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The real story on how ‘The most exciting 25 seconds in college football’ began

Football is a way of life in Clemson, S.C.

Clemson has played America’s favorite sport for all but three years since it opened its doors in 1893. Through the years, Clemson traditionally has been one of college football’s most consistent teams with three national championships, 24 conference titles and 44 bowl appearances.

The stories, legendary coaches and traditions at Clemson make up some the of the best in the sport.

No tradition or story is better at Clemson than the tradition of Howard’s Rock, especially with how it started.

When Memorial Stadium opened its doors in 1942, the football team’s dressing room was located at old Fike Fieldhouse, down the street on Williamson Road on the east side of the stadium.