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Clemson Faces Another Off-field Blow

May 16, 2012
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Clemson Faces Another Off-field Blow

First, it was star receiver Sammy Watkins who was arrested for possession of marijuana.  Now, Clemson’s top running back prospect, Mike Bellamy, is no longer a Tiger as he has been ruled academically ineligible.  The speedster announced that he will be transferring this summer with aspirations of playing football for a junior college. Last season, Bellamy came to Clemson with great expectations, but his tenure was anything but smooth.  As a true freshman, Bellamy turned heads with his lightening...

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He’s Back!

July 21, 2010
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He’s Back!

The wait is over! Clemson’s Kyle Parker announced today that he will be returning to the football team this fall, ending speculation of whether the QB would leave school for the Colorado Rockies (Parker was drafted in the 1st round by the Colorado Rockies last month). Parker and the Rockies have been in a bidding war over contract details and both sides reached a stalemate which influenced Parker’s decision. This is fantastic news for the Clemson community as it...

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Rockies court Kyle Parker

July 1, 2010
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Rockies court Kyle Parker

Two sport athlete Kyle Parker is scheduled to visit the Colorado Rockies this weekend to layout his future plans. As it stands, Parker has two options: return to Clemson to play football with the Tigers or sign on the dotted line and go pro in baseball. Last year Clemson went 9-5 and beat Kentucky in the Music City Bowl. During that year, Parker had an impressive run passing for 2,526 yards, the fifth highest total for a freshman in...

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To be (a football star), or not to be, that is the question

February 27, 2010
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To be (a football star), or not to be, that is the question

Clemson fans should be a bit concerned heading into spring practice regarding who will take snaps under center. QB Kyle Parker, who led the Tigers to their first ACC title game, may have thrown his last TD pass. Parker is now focusing on baseball as he is a standout outfielder on a team who is ranked as high as #15 in some preseason polls. Currently, Parker is in his third season with the school’s baseball team. Some speculate he...

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Kyle Parker Gets The Green Light

August 18, 2009
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Kyle Parker Gets The Green Light

Clemson announced today that redshirt freshman Kyle Parker will start at quarterback for the Tigers. Parker competed with Wille Korn for the starting job during the spring in a tight race that left many fans unsure of who would get the nod. Korn, who was highly touted coming out of high school, has the most experience out of the two but Parker had an impressive spring game that seemed to sway the coaching staff’s decision heading into the fall. Parker...

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Myrtle Girdle

August 12, 2009
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Myrtle Girdle

The almighty NCAA cracked down on Clemson University last week, claiming that Clemson violated rules. Charges of “improper attire” were thrown against the  Tigers, and head coach Dabo Swinney agreed to cancel two practices as a punishment. Today, we at The Matador learned what the great transgression was that forced the NCAA to crack down on the Tigers. Girdles. Yes, girdles. For those unfamiliar with the term, Webster’s dictionary offers a definition: “something that encircles or confines: as a : an article of...

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“Buster” out with Epilepsy

July 27, 2009
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“Buster” out with Epilepsy

Stanley Hunter (#17) pressuring Russell Wilson Clemson LB Stanley “Buster” Hunter (So., 5’11, 225 lbs) has decided to hang-up his helmet due to his on-going battle with epilepsy. The medication is not doing what it is supposed to do, and the seizures provide too great of a risk for Hunter to continue his football career. Coach Dabo Swinney has been “concerned” about Hunter’s battle and already limited him in spring and summer workouts. Hunter was a top LB prospect from Spartenburg, South...

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