The Clemson Insider · Apr 22, 2019
Despite weekend struggles, Hawkins adds life to lineup
One swing was all it took.
One swing was all it took to bring life back to Clemson. One swing was all it took for Justin Hawkins to prove why he should be in the lineup.
Although the No. 16 Clemson ultimately suffered yet another heartbreaking, 9-8, loss to Duke Sunday afternoon, which was the second consecutive weekend the Tigers have been swept in conference play as well as the team’s seventh consecutive loss, Hawkins did his part.
The redshirt senior out of Prosperity, S.C., has not had the easiest year. As a versatile infielder who can hit for power, Hawkins struggled at the plate prior to the season and as a result has seen limited action in the lineup this year.