Clemson Routs No. 4 Georgia Tech to Avoid Sweep

The eighth-ranked Tigers scored 11 runs in the fifth and sixth innings to defeat the Yellow Jackets 13-7.

Mar. 14, 2026 at 10:38pm

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Clemson's offense exploded for 11 runs in the fifth and sixth innings to defeat No. 4 Georgia Tech 13-7 and avoid being swept in their weekend series. The Tigers, who had just 11 hits combined in the first two games, finished with 14 hits, including three doubles from Tryston McCladdie. Clemson starter Drew Titsworth kept the Yellow Jackets in check for three innings before Georgia Tech used the long ball to take a 5-2 lead. But the Tigers rallied with an eight-run fifth inning to take the lead and added three more runs in the sixth to secure the victory.

Why it matters

This win was crucial for Clemson to salvage one game against a top-5 opponent and avoid being swept at home. The Tigers' offense had struggled in the first two games, so this breakout performance could provide a much-needed boost of confidence heading into the rest of their ACC schedule.

The details

Clemson plated eight runs in the fifth inning, sending 11 batters to the plate and recording four hits, four walks, and two hit-by-pitches. The big blows came from Jacob Jarrell's two-run home run and Jack Crighton's RBI double to tie the game at 5-5. The Tigers then took the lead on a passed ball and added RBI singles from Ty Dalley and Tryston McCladdie's two-run double. Clemson tacked on three more runs in the sixth inning to make the final score 13-7.

  • Clemson grabbed a 2-0 lead in the bottom of the first inning.
  • Georgia Tech tied the game at 2-2 with solo home runs in the second and fifth innings.
  • The Yellow Jackets took a 5-2 lead with a three-run home run in the fifth inning.
  • Clemson's eight-run fifth inning gave them a 10-5 advantage.
  • The Tigers added three more runs in the bottom of the sixth inning.

The players

Tryston McCladdie

Clemson player who tied a school record with three doubles and drove in two runs.

Jack Crighton

Clemson player who had three hits and two RBIs in the win.

Ty Dalley

Clemson player who had three hits and three RBIs.

Jacob Jarrell

Clemson player who hit a two-run home run in the fifth inning to tie the game.

Drew Titsworth

Clemson's starting pitcher who kept Georgia Tech in check for three innings.

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What they’re saying

“Clemson took out two games of offensive frustration on No. 4 Georgia Tech in two innings on Saturday at Doug Kingsmore Stadium.”

— Will Vandervort

What’s next

Clemson hits the road for Charleston this week, where they will play the College of Charleston on Tuesday (6 p.m.) and The Citadel on Thursday (7 pm.)

The takeaway

This offensive outburst could be a turning point for Clemson, as they were able to bounce back from being run-ruled and losing the first two games of the series against a top-5 opponent. The Tigers' ability to rally and score 11 unanswered runs shows their resilience and potential to compete with the best teams in the ACC.