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Military & Veterans Competitions

Thanks to the generosity of Frank and Jennifer Blake, both members of the Class of 2000, Clemson University hosts an annual Military & Veterans Pitch Competition, honoring the University's historic and military roots while celebrating innovation and entrepreneurship.

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Congratulations to the winner of the 1st Annual Blake Family Military and Veterans Pitch Competition!

First Place Winner: Ruck Sox

A group of individuals stands on stage holding a large check and a trophy, celebrating a donation of $12,000 to Ruck Sox, flanked by American and Clemson University flags.

2nd Place Winner: Natur Athletics Shoe Co

Group of men presenting a large check for $10,000 to support NATUR Athletics during a formal event.

3rd Place Winner: Phase III Therapy

Group of eight individuals presenting a large check for $5,000 to support Phase III Therapy at a donation event.

4th Place Winner: Precision Anatomy

Group photo of award presenters and recipients holding a large check for $2,000 in recognition of Precision Anatomy at the Blake Family Military & Veterans Pitch Competition.

5th Place Winner: Heirloom Cloud

Group of people awarding a large check to a winner at a pitch competition

Photo Gallery

Two panels at a conference featuring a speaker presenting with a laptop and an audience of attentive participants engaged in discussion.
A speaker gestures while presenting at a podium, accompanied by two colleagues who are engaged in discussion. An American flag and an orange banner are visible in the background.
Two speakers presenting at a conference, with one speaker gesturing while the other listens. Flags are visible in the background.
Man smiling while holding a large novelty check for $12,000 made out to "Ruck Sox" at a pitch competition event.

Competition Video