Clemson Dad Excited Son Is Part of What Tigers Are Building
For many parents, watching their children chase their dreams is a surreal and emotional experience. But for Terry Simmons, the pride and joy he feels for his son’s journey to Clemson University takes on a whole new meaning. His son, Tyler Simmons, a highly recruited linebacker, has joined the Tigers at a pivotal moment in the team’s history—and Terry couldn’t be prouder.
As Terry sat in the stands at Clemson’s Memorial Stadium during one of the team’s fall practices, he was overcome with emotion. The orange and purple that filled the stands weren’t just the colors of his son’s new team—they were the colors of hope, family, and a future that seemed to be unfolding before his very eyes.
Tyler’s path to Clemson wasn’t easy. The road was filled with long hours in the gym, countless practices, and years of sacrifice. But through it all, Terry and his wife, Linda, supported their son, knowing that the struggles would one day pay
