Look, being a Clemson fan is a full-time job. Whether you’re waiting for the roar of Death Valley or just trying to catch a midweek tip-off at Littlejohn, the schedule is always moving. If you’re asking when do the Clemson Tigers play again, the answer usually depends on which jersey you’re wearing today.
Today is Saturday, January 17, 2026. If you're looking for immediate action, you're in luck. The men’s basketball team is literally about to take the floor.
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The Immediate Schedule: Basketball and More
Right now, the focus is squarely on the hardwood. Brad Brownell’s squad has been on a bit of a tear lately, coming off a dominant 74-50 win over Boston College. They don't have much time to celebrate, though.
Men’s Basketball vs. Miami
The Tigers are hosting the Miami Hurricanes today, January 17, at Littlejohn Coliseum. Tip-off is set for 2:15 PM EST. If you aren't sitting in the stands for Alumni Day, you can catch this one on The CW. It’s a big ACC matchup, especially with Clemson currently sitting at a solid 15-3 overall record.
But the weekend doesn't end there.
Sunday’s Triple Threat
Tomorrow, January 18, is actually busier. It’s a "stay on the couch" kind of day for fans.
- Women’s Tennis: They kick things off early at 10:00 AM against Charlotte right here in Clemson.
- Women’s Basketball: The women's team takes on Wake Forest at 12:00 PM at Littlejohn. They’re looking to bounce back after a tough road stretch, and playing at home usually helps that shooting percentage.
- Women’s Tennis (Round 2): They’re back at it at 2:30 PM against WCU.
Honestly, the overlap is wild. You could basically spend the entire daylight period watching Tigers compete if you have enough screens.
Looking Ahead: The Next Seven Days
If you're planning your work week around the Tigers, here is how the rest of January is shaping up. The travel schedule starts to get a bit more intense as we move deeper into the month.
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Tuesday, January 20
The men's basketball team stays home to face NC State. That game starts at 7:00 PM and will be broadcast on ACC Network. These midweek ACC games are usually where the tournament resumes are built or broken.
Thursday, January 22
The women’s basketball team heads to Blacksburg to play Virginia Tech. That’s always a loud environment. Tip is at 6:00 PM.
The Weekend of Jan 24-25
This is a massive travel weekend for the athletic department.
- Men’s Tennis: Traveling to Columbia to face the Gamecocks on Saturday at 11:00 AM. It’s a rivalry match; records don't matter.
- Men’s Basketball: At Georgia Tech on Saturday, 12:00 PM.
- Gymnastics: They’re heading out to California to face Stanford on Sunday at 5:00 PM.
When Does Football Start?
I know, I know. For a lot of you, "Clemson Tigers" means football. We are currently in that long, quiet stretch of the off-season. The 2025 season ended with a tough 10-22 loss to Penn State in the Pinstripe Bowl back in December, so everyone is looking toward the fall of 2026.
We don't have the full week-by-week calendar yet—the ACC usually drops that in late January—but we know the big ones.
Clemson is scheduled to open the 2026 season on Saturday, September 5, 2026, on the road against LSU. That is a massive way to start the year. Going into Death Valley (the other one) in Baton Rouge is about as high-stakes as a season opener gets.
Other confirmed dates for 2026 include:
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- October 17: Home against Charleston Southern.
- November 28: The Palmetto Bowl against South Carolina at Memorial Stadium.
We also know they’ll be playing Georgia Tech, Miami, North Carolina, and Virginia Tech at home, with road trips to Cal, Duke, Florida State, and Syracuse. But for the exact dates of those ACC games? We’re all just waiting on the conference office to hit "send" on that press release.
Baseball is Right Around the Corner
If the wait for football is too painful, baseball is the perfect bridge. Erik Bakich has the program heading in a great direction, and the 2026 season is barely a month away.
The Tigers open the season with an eight-game homestand at Doug Kingsmore Stadium. The first pitch of the season happens on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 4:00 PM against Army West Point.
They play Army all weekend (Feb 13-15), followed by Charlotte on the 17th and Bryant the following weekend. If you haven't been to a game at the Doug recently, the atmosphere is top-tier. There's nothing like a February afternoon in the South Carolina sun with a hot dog and some college baseball.
Actionable Next Steps for Fans
- Check the TV Guide: If you want to see the men play Miami today (Jan 17), make sure you have The CW or a streaming service like YouTube TV that carries it.
- Sync Your Calendar: Go to the official Clemson Tigers website and use their "Add to Calendar" feature. It’s way easier than Googling the schedule every three days.
- Watch for the ACC Football Schedule: Keep an eye out during the last week of January. That’s when the full 2026 football dates are expected to be finalized and released.
- Get Baseball Tickets: Season ticket renewals just finished up, so single-game tickets for the Army opener and the South Carolina series (starting Feb 27) will be moving fast.
The cycle never really stops in Clemson. Whether it's the 2:15 PM tip-off today or the trek to Baton Rouge in September, there's always a reason to wear orange.