January 17

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January 17 in Clemson History

[edit] Events on January 17 in Clemson's History

  • 1931: Jess Neely is named new head football coach, the second consecutive Vanderbilt graduate to hold the position. Josh Cody was class of 1917, Neely, class of 1923. In fact, eight of nine Clemson head coaches between 1931 and 1998 are graduates of current SEC schools.
  • 1978: Fat Cat's Disco located on the 123 By-Pass is arsoned at 4:30 p.m. and is completely gutted. A five-gallon kerosene can is found at the site. Also, former state Senator Richard Riley makes campaign appearance on the Clemson campus one day after announcing his candidacy for governor.
  • 2007: Men's basketball team hosts North Carolina in Littlejohn Coliseum at 7 p.m., televised nationally on ESPN, losing 55-77 for second loss of season.


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