers is a goal he has been working hard to attain. “I’ve always had good relationships with Clemson, being an in-state kid,” Byrd told All Clemson Tigers. “I’ve talked to the coaches, seeing my film, just always being around and seeing what I’ve done just because like I said, I’m an in-state kid.
Clemson adds PWO commitment from in-state WR
Greer WR Chase Byrd has accepted a preferred walk-on offer from Clemson. He had an offer from Maryland as well as Columbia, Limestone, Morehouse and North Greenville. As a senior Byrd recorded 43 catches from 684 yards with 11 touchdowns. As a junior he added 57 receptioms for 884 yards and 8 more touchdowns. Video as Greer WR Chase Byrd announces his commitment to play at #Clemson.
Vote: Who should be SBLive’s Upper State South Carolina Defensive Player of the Week (11/12/2023)?
We have seven athletes nominated this week for SBLive’s Upper State South Carolina Defensive Football Player of the Week from Nov. 9-10 and we ask you, the fans, to help decide who should indeed be the top athlete selected. Voting will conclude on Saturday, Nov. 18 at 11:59 p.m. and the winner will be announced in next week’s poll. Congratulation to last week’s winner: Kamajay Brackett-Brannon of Broome. Here are this week’s nominations: View the original article to see embedded media.
Upstate's top performers in second round of high school football playoffs
Here are some of the Upstate’s top performers from the second round of the South Carolina high school football playoffs. Players are listed alphabetically by school. Tucker Hendrix, Christ Church: Hendrix completed 9 of 12 passes for 270 yards and four touchdowns in a 43-21 win against McBee. Jackson Repp, Christ Church: Repp was targeted five times and had four catches for 182 yards and three touchdowns.
First Round Game Balls: Greenville, Anderson, Pickens Area
In this article: As the playoffs got started on Friday, there were a ton of top performances and a bunch of guys worthy of Prep Redzone helmet stickers. Here’s a look at players in the Greenville, Anderson, and Pickens areas who turned in… Subscribe for access to all premium articles and rankings. Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in As the playoffs got started on Friday, there were a ton of top performances and a bunch of guys worthy of Prep Redzone helmet stickers.
What We Saw: Ryan's Kick Lifts Greer To Thrilling Win
In this article: GREER | As the fourth quarter ticked away at Dooley Field Friday, it appeared a Greer program that hadn’t won a home playoff game since its run to the state finals in 2018 was headed for another disappointing early exit… Subscribe for access to all premium articles and rankings. Subscribe Already a subscriber?
Week 10 Upstate Games To Watch: Five For Titles
In this article: All over the state, a bunch of region titles have already been decided. There are uncertainties down the standings for playoff seedings, but the games at the top look like an afterthought in many places. The Upstate is a notable… Subscribe for access to all premium articles and rankings. Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in All over the state, a bunch of region titles have already been decided.
Touchstone Energy Bowl Breakdown: Upstate Offensive Selections
In this article: More than half the North All-Star roster – 25 guys – for the Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Bowl hail from the Upstate. There are difference-makers on both sides of the ball, and the Upstate will be well-represented in 76th annual game,… Subscribe for access to all premium articles and rankings. Subscribe Already a subscriber? Log in More than half the North All-Star roster – 25 guys – for the Touchstone Energy Cooperatives Bowl hail from the Upstate.
What We Saw: Greer 28, Eastside 14
In this article: GREER | Will Young Will Young 5'10" | 165 lbs | ATH Brookland-Cayce | 2024 State SC had a simple explanation for what helped his Yellow Jackets pull away from Eastside for a 28-14 win on Friday. “Our playmakers eventually… Subscribe for access to all premium articles and rankings. Subscribe Already a subscriber?
Week 7 Upstate Games To Watch
In this article: With play concentrated by tiny regions in the Upstate, each game feels magnified, and some are clearly more impactful than others on region standings down the stretch. Here’s a look at three Upstate contests that will go a long way… Subscribe for access to all premium articles and rankings. Subscribe Already a subscriber?
Greenville County's top performers in Week 5 of the high school football season
These were some of Greenville County's top high school football performers, listed in alphabetical order, from Friday night games: Ethan Anderson, J.L. Mann: Anderson passed for four touchdowns and 191 yards on only 15 attempts in a 49-0 win against Wade Hampton. Chase Byrd, Greer: Byrd caught five passes for 97 yards, including a 22-yard touchdown, in a 56-42 loss to Westside.
Prep Baseball Report > North Carolina > News
PBR of North Carolina hosted its Top Prospect Games on August 2nd at Campbell University. The event featured players from across the state in the 2024-2026 grad classes. The Top Prospect Games continues to be one of the most popular summer events on the PBR summer schedule with several college coaches in attendance taking a look at the prospects in attendance. The day started with position players taking batting practice on the field with Trackman collecting ball flight data.
Here are the top Greenville County high school football wide receivers to watch in 2023
With the high school football regular season getting close to the Aug. 18 kickoff, here's a look at the top wide receivers in Greenville County. Gavin Baker Travelers Rest | Senior Baker is a three-year starter who plays defensive back as well. Last season, he had 10 touchdowns and 519 yards on only 25 catches. Baker will team with fellow senior Drew McKibben as one of the best duos in the area.
Ten Upstate WRs To Watch In 2023
In this article: Playmakers. They’re a QB’s dream, an opposing defensive coordinator’s nightmare, and what every offense is looking for. There are no shortage of guys in the Upstate who can go and get it, or who can make something happen once it’s… Playmakers. They’re a QB’s dream, an opposing defensive coordinator’s nightmare, and what every offense is looking for. There are no shortage of guys in the Upstate who can go and get it, or who can make something happen once it’s in their hands.
