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Orange Blooded [2550]
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When does Dabo become Coach Swinney?
Sep 1, 2013, 11:44 AM
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This is something that has bugged me for a while. Interviewers routinely address Coach Swinney as Dabo. To me, this seems disrespectful. When they talk to Coach Richt, they don't call him Mark, and I think they call Jimbo Fisher Coach Fisher and not Jimbo.
Dabo has accomplished as much as these guys, and I believe that he deserves some respect for it.
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Coach Dabo?***
Sep 1, 2013, 11:47 AM
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You have to admit when your name is "Dabo",
Sep 1, 2013, 11:53 AM
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you kind of leave yourself open to informality whether you like it or not. Not a big deal.
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For me,
Sep 1, 2013, 11:50 AM
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it was the day he became head coach of the Clemson Tigers....and I agree with you, the constant calling him by a "nickname" does show a measure of disrespect.
I wish more folks, ESPECIALLY Clemson folks, would refer to him as Coach Swinney the same as all us old folks referred to Coach Howard and Coach Ford (though there were plenty of folks back then who referred to them by their first names, just not to their faces.)
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Agreed
Sep 1, 2013, 11:50 AM
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I'm in... Coach Swinney it is. I think he deserves it.
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The media knows the importance of showing respect
Sep 1, 2013, 11:57 AM
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And they know to show respect to the person that they are looking to interview. The short answer to this question is likely that he will be called Coach Swinney when he wants to be called that. Early on, he was probably called Coach Swinney and he asked to be called Dabo. And if someone would rather be addressed by their first name, that is how you address them.
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I think you're lost.***
Sep 1, 2013, 11:58 AM
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I think he knows more than you do***
Sep 2, 2013, 6:34 AM
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When I met him, I just called him coach.
Sep 1, 2013, 11:58 AM
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One name fits all.
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If Dabo doesn't mind it, then it seems silly for it to
Sep 1, 2013, 12:22 PM
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bother us. If Dabo comes out and says he wants to be addressed as Coach Swinney, then I would most definitely oblige. Until then, I'm gonna call him Dabo, with absolutely no disrespect meant at all.
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Re: If Dabo doesn't mind it, then it seems silly for it to
Sep 1, 2013, 12:30 PM
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How do you know he doesn't mind it. Although I doubt that he does, Coach Swinney isn't the type that would say anything.
Don't get me wrong, this isn't something that I lose sleep over, but I look at is as a title that he has earned much like that of doctors or judges.
Also, its one thing to refer to him as Dabo on a message board, but quite another for some hack journalist to address him in that way during an interview.
Just out of curiosity, would you address him as Dabo if you were to meet him?
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I would and have called him Dabo. He is such a down to earth
Sep 1, 2013, 2:08 PM
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great guy I doubt he is bothered by it.
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I don't know for a fact that he doesn't mind it, but Dabo
Sep 1, 2013, 2:13 PM
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is a straight shooter and an extremely outspoken person. I'm pretty sure he wouldn't hesitate to tell a reporter how he would like to be addressed.
If I was introduced to him as Coach Swinney, I'd refer to him as such. If I was introduced to him as Dabo, I'd call him Dabo. If I had the opportunity to speak with him in-depth, I'd probably ask him how he truly prefers to be addressed (mainly because I'm really curious now).
I see your point concerning the formality of the monikker, "Dabo." I feel like most people use it as somewhat of a term of endearment, but I can see how it doesn't come across as very professional or respectful from some people.
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Orange Blooded [2550]
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Fair enough.*****
Sep 1, 2013, 2:19 PM
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Because the name "Dabo" is catchy. Most of the fans call
Sep 1, 2013, 1:07 PM
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him Dabo
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About the same time Danny becomes Coach Ford.
Sep 1, 2013, 2:15 PM
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Whenever the ask.
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I've had an old time habit of referring to business clients
Sep 2, 2013, 6:53 AM
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and customers, regardless of their ages, by their titles and last names, and saying "Yes Sir" or "Yes Ma'am." It's a form of respect that I show due to my appreciation for their business. When they ask me to simply call them by first name, then I do so.
The use of first names can be an endearing form of flattery that makes the speaker feel a little closer to the person so-called, which I imagine Coach Swinney/Dabo understands. If that helps with perceptions of Clemson and doesn't offend our esteemed coach, then it's fine with me!
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Re: I've had an old time habit of referring to business clients
Sep 2, 2013, 6:58 AM
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Great point.
But honestly if he keeps winning, I won't care if he wants to go by Susan.
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Because he is a personality, not just a coach...
Sep 2, 2013, 7:27 AM
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I think that I heard ESPN referred to him as "a human cup of coffee". The fans, players and media refer to him as "Dabo" because he isn't just some stiff that stands on the sidelines, he has a personal connection with the community, fan base and university.
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Re: Because he is a personality, not just a coach...
