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13 hours ago
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USC Upstate baseball vs. Kentucky live updates: Start time, TV channel for NCAA regional
USC Upstate baseball is on the brink of elimination from the NCAA Tournament after losing to Clemson (45-16) in the opening game of regionals. The No. 4 seed Spartans (36-24) fell to No. 11 overall seed Clemson 7-3 on May 30 at Doug Kingsmore Stadium. USC Upstate will now need to beat No. 3 seed Kentucky (29-25) in an elimination game at noon ET on May 31. Advertisement Kentucky lost to West Virginia earlier in the day 4-3. USC Upstate held a 2-0 lead over the Tigers thanks to a solo home run from Johnny Sweeney and an RBI single from Gage Griggs. Clemson had a three-run fifth inning and got four runs in the eighth for the win. If USC Upstate beats Kentucky, it would face the loser of Clemson and No. 2 seed West Virginia (42-14) in another elimination game on June 1 (noon ET). Watch USC Upstate baseball vs Kentucky on ESPN+ (Subscribe today) USC Upstate baseball vs Kentucky score updates What time does USC Upstate baseball vs Kentucky start? Date: Saturday, May 31 Time: Noon ET Location: Doug Kingsmore Stadium (Clemson, South Carolina) What TV channel is USC Upstate vs Kentucky on today? USC Upstate baseball starting pitcher Left-hander Chris Torres has a 4.72 ERA and an 8-4 record in 76⅓ innings. He secured a victory in his previous outing on May 24 against Charleston Southern. Torres allowed just three hits, four walks and one earned run while striking out four. Kentucky baseball starting pitcher Right-hander Nic McCray has a 4.37 ERA along with a 5-0 record in 68 innings. In his last start against Vanderbilt, McCray allowed six hits, two walks, four strikeouts and five runs, four of them earned in 3⅔ innings. NCAA baseball schedule Here is the latest college baseball schedule and NCAA Tournament bracket update. NCAA Tournament Clemson Regional baseball schedule May 30 Game 1: West Virginia, 4, Kentucky 3 Game 2: Clemson 7, USC Upstate 3 Advertisement May 31 Game 3: Kentucky vs. USC Upstate, noon, TBD (elimination game) Game 4: West Virginia vs. Clemson, 6 p.m., TBD June 1 Game 5: Game 3 winner vs. Game 4 loser, noon, TBD (elimination game) Game 6: Game 4 winner vs. Game 5 winner, 6 p.m., TBD June 2 Game 7: Regional championship game (if necessary), TBD Our team of savvy editors independently handpicks all recommendations. If you make a purchase through our links, we may earn a commission. Prices were accurate at the time of publication but may change. This article originally appeared on Herald-Journal: USC Upstate baseball vs Kentucky live updates: Start time, TV channel
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3 days ago
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Double-dipping may seem gross, but it's not as risky as you think
The question: Is it true that double-dipping can spread germs? Subscribe to The Post Most newsletter for the most important and interesting stories from The Washington Post. The science: Like George Costanza on 'Seinfield,' many of us have done it - dip a chip into a communal bowl of salsa or stick a veggie into the hummus, bite it and then go for a double-dip. Yes, double-dipping can transmit bacteria and viruses from your mouth to the shared bowl. And yes, in theory, those microorganisms can be spread to other eaters. But in most cases, that might not be as risky as it seems. Researchers at Clemson University discovered that there were more bacteria in double-dipped situations compared with the single-dipped. In a series of experiments, the team analyzed how many bacteria were transferred from a bitten cracker into a cup of sterile water compared with an unbitten cracker. They found that if someone had taken a bite before dipping, the water contained significantly more bacteria. Additionally, the researchers reported that the type of food mattered. After double-dipping, salsa, which has a high acidity, had lower levels of bacteria two hours later than dishes made with cheese and chocolate, which have a low acidity. While people may be introducing bacteria or viruses into the communal bowl, it does not mean these organisms are the type that can make you sick, said Benjamin Chapman, department head of agricultural and human sciences at North Carolina State University. Pathogens that cause the common cold, influenza and covid, for instance, have not been shown to be transmitted through food, Chapman said. Respiratory illnesses such as these are much more commonly spread by coughing and sneezing around people at a party than by eating or drinking after them, he said. One strong exception is norovirus. Research shows that the virus - which causes the notoriously unpleasant 'stomach bug' linked to outbreaks on cruise ships and in other places with close quarters - can be spread through direct contact such as hand-shaking, through contaminated food and water, through aerosols, and, most important to this conversation about double-dipping, through saliva. 'If you are recovering from norovirus, double-dipping would be really risky' for other eaters, Chapman said. But because 'people infected with norovirus get sick very promptly, they're unlikely to spend a whole lot of time during the very brief incubation period sharing a dip with someone else,' said William Schaffner, a professor of infectious diseases and preventive medicine at Vanderbilt University. There is no real evidence showing that double-dipping can cause foodborne illness outbreaks, though experts said double-dipping often happens in small groups that may not be tracked. What else you should know: The double-dipping controversy may be more about social etiquette. 