March 25, 2004

A Clemson legend celebrated his 90th birthday on Thursday among one of his favorite interests: athletics. From manager of the football team in the 1930s to University President to retiree, Dr. R.C. Edwards has always been the epitome of a loyal Clemson Tiger.

Dr. Edwards still greets all Clemson athletic teams as they head out before road trips and attends as many home events as possible, years after he once led the football team down The Hill before a game. Scroll down to look at photos from his lunch party at the Athletic Department.

Football Coach Tommy Bowden wishes Dr. Edwards a happy birthday President and Mrs. Barker present gifts to the Edwards Dr. Barker shakes hands with "his president"

Associate AD Linda White presents a gift to Louise Edwards Vice President for student affairs Almeda Jacks shares a story

Sports Information Director Tim Bourret hands over a framed picture of Dr. Edwards running down The Hill with the football team The women's basketball team shows their appreciation Women's basketball coach Jim Davis presents an autographed basketball

Baseball coach Jack Leggett shares a laugh with Dr. Edwards Athletic Director Terry Don Phillips helps Dr. Edwards remove his orange blazer for... the letter jacket he never received for his work as manager of the football team in the 1930s