Sep 2, 2013, 8:27 AM
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I too, heard that after the game. I would think that Dabo is the most accessible coach in the college game, because that is his personality. I have to admit, when I heard his interviews for the first couple or three years at Clemson, I just rolled my eyes and thought, how corny is that? However, I've observed that the man wears his heart on his sleeve for his team, for his school and community, and he has grown in the job of bringing the Tigers back into national prominence. I like the phrase, "a human cup of coffee". It is a compliment to the man and his passion.
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I like the phrase,
Sep 2, 2013, 8:51 AM
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"Ball Sack"..
Seems appropriate for a guy who acts like your coach.
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Re: I like the phrase,
Sep 2, 2013, 10:27 AM
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Well, good doctor, it's unfortunate for us Tigers that that loud-mouth jerk absolutely owns Dabo, isn't it? It really makes my blood boil (and yours too, I'll bet) every time that no-class coach calls out and makes fun of our beloved Dabo and then backs it up with a humiliating win over our brave boys, huh? I deal with it by saying to myself, "Just wait till next year."
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Your deranged joy is but fleeting. Dabo will be winning big
Sep 2, 2013, 12:18 PM
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games long after Ball Sack is creating photo opportunities by peeing on golf courses and acting like d1ck long into his old(er) age. But hey, at least you can admit he's a loud-mouthed, no class jerk. In that regard, it's hilarious how far you'll go with your deranged charade, but not unexpected. You've always done it. You have no qualms at all about exposing just how far off the deep end you really are.
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Re: Your deranged joy is but fleeting. Dabo will be winning big
Sep 2, 2013, 1:57 PM
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Tell me more about my deranged charade, and tell me just how far off the deep end I really am. Inquiring minds want to know? P.S. I hope you're having a great Labor Day.....seriously, I mean it!
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doooooooooooooooooooooooooosssssssshhhhhhhhhbaaaaaaaggggggg***
Sep 2, 2013, 2:03 PM
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Don't worry cootstripe777, I will point it out a-plenty. But
Sep 2, 2013, 2:29 PM
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really, all you have to do is read your plethora of retarded posts to see the irrefutable deranged charade. An 'adult' posing as a fan of a rival on their website can be comical in moderation, but when you try so hard, with so many handles, it reeks of some serious problems.
"Inquiring minds"??.. as in you with your multiple handles? LOL. How many voices do you hear in that mixed up head of yours anyway, Will?
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Yeah I actually got bored playing SCar until last year or so***
Sep 2, 2013, 2:02 PM
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Re: When does Dabo become Coach Swinney?
Sep 2, 2013, 9:10 AM
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Here is my take on this:
There are any number of brand "X" coaches scattered across the college FB landscape referred to simply as coach "XYZ".
"Dabo" is creating a brand. A national brand! I believe one of Dabo's greatest attributes is that he definitely understands marketing. How cool and impressive would it be for average-Joe-college-fan on the west coast to know who "Dabo" is? From a marketing/recruiting standpoint, that would be huge! Plus, I believe every time that ESPN refers to our coach they call him either "Dabo" or "Coach Dabo Swinney". They understand that there is "something" in that name that can establish brand equity.
Our culture today understands branding. With the proliferation of social media, it's imperative to get your message/brand out to the public in the manner that you decide you want it to be. I believe our coach "gets it" as well. We want the name "Dabo" to be instantaneously associated with "Clemson". Of course, we want those two names to be associated with an elite college FB program.
You see, I believe the coots have it all wrong when they refer to Dabo as a "buffoon" or "clown", etc. Could it be that Dabo is "crazy like a fox" and will have the last laugh on them?
I believe so, but of course the final chapters to this story won't be written for quite time......
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Re: When does Dabo become Coach Swinney?
Sep 2, 2013, 11:34 AM
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When the recruits and players refer to him as Dabo and Coach Dabo it is a reasonable assumption to think that he tells them to refer to him in such way as his preference. You would think there is still enough respect in our youth today that they would refer to him as Coach Swinney, and refer to him as Dabo at his request. In the south it is quite common for children to be raised referring to neighbors parents as Mr. Bob or Mrs Barbra etc....
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Dabo
Sep 2, 2013, 12:23 PM
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I think the entire nation knows the name Dabo is Clemson
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Re: When does Dabo become Coach Swinney?
Sep 2, 2013, 12:24 PM
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I like that they call him Dabo. Its different than everyone else. Everyone knows he has proven himself to be a great coach. He's one of those guys that doesn't need a certain title. I think the players relate with him better as well...its more personal. Even people outside that are not familiar with Clemson will most likely remember who Dabo is before they remember Coach S or any other stuff. Its unique to Clemson just like all of our other traditions. I love it!
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Its Dabo's warm personality and genuineness.***
Sep 2, 2013, 1:59 PM
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Not sure if you are serious or not, but I believe this is
Sep 2, 2013, 2:22 PM
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the reason ... he makes you feel like a friend. Thus, you call most of your friends by their first name.
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