'The presumption is, 'We don't want to make people sick,' but really it's more the 'ick' factor than it is the risk of passing a foodborne illness,' said Keith Schneider, a professor in the food science and human nutrition department at the University of Florida. But here are some best practices, experts said: - If you are sick, skip the party and protect others from potential illness. - In any case, wash your hands or, in a pinch, use alcohol-based hand sanitizers before handling food. - Cover your nose and mouth with your elbow or a tissue when you cough and sneeze. Then wash your hands again. - If you are the one planning the party, you could consider using individual dishes for dips rather than communal bowls since, theoretically, a person also could spread the norovirus if they accidentally dip a finger or two into a shared snack. The bottom line: While double-dipping can spread bacteria and viruses, in most cases, it is unlikely to make you sick, experts said. Related Content Despite ceasefire, India and Pakistan are locked in a cultural cold war The D.C. plane crash took her mom and sister. She turned to her piano. Johnson again corrals GOP factions to pass Trump's sweeping tax bill
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4 days ago
- Health
- Washington Post
Double-dipping may seem gross, but it's not as risky as you think
Is it true that double-dipping can spread germs? Like George Costanza on 'Seinfield,' many of us have done it — dip a chip into a communal bowl of salsa or stick a veggie into the hummus, bite it and then go for a double-dip. Yes, double-dipping can transmit bacteria and viruses from your mouth to the shared bowl. And yes, in theory, those microorganisms can be spread to other eaters. But in most cases, that might not be as risky as it seems. Researchers at Clemson University discovered that there were more bacteria in double-dipped situations compared with the single-dipped. In a series of experiments, the team analyzed how many bacteria were transferred from a bitten cracker into a cup of sterile water compared with an unbitten cracker. They found that if someone had taken a bite before dipping, the water contained significantly more bacteria. Additionally, the researchers reported that the type of food mattered. After double-dipping, salsa, which has a high acidity, had lower levels of bacteria two hours later than dishes made with cheese and chocolate, which have a low acidity. While people may be introducing bacteria or viruses into the communal bowl, it does not mean these organisms are the type that can make you sick, said Benjamin Chapman, department head of agricultural and human sciences at North Carolina State University. Pathogens that cause the common cold, influenza and covid, for instance, have not been shown to be transmitted through food, Chapman said. Respiratory illnesses such as these are much more commonly spread by coughing and sneezing around people at a party than by eating or drinking after them, he said. One strong exception is norovirus. Research shows that the virus — which causes the notoriously unpleasant 'stomach bug' linked to outbreaks on cruise ships and in other places with close quarters — can be spread through direct contact such as hand-shaking, through contaminated food and water, through aerosols, and, most important to this conversation about double-dipping, through saliva. 'If you are recovering from norovirus, double-dipping would be really risky' for other eaters, Chapman said. But because 'people infected with norovirus get sick very promptly, they're unlikely to spend a whole lot of time during the very brief incubation period sharing a dip with someone else,' said William Schaffner, a professor of infectious diseases and preventive medicine at Vanderbilt University. There is no real evidence showing that double-dipping can cause foodborne illness outbreaks, though experts said double-dipping often happens in small groups that may not be tracked. The double-dipping controversy may be more about social etiquette. 'The presumption is, 'We don't want to make people sick,' but really it's more the 'ick' factor than it is the risk of passing a foodborne illness,' said Keith Schneider, a professor in the food science and human nutrition department at the University of Florida. But here are some best practices, experts said: While double-dipping can spread bacteria and viruses, in most cases, it is unlikely to make you sick, experts said.
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5 days ago
- Sport
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Kansas State football defensive coordinator Joe Klanderman talks about safety VJ Payne
Cade Klubnik's Rise: Will He Be The 2026 First Pick? Get the full Cade Klubnik scouting report as Joe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts break down why the Clemson quarterback is already generating buzz as a potential first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. They analyze his arm talent, mobility, decision-making, and leadership, offering expert insights into what makes Klubnik one of the most intriguing QB prospects in college football. If you're following the future of the NFL or scouting rising stars, this deep dive on Cade Klubnik is a must-watch. 6:56 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
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25-05-2025
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Seth Jarvis with a Powerplay Goal vs. Florida Panthers
Cade Klubnik's Rise: Will He Be The 2026 First Pick? Get the full Cade Klubnik scouting report as Joe DeLeone and Ryan Roberts break down why the Clemson quarterback is already generating buzz as a potential first overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. They analyze his arm talent, mobility, decision-making, and leadership, offering expert insights into what makes Klubnik one of the most intriguing QB prospects in college football. If you're following the future of the NFL or scouting rising stars, this deep dive on Cade Klubnik is a must-watch. 6:56 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
