The Clemson-South Carolina rivalry divides families throughout the Palmetto state. Tigers co-offensive coordinator Tony Elliott’s is no exception.
Elliott, who played at Clemson before later joining the Tigers’ staff, has a sister and aunt who attended South Carolina. They’ve continued to cheer for the Gamecocks, even with Elliott now being in his seventh season coaching at Clemson.
“(Sunday) was my sister’s birthday and I texted her and I didn’t get a response because she’s a South Carolina grad,” Elliott joked earlier this week. “We don’t have a pro team in this state, so if you grow up in this state you’re either Clemson or South Carolina.