Clemson is ready to face USC Upstate, with renewed enthusiasm and energy
Clemson is set to face off against USC Upstate in a crucial contest at Fluor Field in Greenville, South Carolina. The game is scheduled for 4 pm today, with the crafty LHP Tristan Smith leading the charge for Clemson, and LHP Al Holguin toeing the rubber for USC Upstate.
Historical Analysis
- Overall Performance – Clemson boasts a 6-1 lead over USC Upstate in their previous encounters (2009-22) • Neutral Ground – Clemson currently leads with a score of 1-0 (2022)
Starting Pitchers
LHP Tristan Smith (CU) vs. LHP Al Holguin (SCU)
Clemson is in a must-win situation for the season after suffering a crushing sweep by UCF at Doug Kingsmore Stadium last weekend. Despite this small setback, the Tigers have managed to maintain an impressive record of averaging 8.1 runs per game while posting a .309 batting average, a .490 slugging percentage, a .411 on-base percentage, and 26 successful steals. Moreover, their pitching staff has been commendable with a 4.00 ERA, a .272 opponents’ batting average, a 2.84 strikeout-to-walk ratio, and a .965 fielding percentage.
USC Upstate is also yet to play a neutral game this season and comes into the game averaging 8.5 runs per game, led by their fourth-year Head Coach, Mike McGuire. The Spartans managed to win just one of their three home games last weekend, but they still boast a respectable .281 batting average, a 4.38 ERA, and an impressive .957 fielding percentage. Keep an eye out for Daniel Gernon, who is batting .500 with a .607 on-base percentage, as well as Grant Sherrod, who has notched up two homers and 11 RBIs with a .455 batting average.
Clemson must secure a win in this critical game against USC Upstate to get their season back on track, and they will be counting on the pitching expertise of Freshman Tristan Smith along with the rest of team for this victory.
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