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Tigers hold off Charlotte by utilizing long ball

No. 14 Clemson jumped out to a great start on Monday afternoon and fought off a late run by Charlotte and walk away with a win.

The Tigers defeated the 49ers 7-6 in Doug Kingsmore Stadium behind an impressive start from Keyshawn Askew and power hitting early in the game.

Clemson started out hot with a 6-0 lead through five innings as it took advantage of the long ball. The Tigers hit three home runs in the first four innings to mount an early lead.

Despite the impressive start and a six-run lead as they entered the sixth inning, the Tigers (3-1) had to fight adversity and a late surge by Charlotte (3-1).