In-State LB Perseveres In Face of Adversity

Bubba Alexander is in the midst of chasing what is arguably his biggest goal.

The 2027 in-state LB, out of Hammond, has long desired to play college football, but growing up an avid fan of the Tigers, his dream is to play at Clemson.

Alexander has visited campus several times now, including a game-day visit last fall. He’s also attended Dabo Swinney’s high school camp every summer since he was a youth. This summer, the young linebacker made plans to attend all five days of camp and work out at every session, in an effort to take another step towards achieving that dream.

So, when Alexander didn’t turn in quite the performance he was hoping for on day one, he knew he had four more days to make…