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Tennessee-Clemson rugby championship game score predictions

Tennessee-Clemson rugby championship game score predictions featuring guest picker and former Tigers’ quarterback Charlie Whitehurst.

Tennessee (9-0) will host Clemson (6-1) Saturday in the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference (SCRC) Tournament championship game.

Kickoff is slated for 2:30 p.m. EST from Tennessee Rugby Park.

During the 2021 season, the Vols are outscoring its opponents 311-79. Tennessee has recorded three shutouts this season. Clemson’s only defeat during the 2021 campaign was at Tennessee, losing 41-25, on Oct. 16.

Tennessee is now ranked No. 1 nationally in the Week 12 men’s DIAA college rankings (Goff).

Ahead of Saturday’s championship game, Vols Wire provides score predictions along with guest pickers.

Guest pickers include former Clemson quarterback Charlie Whitehurst. Whitehurst is the last starting quarterback to win in the Tennessee-Clemson football series. Clemson defeated the Vols, 27-14, in the Peach Bowl on Jan. 3, 2004.

Clemson scored a touchdown on a fumblerooski in the second quarter.

 

Clemson’s fumblerooski in the 2004 Peach Bowl.

 

Alex Goff who provides collegiate rugby rankings, and has Tennessee ranked No. 1 ahead of Saturday’s championship contest, provided his score prediction.

Former Tennessee defensive lineman Philip Jones also predicted a score for the Vols’ game against Clemson. Jones was on the 1974 Tennessee football team that defeated Clemson, 29-28, at Neyland Stadium.

Below are score predictions for No. 1 Tennessee versus No. 7 Clemson.

Tennessee now ranked No. 1 in the nation

Tennessee is now ranked No. 1 in the nation.

Tennessee (9-0) will host Clemson (6-1) Saturday in the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference (SCRC) Tournament championship game.

Kickoff is slated for 2:30 p.m. EST from Tennessee Rugby Park.

During the 2021 season, the Vols are outscoring its opponents 311-79. Tennessee has recorded three shutouts this season.

Tennessee is now ranked No. 1 nationally in the Week 12 men’s DIAA college rankings (Goff).

The history between Tennessee’s football and rugby teams

Tennessee’s 2021 rugby schedule

  • Sept. 4 at Ohio State (W, 30-23)
  • Sept. 5 at Cincinnati (W, 22-0)
  • Sept. 18 at Kennesaw State (canceled)
  • Oct. 2 vs. Kentucky (W, 22-15)
  • Oct. 16 vs. Clemson (W, 41-25)
  • Oct. 22 at Alabama (W, 51-0)
  • Oct. 30 at South Carolina (W, 45-0)
  • Nov. 6 vs. Georgia (W, 67-7)
  • Nov. 13 vs. Georgia (W, 33-9) *SCRC semifinal

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Kickoff time announced for Tennessee-Clemson championship game, NCR playoffs schedule released

A kickoff time has been announced for the Tennessee-Clemson rugby championship game.

Tennessee (9-0) will host Clemson (6-1) Saturday in the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference (SCRC) Tournament championship game.

Kickoff is slated for 2:30 p.m. EST from Tennessee Rugby Park. Tennessee Rugby Park will also host the National Collegiate Rugby playoff contests for Division-1AA and Division-II.

Nov. 19-21 schedule at Tennessee Rugby Park

Nov. 19

  • NCR Divison-II: 11 a.m., Adrian vs. Charlotte
  • NCR Divison-II: 11:30 a.m., UMass-Lowell vs. Illinois State
  • NCR Divison-IAA: 2 p.m., Salisbury vs. Virginia Tech
  • NCR Division-IAA: 2:30 p.m., Boise State vs. Nazareth

Nov. 20

  • Consolation NCR Division-II: 11 a.m.
  • SCRC Divison-II: Noon, Memphis vs. Auburn
  • Consolation NCR Division-IAA: 1 p.m.
  • SCRC Division I: 2:30 p.m., Tennessee vs. Clemson

Nov. 21

  • NCR Division-II: Noon
  • NCR Division-IAA: 2 p.m.

