Clemson Women's Basketball Shocks No. 19 Georgia Tech with Upset Victory

Basketball player in white jersey with "Clemson" and number 22 shoots a layup in a stadium, under bright lights, determined expression. — Tessa Miller goes up for a shot. (Photo By: Charles Mays/Tiger View Media)

Clemson delivered a statement win on Tuesday night, snapping a four-game losing streak with a 68-61 upset over No. 19 Georgia Tech. With this victory, the Tigers improve to 12-13 overall and 5-9 in ACC play, while the Yellow Jackets drop to 20-5 on the season and 8-5 in the conference.

Clemson’s Hot Shooting Secures the Win

The Tigers shot lights out, finishing at 50% from the field and 45% from three-point range. Meanwhile, Georgia Tech struggled offensively, shooting just 34.3% overall and 23.5% from beyond the arc. Maddi Cluse and Tessa Miller led the charge for Clemson, scoring 14 and 18 points, respectively.

First Quarter: A Fast-Paced Start

Georgia Tech opened the game strong with two quick three-pointers from Chazadi Wright, taking an early 6-0 lead. However, Clemson answered with a 9-0 run, fueled by a layup and a deep ball from Cluse. The quarter saw a back-and-forth battle, with Tessa Miller and Kay Blackshear trading baskets. By the end of the first period, Clemson led 14-12, with Cluse and Miller combining for all 14 of the Tigers’ points.

Second Quarter: Clemson Builds Momentum

Clemson continued to dominate offensively as Maddi Cluse knocked down another three-pointer to push the lead to five. Georgia Tech’s stars, Kara Dunn and Loyal McQueen, finally found the scoreboard with four minutes left in the half, but Clemson remained in control. Summah Evans’ milestone 100th career three-pointer extended the Tigers’ lead to nine, and by halftime, Clemson held a 37-26 advantage.

At the break, Cluse had 14 points on 4-of-5 shooting from deep, while Miller added 12 points on 5-of-6 shooting. The Tigers' defense also stepped up, limiting Georgia Tech to just 36.7% from the field and 25% from three-point range.

Third Quarter: Maintaining the Lead

Clemson came out strong in the second half, as Loyal McQueen converted an and-one, followed by a Hannah Kohn deep ball, extending the lead to 15 points within two minutes. Both teams hit an offensive lull midway through the third quarter, but Hannah Kohn ended the drought with another three-pointer. Despite foul trouble, Tessa Miller and Raven Thompson kept the Tigers ahead by nine heading into the fourth quarter.

Fourth Quarter: Clemson Seals the Upset Victory

The Tigers continued their three-point barrage, as Hannah Kohn drained a deep three while drawing a foul, completing a rare four-point play. Though Georgia Tech fought back, cutting the lead to 10 with six minutes left, Clemson remained poised. Hannah Kohn’s final three-pointer sealed the deal, securing the 68-61 upset victory at Littlejohn Coliseum.

Key Takeaways from Clemson’s Victory

Maddi Cluse (14 points) and Tessa Miller (18 points) led the Tigers' offense.
Clemson shot an impressive 50% from the field and 45% from three.
Georgia Tech struggled, shooting just 34.3% overall and 23.5% from deep.
Hannah Kohn’s clutch three-pointers and a four-point play were pivotal in sealing the win.
Clemson’s defense shut down Georgia Tech’s top scorer, Kara Dunn, in the first half.

Looking Ahead

This win marks a significant moment for Clemson’s season, proving their potential against ranked opponents. With just a few games left in ACC play, the Tigers will look to build on this momentum and finish the season strong.

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