Clemson adds All-Freshman catcher Bennett Edwards from Georgia Southern
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Clemson baseball announced the addition of Bennett Edwards from Georgia Southern on June 1, 2026. Edwards, a catcher and outfielder, earned Sun Belt All-Freshman honors this past season after batting.287 with 50 hits, three home runs, and 31 runs scored. He joins Clemson amid a challenging period in the transfer portal. Edwards expresses gratitude for the opportunity, highlighting his strong performance and readiness to contribute to the Tigers' program.
- •Bennett Edwards announced his commitment via social media.
- •He played 49 games for Georgia Southern, starting 44 of them.
- •Edwards finished with 16 RBIs and nine stolen bases in 2026.
- •He enjoyed a seven-game multi-hit streak during his freshman season.
- •Clemson continues to enhance its roster through the transfer portal.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Clemson takes departure break, land All-Freshman Georgia Southern standout
"Clemson has been losing talent left and right in the transfer portal, but picked up a much needed win today with this Georgia Southern standout.
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