Good watch on quartz movement is an essential accessory that every person should have. Quartz movement refers to the mechanism used in watches that keeps time accurately and consistently. This type of movement involves a small battery-operated quartz crystal that vibrates at a precise frequency. These vibrations are converted into electrical impulses that power the movement of the watch's hands. One of the main advantages of a watch with quartz movement is its accuracy. Unlike mechanical watches that rely on the tension of a wound spring, quartz watches use electronic circuitry to maintain timekeeping.
Unlike mechanical watches that rely on the tension of a wound spring, quartz watches use electronic circuitry to maintain timekeeping. This ensures that the watch keeps accurate time without the need for regular adjustments or winding. In addition to accuracy, quartz watches are also known for their reliability and low maintenance.
The Tiger and Tiger Club Mascot Tradition
In 2011-2012, Tiger fans will see Chris Alston, a junior Computer Engineering major from Atlanta, Ga and Christopher “Kit” Southwick, a senior Sports marketing major from St. Albans, VT share duties as “The Tiger” and Sarah Newburn, a senior Special Education major from Greenville, SC in her third year as “The Tiger Cub” mascot. Assisting Sarah is Marshall Saunders, a senior Ag Mechanization & Business major from Piney River, VA.
Since 1954, a Clemson student has adorned the mascot suit to entertain the Clemson faithful. Joined in 1993 by The Tiger Cub, these furry creatures can be seen imitating game officials (which is now against the rules), signing autographs, getting their picture taken with dignitaries (President Reagan, President Bush, Olympic athletes, among others), shooting the cannon, or doing “Pushups” each time Clemson scores.
Two of the fan favorite mascots were the all-time pushup leader (2,216) Mike Bays (’94-’97) who was third in the 1996 UCA National Mascot Championships and Chris Peters (’92-’93) who spent the 1995 football season as the mascot of the Memphis Mad Dogs of the World Football League. The “Eye of the Tiger” will always shine bright for the Clemson mascot due to an endowment set-up by Stuart McWhorter (’88-89) and his father Clayton in 1995.
Here are just a few of the great experiences by the Clemson mascots: One of McWhorter’s funniest moments was in Columbia in 1989 when he grabbed a tuba from a member of Tiger Band during halftime of the USC game. He ran on the field and created general havoc until being chased away by an offended Carolina band member.
Said Jay Williams, “It was an honor to be the first Tiger Cub.” “It was exciting create a personality and seeing the kids faces. The Tiger is more traditional, the fighting Tiger, but I am innocent, playful childlike mascot that the smaller kids really enjoy. The Cub adds a new dimension and means of interacting with the crowd.”
All-Time Pushup Records | |||
Category | Record/Record Holder | Opponent | Year |
First Quarter | 62 by Jon Potter | Duke | 2001 |
Second Quarter | 175 by Ricky Capps | Wake Forest | 1981 |
Third Quarter | 225 by Christopher “Kit” Southwick | North Carolina | 2011 |
Fourth Quarter | 128 by Rob Lockard | N.C. State | 1998 |
Single Game | 465 by Ricky Capps | Wake Forest | 1981 |
Away Day Game | 251 by Zack Mills | Wake Forest | 1978 |
Away Night Game | 315 by Brad Stoehr | South Carolina | 2003 |
Home Day Game | 465 by Ricky Capps | Wake Forest | 1981 |
Home Night Game | 135 by Jon Potter | The Citadel | 2000 |
Overseas Game | 72 by Randy Faile | Wake Forest | 1982 |
Bowl Game | 105 by Martin Lowry | Penn State | 1988 |
Season | 1,549 by Jon Potter | 2000 | |
Career | 2,216 by Mike Bays | 1994-97 |
Schedule an Appearance by The Tiger or Tiger Cub
To request an appearance up to 90 minutes by The Tiger or Tiger Cub, please forward a letter or an e-mail to:
John Seketa Clemson Athletics P.O. Box 31 Clemson, SC 29633
The letter must contain the following information; name of the event, date, time, location, directions, contact person and phone number.
