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Comment on A bittersweet farewell by Travis Sawchik

Travis Sawchik — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:26:40 +0000

Boyd,

Thanks for the kind send off.

I tried to be objective in this role, that’s really the bedrock of journalism, though I worry we’re losing some of that as more and more fan sites proliferate, and programs take more control of content, traditional sites are becoming more and more the outliers.

Still, I hope there will always be a place for it in the college game because oversight is needed — and there is a market for it.

Comment on A bittersweet farewell by Travis Sawchik

Travis Sawchik — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:13:42 +0000

Thanks, Loganville … The Braves have a good thing going. It’s going to be fun to watch the Braves-Nats rivalry for the next decade.

Comment on A bittersweet farewell by Travis Sawchik

Travis Sawchik — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:12:33 +0000

Lee, thanks so much for the kind words. I know you have followed me from the beginning and such loyal readership means a lot.

I always enjoyed your insights on the blog on the basketball program. I’ll be keeping my eye on Brownell and company to see how they progress. Thanks, again

Comment on A bittersweet farewell by Boyd Gregg

Boyd Gregg — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 18:53:41 +0000

Travis,
Total bummer man. I haven’t checked your blog in a few days and when I finally do I’m “greeted” with this news. You were the best Clemson beat writer that has come along in quite some time. I will miss your unique perspectives on aspects of Clemson athletics that no one else covers. I have really enjoyed your stories about the athletic department finances, Clemson moneyball is what I would call it.

You were always objective in your reporting and brought some of the perpetually overly-optimistic Clemson fans down to earth while also bringing the perpetually overly-pessimistic Clemson fans out of the doldrums.

I wish you and your wife well in your new city and I believe you will be very successful in your career. I may have to become a Pittsburgh Pirates fan so I can still enjoy some of your columns.

Thanks for a great four years of Clemson beat writing.

Sincerely,
Boyd Gregg

Comment on A bittersweet farewell by Loganville, GA Tiger

Loganville, GA Tiger — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 01:57:00 +0000

I started reading your columns when your were still in Myrtle Beach. Your perspective and take on Clemson Sports, Sports in General, and occassionally items outside of sports was refreshing and enjoyable. I wish you well in Pittsburg. I am and will remain and Atlanta Braves fan. However, I will try and read your column as often as possible.

Comment on A bittersweet farewell by Lee Elrod

Lee Elrod — Sat, 30 Mar 2013 00:00:27 +0000

NNOOOOOOOOOOO! One of the very few sources, and the best, by the way, of objective Clemson coverage can’t leave! Travis, I wish you all the best in your career move. But I’m going to miss the long form blog entries, the big picture analysis in the newspaper pieces, and the humor that was thrown in (Captionating) there from time to time. Your point-of-view and opinions always kept me engaged. The next guy’s got a high standard to meet.

Pittsburgh is a cool town, a little cold, grey and snowy, but a nice place with an interesting vibe (and The Dark Knight Rises was filmed there!). Just don’t become a Steelers fan.

PS The question that started the Ray Tanner freakout rant will never be forgotten. I do appreciate it.

Comment on A bittersweet farewell by Travis Sawchik

Travis Sawchik — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 22:33:23 +0000

Thanks, Jesse. Nice to know a few SC-expats are in Pittsburgh. I was just a few months away from reaching 10 years of residence in the Carolinas so I’ve earned dual North and South citizenship, right?

Comment on A bittersweet farewell by Travis Sawchik

Travis Sawchik — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 22:32:13 +0000

Thanks for the kind words, Cameron. I have picked poor timing to leave because I do think Clemson football could have a historic season — if the key players stay healthy and few new stars emerge (Isaiah Battle, Vic Beasley, young DBs, etc)

I’ll be watching the season unfold from Pittsburgh, you can be sure of that.

Comment on A bittersweet farewell by Travis Sawchik

Travis Sawchik — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 22:04:41 +0000

Thanks for the kind words and well wishes everyone. I’m overwhelmed. Very, very kind. Grateful to have you all for an audience the last four years (and two months).

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