Encourage everyone to watch the video of Dabo's post game
Jan 14, 2020, 11:51 AM
press conference. THIS is why we will continue to be the top program in college football. No excuses, compliments to the winner, and gives his players praise and love. Ryan Day and many other teams could learn a lot from Dabo in how you handle a loss.
I've always thought that you can tell more about a person's character during adversity (i.e. a loss) than the good times (i.e. a win). What is truly great is how our players reflect Dabo's same grace and determination in dealing with this loss. You can tell the loss stings these guys but not a complaint, argument, or excuse to be heard from any of them. In six weeks when this team hits the practice fields there is no doubt in my mind that this loss will not be a negative - quite the opposite as I'm convinced it will make them a better team. I would much rather win with class but when the inevitable happens and we lose a game - this is the way to handle it with class and grace.
I could not be prouder of Dabo, the coaching staff, and this team in how they continue to represent Clemson - even in a disappointing ending to a great season!