The cost for an appearance is $70.00 and $.50 per mile to and from the location. You will receive in writing a confirmation on whether or not a mascot will be able to make the appearance.
The Tiger | Year | Tiger Cub |
Chris Alston & Kit Southwick | 2011-12 | Sarah Newburn |
Michael Speer | 2010-11 | Sarah Newburn |
Nolan Cole | 2009-10 | Sarah Newburn |
Nolan Cole | 2008-09 | Martin Jernigan |
Dan Licata | 2007-08 | Tyler Alewine |
Brandon Little | 2006-07 | Clint Cagle |
Brandon Little | 2005-06 | Clint Cagle |
Brad Stoehr | 2004-05 | Paul Huguley |
Brad Stoehr | 2003-04 | Paul Huguley |
Patrick Hitpas | 2002-03 | Jordan Powell |
Patrick Hitpas | 2001-02 | Kate Weppner |
Jon Potter | 2000-01 | Dan Wangerin |
Zack Callaham | 1999-2000 | Dan Wangerin |
Rob Lockard | 1998-99 | Dan Wangerin |
Wes Scruggs | 1997-98 | Ryan Teten |
Mike Bays | 1996-97 | Ryan Teten |
Mike Bays | 1995-96 | Brian Gerhart |
Mike Bays | 1994-95 | Jay Williams |
Chase Nichols | 1993-94 | Jay Williams |
Chris Peters | 1992-93 | – |
Will Sykes | 1991-92 | – |
Will Sykes | 1990-91 | – |
Stuart McWhorter | 1989-90 | – |
Martin Lowry & Stuart McWhorter | 1988-89 | – |
Martin Lowry | 1987-88 | – |
Chris Shimakonis | 1986-87 | – |
David Friedman | 1985-86 | – |
Jay Watson | 1984-85 | – |
Randy Faile | 1983-84 | – |
Randy Faile | 1982-83 | – |
Ricky Capps | 1981-82 | – |
Ricky Capps | 1980-81 | – |
Zack Mills | 1979-80 | – |
Zack Mills | 1978-79 | – |
Chris Carter | 1977-78 | – |
Randy Addison | 1976-77 | – |
George Langstaff (Football) | 1975-76 | – |
David Baird (Basketball) | 1975-76 | – |
Tony Saad | 1974-75 | – |
Michael Hunt | 1973-74 | – |
Michael Hunt | 1972-73 | – |
Randy Jackson | 1971-72 | – |
Randy Jackson | 1970-71 | – |
Sam Coker | 1969-70 | – |
Sam Coker | 1968-69 | – |
Bob Harris | 1967-68 | – |
Zeke Welborn | 1966-67 | – |
Dr. Marvin Reid | 1965-66 | – |
– | 1964-65 | – |
Jim Gibson | 1963-64 | – |
– | 1962-63 | – |
Jim Lloyd | 1961-62 | – |
Steve Morrison | 1960-61 | – |
Billy McCown | 1959-60 | – |
– | 1958-59 | – |
Tommy Grant | 1957-58 | – |
– | 1956-57 | – |
– | 1955-56 | – |
Gabby Hayes | 1954-55 | – |
Measurement | The Tiger | Tiger Cub |
Neck | 16″ | 15″ |
Sleeve | 35″ | 34″ |
Height | 6’1″ | 5’6″ |
Hips | 42″ | 42″ |
Waist | 36″ | 34″ |
Inseam | 34″ | 34″ |
Head/Hat Size | Large | 11 7/8 |
Tail | 56″ | 48″ |
Shoe Size | NA | 28 |
The fur fabric is 80% acrylic and 20% polyester with a backing that is 75% polyester and 25% cotton. Heads are constructed from Kydex plastic.
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