CLEMSON — Former Clemson Executive Director of IPTAY George Bennett passed away on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025. He was 92. Regarded by many as Clemson’s greatest ambassador, Bennett was a legendary figure at Clemson, serving the school in various capacities from the time he was a freshman in 1951 until his passing.
The native of Columbia, S.C. made an impact on Clemson and its athletics endeavors as a student. He was the freshman class president in 1951 and held other class offices as a student. He was also a varsity cheerleader for three years, including 1953-54 when Clemson joined the ACC.