Clemson’s Dabo Swinney FaceTimed Joseph Girard III After Upset Win vs. Arizona

Clemson’s Joseph Girard III got a special call after the No. 6 Tigers’ upset win over No. 2 Arizona on Thursday.

Clemson football coach Dabo Swinney FaceTimed the senior guard after he had four points and six assists—including a pass that helped the Tigers seal the win.

When talking to Swinney, Girard, who played quarterback in high school, told him he was “trying to get his quarterback on” with the clutch assist. If Girard keeps dropping dimes, perhaps Swinney will want him on the football field this fall.

Girard found his sport in basketball, but he was a solid football player as well. He led Glens Falls High School to a state title in 2016 and was the New York State Player of the Year twice according to his Hudl.

Girard joined Clemson after spending his first four seasons with Syracuse. Since joining the Tigers, he averaged 15.4 points per game and has been a big part of Clemson’s tournament run.

With Thursday’s win, Clemson advanced to its second Elite Eight in program history and its first Elite Eight since the 1979-80 season when Larry Nance was on the roster.

The Tigers will face the winner of No. 1 North Carolina vs. From 4 Alabama. Clemson has beaten both teams once this year, and it will be looking for another win to continue its dance into the Final Four.