Clemson faces weather delay ahead of home game against Georgia Southern

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Clemson faces weather delay ahead of home game against Georgia Southern
Summary

Clemson football faces a weather delay for its home opener against Georgia Southern at Memorial Stadium on September 12, 2026. A lightning warning prompted officials to instruct fans to seek shelter shortly before 7 p.m. ET. The game was originally scheduled for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff, though no new start time has been determined. Thunderstorms are expected to clear the area by approximately 8:15 p.m. ET. This incident marks the second consecutive week of weather-related delays for Clemson, following an interruption during its season opener. The Tigers last played Georgia Southern in 2018.

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  • A lightning warning forced a delay before the scheduled 7:30 p.m. kickoff.
  • Thunderstorms are projected to clear the Clemson area around 8:15 p.m. ET.
  • Memorial Stadium is hosting the game between Clemson and Georgia Southern.
  • Clemson experienced a weather delay in its Week 1 game against LSU.
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Clemson football is in another weather delay, this time before the start vs Georgia Southern. Check here for all updates.

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