*All times EST
*Admission $5, students free

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Tennessee to play Clemson for conference championship

Tennessee to play Clemson for the conference championship.

Tennessee (9-0) defeated Georgia (3-4), 33-9, Saturday in a semifinal match of the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference (SCRC) Tournament.

The Vols advance to the SCRC championship game. Clemson defeated Kentucky, 38-15, in the other semifinal match and will play the Vols at Tennessee Rugby Park Nov. 20.

During the 2021 season, the Vols are outscoring its opponents 311-79. Tennessee has recorded three shutouts this season.

Tennessee defeated Clemson, 41-25, on Oct. 16.

Tennessee’s 2021 rugby schedule

  • Sept. 4 at Ohio State (W, 30-23)
  • Sept. 5 at Cincinnati (W, 22-0)
  • Sept. 18 at Kennesaw State (canceled)
  • Oct. 2 vs. Kentucky (W, 22-15)
  • Oct. 16 vs. Clemson (W, 41-25)
  • Oct. 22 at Alabama (W, 51-0)
  • Oct. 30 at South Carolina (W, 45-0)
  • Nov. 6 vs. Georgia (W, 67-7)
  • Nov. 13 vs. Georgia (W, 33-9) *SCRC semifinal

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Tennessee ranked No. 2 entering tournament play

Tennessee rugby ranked No. 2 entering tournament play.

Tennessee (8-0) will host Georgia (3-3) Saturday in a semifinal match of the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference (SCRC) Tournament.

Kickoff is slated for 11 a.m. EST at Tennessee Rugby Park.

Tennessee enters the contest ranked No. 2 in the Week 11 men’s DIAA college rankings (Goff).

The history between Tennessee’s football and rugby teams

Tennessee’s 2021 rugby schedule

  • Sept. 4 at Ohio State (W, 30-23)
  • Sept. 5 at Cincinnati (W, 22-0)
  • Sept. 18 at Kennesaw State (canceled)
  • Oct. 2 vs. Kentucky (W, 22-15)
  • Oct. 16 vs. Clemson (W, 41-25)
  • Oct. 22 at Alabama (W, 51-0)
  • Oct. 30 at South Carolina (W, 45-0)
  • Nov. 6 vs. Georgia (W, 67-7)

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Tennessee to host Georgia in SCRC semifinal

Tennessee rugby to host Georgia in SCRC semifinal.

Tennessee (8-0) defeated Georgia (3-3), 67-7, on senior day Saturday to conclude regular season play.

The Vols will host Georgia Nov. 13 in a semifinal match of the Southeastern Collegiate Rugby Conference (SCRC) Tournament. Kickoff is slated for 11 a.m. EST at Tennessee Rugby Park.

The history between Tennessee’s football and rugby teams

Tennessee’s 2021 rugby schedule

  • Sept. 4 at Ohio State (W, 30-23)
  • Sept. 5 at Cincinnati (W, 22-0)
  • Sept. 18 at Kennesaw State (canceled)
  • Oct. 2 vs. Kentucky (W, 22-15)
  • Oct. 16 vs. Clemson (W, 41-25)
  • Oct. 22 at Alabama (W, 51-0)
  • Oct. 30 at South Carolina (W, 45-0)
  • Nov. 6 vs. Georgia (W, 67-7)

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Tennessee rugby defeats Georgia on senior day, remains unbeaten

Tennessee rugby defeats Georgia on senior day and remains unbeaten.

Tennessee (8-0) defeated Georgia (3-3), 67-7, on senior day and the Vols remain unbeaten during the 2021 season.

During the 2021 season, the Vols are outscoring its opponents 278-70 and has recorded three shutouts.

