Clemson receiver Rodriguez wins Armed Forces merit award
Clemson senior Daniel Rodriguez a Bronze Star Medal recipient and Army veteran received the Armed Forces Merit Award from the Football Writers Association of America for his military background and impact on college football. He served 2006 to 2010, fought at Kamdesh in 2009, earned the Purple Heart, and has played 35 straight games for the 18th-ranked Tigers.
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West resigns as South Aiken football coach leaving vacancy
Jeremy West stepped down after five seasons with no playoff appearances and a 9-46 record at South Aiken High School. Principal Jill Jett and athletic director Bob Polewski will seek a replacement who can coach, teach, and serve as a classroom and community role model.
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Pacers fall in PBC tournament to Flagler in home match
USC Aiken Volleyball ends 21-8 season at Convocation Center with a 3-1 defeat to Flagler in the Peach Belt Conference quarterfinals. Ashley Diedrich led with 19 kills and 10 digs, while Monica Cardona posted 23 digs.
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Spurrier eyes final shot as South Carolina visits Florida
South Carolina plagues of SEC failures loom as Spurrier seeks to end a four game conference losing streak. The 4-5 Gamecocks travel to Florida, where Spurrier played and coached, aiming to regain momentum after a rough season and a rare win at The Swamp.
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Oregon and TCU move up in playoff rankings
No. 2 Oregon rises to second behind Mississippi State after a win at Utah, with three top 25 wins. TCU slips to fourth as Baylor climbs. Alabama and Arizona State hold and edge Baylor for potential playoff spots. Ohio State rises to eighth. Auburn falls to ninth after a loss.
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