Charlie Barnes grew up a Clemson fan. One of his dreams was to one day pitch for the Tigers in what is known as college baseball’s best rivalry.
Today, he will get to live that dream. Barnes will take to the mound (7 p.m.) at Founders Park in Columbia in Game 1 of Clemson’s three-game series against No. 18 South Carolina.
“Growing up a Clemson fan, that’s what you go for. You want to beat your rival,” the sophomore said. “I can’t think of anything more exciting or fun than to get the chance to do that on the road on Friday night.