Clemson Heads To Mercer For First Road Clash

Clemson Heads To Mercer For First Road Clash

Game Details: Thursday, November 6, 2025, Macon, Georgia, 7 p.m.

Setting the Stage

Clemson women’s basketball (1-0) travels to Macon, Georgia, for its first road matchup of the 2025–26 season against Mercer (1-0) at Hawkins Arena. The game will be broadcast live on ESPN+ and on the Clemson Athletic Network.

The Tigers aim to start the year 2-0 for the fourth straight season and the second in a row under Coach Shawn Poppie. Mercer began its campaign with a 48-39 win at UNC Asheville on Monday and looks to maintain that momentum.

The Clemson–Mercer Series

Clemson leads the all-time series 8–2, dating back to the 1977–78 season. In their most recent meeting, the Tigers secured a 90–66 victory. Coach Shawn Poppie holds a perfect 5–0 record against Mercer.

Last Time Out

Junior guard/forward Rusne Augustinaite scored 19 points, including four three-pointers, leading all scorers as Clemson defeated USC Upstate 76–38 in its season opener on Monday. Senior guards Mia Moore (17 points) and Taylor Johnson-Matthews (12 points) also contributed double-digit performances in the win.

“We’re focused on maintaining our strong start and building consistency early in the season,” said a team representative.

Author’s Summary

Clemson seeks a strong follow-up to its opening win as it heads to Mercer, aiming to keep its early-season momentum under Coach Shawn Poppie.

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