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2009 FINALIST: Dabo Swinney, Clemson

Division IA

Dabo Swinney

Dabo Swinney is "All In". It is evident from watching the players and the other coaches interact that Dabo knows his players, and cares about them like they're sons. Clemson is lucky to have a coach with Dabo’s character and commitment. ~ Malynda Grimsley


About This Coach

In his first season as head coach, Coach Swinney led the Tigers to an 8-4 regular season record and a bowl appearance. A native of Alabama, he attended the University of Alabama, where he earned bachelors and Masters degrees in business administration and lettered for three years as an Academic All-SEC linebacker, playing in four bowl games and winning a National Championship. Prior to Clemson, Swinney had a two-year stint as a graduate assistant followed by five seasons as full-time assistant for the Crimson Tide.

Stats
  • Season Records (2009): 8-4
  • Season Records (2008): 7-5
  • Number of Team Penalties: 58
  • Conference Penalty Average: 69.33
  • APR Score* (2009): 955
  • Conference APR Avg (2009): 951

Team and Coach Involvement in the Community

  • Founded Dabo’s All-In Team Foundation
  • Partnered with AnMed Health to raise awareness for breast cancer with Mamo for Dabo campaign
  • Players and coach visited Shriner’s Hospital and attended Relay for Life
  • Team attended Special Olympics event

* Academic Progress Rate

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