Entering Saturday’s contest, Tennessee was the No. 3 team in the Week 10 men’s DIAA college rankings (Goff).

The history between Tennessee’s football and rugby teams

Tennessee’s 2021 rugby schedule

  • Sept. 4 at Ohio State (W, 30-23)
  • Sept. 5 at Cincinnati (W, 22-0)
  • Sept. 18 at Kennesaw State (canceled)
  • Oct. 2 vs. Kentucky (W, 22-15)
  • Oct. 16 vs. Clemson (W, 41-25)
  • Oct. 22 at Alabama (W, 51-0)
  • Oct. 30 at South Carolina (W, 45-0)
  • Nov. 6 vs. Georgia (W,

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Tennessee remains ranked No. 3 following South Carolina win

Tennessee rugby remains ranked No. 3 following South Carolina win.

Tennessee (7-0) will host Georgia (3-2) Saturday for senior day.

Kickoff between the Vols and Bulldogs is slated for 1 p.m. EDT at Tennessee Rugby Park.

The Vols enter Saturday’s contest following a 45-0 win at South Carolina.

Tennessee remains ranked No. 3 in the Week 10 men’s DIAA college rankings (Goff).

During the 2021 season, Tennessee is outscoring its opponents 211-63 and has recorded three shutouts.

The history between Tennessee’s football and rugby teams

Tennessee’s 2021 rugby schedule

  • Sept. 4 at Ohio State (W, 30-23)
  • Sept. 5 at Cincinnati (W, 22-0)
  • Sept. 18 at Kennesaw State (canceled)
  • Oct. 2 vs. Kentucky (W, 22-15)
  • Oct. 16 vs. Clemson (W, 41-25)
  • Oct. 22 at Alabama (W, 51-0)
  • Oct. 30 at South Carolina (W, 45-0)
  • Nov. 6 vs. Georgia

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Kickoff time announced for Vols’ senior day against Georgia

A kickoff time has been announced for Tennessee’s senior day against Georgia.

Tennessee (7-0) will host Georgia (3-2) Saturday for senior day.

Kickoff between the Vols and Bulldogs is slated for 1 p.m. EDT at Tennessee Rugby Park.

During the 2021 season, Tennessee is outscoring its opponents 211-63 and has recorded three shutouts.

The history between Tennessee’s football and rugby teams

Tennessee’s 2021 rugby schedule

  • Sept. 4 at Ohio State (W, 30-23)
  • Sept. 5 at Cincinnati (W, 22-0)
  • Sept. 18 at Kennesaw State (canceled)
  • Oct. 2 vs. Kentucky (W, 22-15)
  • Oct. 16 vs. Clemson (W, 41-25)
  • Oct. 22 at Alabama (W, 51-0)
  • Oct. 30 at South Carolina (W, 45-0)
  • Nov. 6 vs. Georgia

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Tennessee wins at South Carolina, remains unbeaten

Tennessee wins at South Carolina and remains unbeaten.

Tennessee (7-0) defeated South Carolina (1-4), 45-0, Saturday in Columbia and remains unbeaten during the 2021 season.

Tennessee led the Gamecocks, 38-0, at halftime.

Entering Saturday’s contest, the Vols were ranked No. 3 in the Week 9 men’s DIAA college rankings (Goff).

The Vols will return to action Nov. 6 against Georgia at Tennessee Rugby Park.

The history between Tennessee’s football and rugby teams

Tennessee’s 2021 rugby schedule

Photo by Dan Harralson, Vols Wire
  • Sept. 4 at Ohio State (W, 30-23)
  • Sept. 5 at Cincinnati (W, 22-0)
  • Sept. 18 at Kennesaw State (canceled)
  • Oct. 2 vs. Kentucky (W, 22-15)
  • Oct. 16 vs. Clemson (W, 41-25)
  • Oct. 22 at Alabama (W, 51-0)
  • Oct. 30 at South Carolina (W, 45-0)
  • Nov. 6 vs. Georgia

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