By Ashley Denny
CLEMSON — Graduate Student Keegan Priest, although not the most vocal person on Clemson’s young 2011 soccer team, sets an example for his younger teammates on the field in the way he plays and the effort he gives throughout a game.
By Will Vandervort
CLEMSON — Ever since its three-goal loss to Duke last Friday, the Clemson men’s soccer team has worked hard at defending its penalty box.
For much of Tuesday night against 14th-ranked Charlotte, the Tigers did just that. But two breakdowns in the final eight minutes allowed two Charlotte goals, leading to a 3-1 setback at Historic Riggs Field.
By Jaclyn DeBacco
CLEMSON – Despite the smile on his face, Clemson Head Soccer Coach Mike Noonan was hurting on the inside Tuesday night after his Clemson team suffered a 3-1 defeat to the 14th ranked Charlotte 49ers at Historic Riggs field.
“I will smile tonight,” he said, “but boy I tell ya, this one hurts. This one really hurts.”
Clemson's Nick Burton. Photo by Rex Brown.
We ask student-athletes somewhere between 10-20 questions each week to find out what they are like off the playing fields at Clemson.
What are your nicknames?
Nick, Nicky, Burton
Describe yourself in three words.
Funny, Athletic, and Outgoing
Who is your favorite sideline reporter?
None
What is your favorite song to listen to before a game?
Super Bass
By Jaclyn DeBacco
CLEMSON – When the Duke Blue Devils came into Tigertown with a 1-4 record Friday night, it appeared they were right for the taking. However, despite losing four of their starting players, Duke showed it is still a force to be reckoned with in the ACC.
Andrew Wenger scored three goals and assisted on another in leading the Blue Devils to a 5-2 victory at Historic Riggs Field.
Clemson goal keeper Cody Mizell stops this shot against South Carolina during the Tigers' 2-0 win at Historic Riggs Field. Photo by Rex Brown.
By Will Vandervort
CLEMSON — The first thing Mike Noonan plans on doing Saturday morning is getting a fresh face.
The Clemson head coach has not shaved since the start of preseason camp, a tradition he employs until his Tigers garner their first victory of the season. Thanks to goals from Ben Meyers and Amadou Dia, and four saves from goalkeeper Cody Mizell, Clemson beat archrival South Carolina 2-0 Friday night in front of a record-breaking crowd at Historic Riggs Field.
“I’m going to come over to the Clemson House, and the boys are going to take it off,” Noonan said smiling.
Clemson (1-1) was all smiles as they beat the Gamecocks for the first time since 2006 in front of 7,423 fans.
Clemson freshman soccer player Amadou Dia battles against South Carolina for possesion. Photo by Rex Brown.
By Jaclyn DeBacco
CLEMSON, SC – Though Friday night was all about celebrating its history with the dedication of I.M. Ibrahim Stadium, the men’s soccer program got a glimpse into its future during Clemson’s 2-0 victory over South Carolina.
The Tigers (1-1) defeated the Gamecocks thanks to two freshmen who were the only players to score. Clemson midfielder Ben Myers was the first to put the Tigers on the board with an unassisted goal at the 15:18 mark, which was the first goal Clemson produced against Gamecocks in 410 minutes and 25 seconds.
Clemson head soccer coach Mike Noonan. Photo by Rex Brown.
Dear Tiger Fans,
I want to thank each one for attending the Clemson-South Carolina men’s soccer match at Historic Riggs Field last Friday night as we defeated the Gamecocks, 2-0.
We set a new regular-season attendance record of 7,423 at Historic Riggs Field. It was an electric atmosphere, and I want to thank the Clemson family.
Without you, we could not have been successful. Historic Riggs Field is a special place, and you the Tiger Faithful gave us the opportunity to win.
Please come back and support us at all of our home matches–we need you there!
Last Friday, as I walked on the field and saw our fans all in Orange, it made me proud to be a Clemson Tiger!
Go Tigers!
Mike Noonan
Head Men’s Soccer Coach
