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Former Clemson basketball player and current Clemson TE Ian Schieffelin was arrested on suspicion of DUI

The arrest embarrassed his head coach

Clemson TE, former basketball player Ian Schieffelin arrested for...
Clemson Tigers tight end Ian Schieffelin.Clemson Tigers

Former Clemson Tigers basketball standout and current tight end Ian Schieffelin was arrested on suspicion of a DUI and will take time away from the team. The player's arrest embarrassed his head coach, who was grateful that no one was hurt.

Clemson Tigers tight end Ian Schieffelin was arrested over the weekend on suspicion of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, according to information released by the team.

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The team is aware of the arrest, including head coach Dabo Swinney. The Clemson head coach released a statement following the tight end's arrest.

"We are aware of Ian Schieffelin's arrest on suspicion of DUI. Clemson Athletics has a clear policy by which we will abide, so Ian will miss some competition to start this season as a consequence. We're obviously very disappointed by the situation, but we are very thankful no others were involved and no one was hurt."

What did Ian Schieffelin's coach say about his arrest?

Dabo Swinney issued a statement about the arrest, where he said: "We are aware of Ian Schieffelin's arrest on suspicion of DUI. Clemson Athletics has a clear policy that we adhere to, so Ian will miss some competition at the beginning of this season as a consequence."

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