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William is a sophomore at Clemson University and a lifelong Tiger fan. He is also a fan of the Colts, Packers, Reds, Pacers, and Hoosiers, since his dad is from Indianapolis.

William has lived in the upstate of South Carolina for the entirety of his existence and loves it there. He is currently a resident of Central, SC, about 10 minutes away from Clemson's campus. He has a younger brother and two younger sisters, as well as a supportive and loving extended family.

William enjoys sharing his infinite sports knowledge with whoever will listen and wants to be a sports broadcaster. He lives for college football season and feels especially knowledgeable about all things football. He also has some insight on baseball and basketball, plus whatever else someone happens to ask him about.

William is a Christian who loves the Lord and wants to glorify Him with his columns. God Bless!

William's Recent Articles

DAYTON, OH - MARCH 22: Alex Franklin #42 of the Siena Saints and Samardo Samuels #24 of the Louisville Cardinals go up for the opening tip-off during the second round of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament at the University of Dayton Arena on March 22, 2009 in Dayton, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Where Cinderellas Perish: March Madness First Weekend Superlatives

Published 7 months ago
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Something's Gotta Give: Wake Forest-Clemson Preview

Published 9 months ago
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Wake Win Sets Up Colossal Conference Clash with Clemson

Published 9 months ago
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Heart of a Champion: Why Tony Dungy's Legacy Will Outlive His Career

Published 10 months ago
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Favorite Athletes

Reggie Miller, Brett Favre, Peyton Manning, Ken Griffey, Jr., Brandon Phillips, Terrence Oglesby, James Davis, D.J. White, Pete Rose, Tony Perez, Hank Aaron, Steve Kerr, Sean Singletary, and Jay Bruce, just to name a few
Favorite Sports Teams

Colts, Packers, Reds, Pacers, Hoosiers, and of course, the CLEMSON TIGERS
All Time Sports Moment

The Colts winning Super Bowl XLI
Most Memorable Game Attended

November 18, 2000-Rod Gardner's 60 yard catch against South Carolina to set up the winning field goal
Most Unbreakable Sports Record

Joe Dimaggio's 56-game hitting streak
Ruth or Mays?

Ruth--he paved the way for Mays. While Mays was great, Ruth was uncommonly great, and his stats dwarfed everyone else in his era.
Unitas or Montana?

Montana has the rings, but Unitas was a better passer.
Jordan or Russell?

Russell was great, but nobody changed the game like Jordan.
Gretzky or Orr?

Gretzky is "The Great One". Enough said.
Pele or Maradona?

Don't really care about soccer much, but Pele is the father of soccer, so I guess it's him.
Federer or Sampras?

Sampras had a more impressive resume over a longer period of time, but I wouldn't be surprised if it's Federer after his career is over.
Tiger or Nicklaus?

Nicklaus was incredibly successful despite competing with Palmer. Tiger benefits from today's technology and has virtually no competition.
Petty or Earnhardt?

Petty
Schumacher or Senna?

Schumacher
Pac 10, Big 12, Big 10, SEC, ACC, or Big East?

ACC--I go to Clemson, grew up in Clemson, and think that the competition in the ACC is better than any conference overall, in all sports.

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by Jersey Al
8 months ago

If only...

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/131593-ray-lewis-to-the-packers-if-only-it-could-happen
by ctsports
10 months ago

like the dungy article. Check out my last few articles see what you think trying to get to your level!
by BabyTate
11 months ago

Good to have you back writing, you are one of my favorites in college football.

Great news about hiring Dabo Swinney, he is well-liked all over and respected throughout the South. As a Palmetto observer I am excited for the first time since 1989 about Clemson football as they've gone back to the "Alabama–Coaching Well" that has served them in the past and am glad the experiment with the Arkansas–Tennessee–West Virginia coaches over the past 18 years is finished.

If you're still near the train station this weekend you ought to drive over to the valley and see Jimmy Byrnes' Junior halfback play. He is sensational.

Please keep us posted on all the Clemson goings on with the pre-Gator Bowl buildup.
Baby Tate
by Kristofer
about 1 year ago

William,

The Bleacher Creature Poll for week five has been released. The poll got a makeover this week!

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/63287-college-football-bleacher-creature-top-25-poll-week-five

Kristofer
by Kristofer
about 1 year ago

William,

Glad to have you in the poll! Can you send me an e-mail at kgreen.23@live.com so I can add you to the list? I will give the details in a response to your e-mail.

Kristofer
by Kristofer
about 1 year ago

William,

I want to start a B/R college football poll with B/R writers as the pollsters.

If you are interested, I would love for you to participate.

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/54418-calling-all-br-college-football-fans-join-the-party

Thanks!

Kristofer
by Lisa
about 1 year ago

Will- Congrats on the win in the contest...nicely done. As soon as I get out week two's contest picks, you get the mandatory first paragraph kisses from me. Sorry about Clemson...man, sometimes that can really wake-up a team. (Michigan rings a bell last year)

Way to go, you were great!
by BabyTate
about 1 year ago

William, thanks for the great effort in the contest with Lisa. She states on her Top 25 comments that you beat her in the picks last week. I believe we all enjoyed following how the games you two picked went this past weekend. You are probably down because of the Tigers loss to Alabama but, it is a long season and there is no doubt Clemson will go bowling. So, chin up, you did a great job on the picks, and keep up the fine writing you've provided the Bleacher report.
by Lisa
about 1 year ago

Thanks for the love William! Good luck on your picks! Go tigers!
by Lisa
about 1 year ago

william...I need ur email addy for the contest...I'm ready to send the picks out to you. LisaHorneonFox@yahoo.com.....come on dude, first game is tomorrow
by Zander
about 1 year ago

Hey William,

I just wanted to let you know that Bleacher Report has launched out of beta with an updated look and feel and some great new features. Check out the "Game On" link in the header to find out more.

Next week we'll be launching the site to the world with some public announcements—and it'd be great to get a contribution from you between now and Tuesday to make Bleacher Report's launch a success.

Let me know if you need any help with ideas or have questions. Have a great weekend William!

Zander
by Ryan
over 2 years ago

Happy to help William--glad to hear everything's square.
by Mike
over 2 years ago

No effort at all--I've just enjoyed reading your articles! And "Qualk Talk" has a nice ring to it...
by Ryan
over 2 years ago

Glad everything checks out, William. Suffice it to say that good writing edits itself. Keep it coming, and I'll look forward to next time.

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Something's Gotta Give: Wake Forest-Clemson Preview

Wake Win Sets Up Colossal Conference Clash with Clemson

Heart of a Champion: Why Tony Dungy's Legacy Will Outlive His Career

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