Why Dabo is so special to Clemson and to college football

Jan 18, 2019, 9:26 AM

There have been many stories about him and what sets him apart, but I've been giving it some thought as I've rewatched the games and read recaps on the season. In no particular order:

* He knows he represents not only Clemson football but Clemson University and all of its alumni, staff, former players and fans
* He wants to develop great men who are leaders in the world, not just great football players who are leaders on the field. This shows in our player leaders and in those who have left the program.
* He leads by example - passion, joy, focus, humility - and this filters down to these kids who spend 3-5 years under his leadership
* He has built this program around family. The players are treated like his and his coaches own family. His coaches are encouraged to make their families a priority. I think this is a big reason we have so relatively few transfers of players and so much stability on our coaching staff. It's family. Not just football.
* He's grounded. He's more than just football. As he says, Jesus, Others, Yourself. He lives it. He's come from dirt and knows what's important. I have no doubts that if something crazy were to happen and he were to lose it all and have to go back to real estate that he would be just as joyful and exuberant as he is now.
* He understands his position of influence. He knows that as the HC of a major college football program, many eyes are on him. He makes the most of his platform to have the most positive influence he can have. It's been great seeing my friends on FB, many of whom have zero attachment to Clemson, post videos of his speeches or memes with his sayings on them. He is taking his platform and using it not to further himself, or even Clemson, but to influence, encourage and lead others.

It's been said many, many times before, but we are so truly blessed to have him lead this football team and represent this university and fan base. National Championships are great - I'm still giddy about this last one - but to have people all around the country and even the world know of Clemson Univ as a result of his leadership and our football team's performance and recognize that Clemson is a place of integrity and that whether it's football or academics, Best is truly The Standard. Makes me even more proud than ever before to wear The Paw when I'm around town or especially out of town. It now represents not just football but character and excellence.

Thank you Coach!

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Why Dabo is so special to Clemson and to college football

Oh, I forgot one....

Re: Why Dabo is so special to Clemson and to college football

It's interesting to read the Bama forums and note there...

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