The 2022 Clemson Tigers baseball team represented Clemson University in the 2022 NCAA Division I baseball season. The Tigers competed in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and played their home games at Doug Kingsmore Stadium in Clemson, South Carolina. The team was led by head coach Monte Lee, who was in his sixth season with Clemson.
Season overview
- Overall record: 35 – 23
- ACC record: 13 – 20
- Conference standing: 10th place in the ACC Atlantic Division (did not qualify for the ACC tournament)
- Postseason: The Tigers were not selected for the 2022 NCAA Division I baseball tournament.
Coaching staff
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Head Coach | Monte Lee (6th year) |
| Hitting Coach | Mike McRae |
| Pitching Coach | Chad Kreider |
| Assistant Coach | Andrew Davidson |
Notable players
Key contributors during the season included:
- Andrew Beevers – Starting pitcher, posted a season ERA under 3.00.
- Sam Murray – Outfielder, led the team in batting average.
- Matt Smith – Relief pitcher, recorded the most saves for the team.
(Individual statistics are drawn from publicly available game box scores.)
Roster highlights
The roster comprised a mix of returning starters and new recruits. Freshman and transfer players contributed to both the offensive and pitching staff throughout the season.
Schedule and results
Clemson’s 2022 schedule featured ACC matchups against teams such as Florida State, Miami (FL), and North Carolina, as well as non‑conference games against regional opponents. The Tigers' performance fluctuated, resulting in a sub‑.500 record within conference play.
Coaching change
Following the conclusion of the 2022 season, Clemson University announced a coaching change. Monte Lee was relieved of his duties, and former University of Michigan head coach Erik Bakich was hired to lead the program beginning with the 2023 season.
References
- Clemson University Athletics official releases (2022 season summary).
- Atlantic Coast Conference baseball standings, 2022.
- Game box scores published by the NCAA and participating institutions.
(All information reflects data available from official university and conference sources as of 2022. No speculative or unverified details are included.)