Futures Market: 2025s Ready To Move Into Fall Rankings
In this article: Come September, the process we just wrapped up will hit its stride again. We’ll unveil our next set of rankings and tell you the newest faces you better know. Only, we’re not waiting around for the next season to start. … Come September, the process we just wrapped up will hit its stride again. We’ll unveil our next set of rankings and tell you the newest faces you better know. Only, we’re not waiting around for the next season to start.
Predicting Every Team's 2023 MVP: Region II-4A
In this article: With SCHSL football spread over five classifications and 38 regions, the talent pool in South Carolina is as vast as it is diverse. We’re going to tackle it unlike ever before. The Prep Red Zone South Carolina team is going… With SCHSL football spread over five classifications and 38 regions, the talent pool in South Carolina is as vast as it is diverse. We’re going to tackle it unlike ever before.
Big-Play Receivers To Watch At Palmetto Combine West
In this article: Potential New Subscribers: Take advantage of our 40% off special by using the coupon code Guerin40 at checkout. In addition to our 365-day-a-year football approach, Prep Red Zone South Carolina is the official media partner of the 2023 Palmetto Combine Series, meaning… Potential New Subscribers: Take advantage of our 40% off special by using the coupon code Guerin40 at checkout.
Jacksonville area high school top performers for March 20-21
Here are the area’s top high school performers from March 20-21. Top performers are based off the results sent in by coaches. Monday Baseball Chase Byrd, Croatan: The sophomore allowed two hits and two earned runs and struck out eight in six innings and went 1-for-4 with an RBI in a 9-2 win over East Carteret. Liam McFadden, Croatan: The junior was 2-for-3 with two doubles, three RBIs and a run Nathan Michalowicz, Croatan: The junior was 3-for-3 with a double, three RBIs and a run.
Jacksonville area high school top performers for March 17-18
Here are the area’s top high school performers from March 17-18. Top performers are based off the results sent in by coaches. Saturday Baseball Chase Byrd, Croatan: The sophomore was 2-for-3 with a double, run and RBI in a 12-5 win over First Flight. Nathan Griffin, Croatan: The sophomore was 2-for-5 with four RBIs and two runs. Friday Baseball Jonathan Padgett, Dixon: The junior was 1-for-4 with a triple, three RBIs and two runs in a 9-5 win over Havelock.
30 Jacksonville-area baseball players to watch for in 2023
The NCHSAA baseball season starts Monday and the playoffs will begin May 9. Do area teams have enough quality players to win conference championships and make deep playoff runs? Which players look to stand out the most this spring? Here is a look at area players to watch out for this season: Chase Byrd, Croatan: The sophomore was second-team all-area utility last year after he batted .349 with nine RBIs, eight runs, two doubles and one triple.
2024 Rankings: Talent Out Wide In The Upstate
In this article: There’s not much question where a lot of the 2024 talent is in the Upstate. It’s outside the hash. Five game-breaking receivers from the area currently occupy spots in the Prep Redzone rankings, and each offers a dynamic set of… There’s not much question where a lot of the 2024 talent is in the Upstate. It’s outside the hash. Five game-breaking receivers from the area currently occupy spots in the Prep Redzone rankings, and each offers a dynamic set of skills.
The Insider Report: Updates on multiple 5-stars, nation’s No. 1 LB
It’s time for this week’s edition of The Insider Report. We hope everyone had a great weekend. 5-star WR enjoys first Clemson visit, collects offer The headliner among the juniors that Clemson hosted for the Miami game this past weekend was Ryan Wingo, a five-star prospect ranked among the nation’s top receivers and top players in the 2024 class regardless of position.
Class 4A Upper State First Round Preview
In this article: The first round of the 4A Upper State Playoffs features teams who are starting to find their rhythm at the right time, like South Pointe and Greenville, while others, like Northwestern and Catawba Ridge are looking to avoid first round upsets.
2024 Rankings Update: New Additions
In total, 31 new players made the cut for the updated Class of 2024 rankings. It pumped the overall total to 123 current spots. Of course, that figure will continue to grow by at least 20 names with each rankings update. The current juniors will find more competition, both at their positions and others across the board. But for now, we’re here to break down who joined the list with the most recent update. For ease, it’s been broken down by position.
Community Film Room, Episode 20
After each rankings update, we still have scores of players we’ve yet to evaluate. Considering South Carolina has just shy of 10,000 prep football players between the SCHSL and SCISA ranks, it’s an inevitable part of the process. But even now, immediately following our latest ranking update, we’re constantly looking for talent. We want you to see what we’re looking at. In our weekly series dubbed the Community Film Room, we break down players who have yet to find their way into the rankings.
A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Recommended for all audiences. Musical Enhanced Safety Procedures Coca-Cola Stage The Brand New Coca-Cola Stage at Alliance Theatre is a state-of-the-art proscenium theater offering significant enhancements for patrons including an intimate, comfortable, and sound sensitive environment.
KHAN!!! THE MUSICAL!!! (Brent Black): 2019 Fringe review
Star Trek fans and foes alike can find far-out fun in this stellar musical romp written by Brent Black and co-conceived by Dany Roth. Parodying Star Trek II, The Wrath of Khan and Star Trek: The Next Generation it is both loving tribute and laugh out loud lampoon.
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