Spotlight on Top Prospects: 2028 ATH Grady Swango

As a wide receiver, Swango accounted for 720 all-purpose yards and scored 11 receiving touchdowns on 34 catches. In addition, he scored a rushing touchdown from the wildcat formation. On defense, Swango recorded an INT and forced a fumble.

When it comes to training, how Swango does anything is how he does everything. Under the tutelage of Deon Glover, or “Coach Glove,” Swango trains in the offseason, trains before practice and after practice during the season. Glover coordinates training sessions for Swango:

• Three days per week at TNDO Gym under the watchful eye of Giavanni Ruffin, working on his strength and agility.

• Two times a week he trains with speed and agility coach Jeff Woods (a former track and field All-American).

• Two times a week he trains with a wide receiver trainer (and every night after practice during the season).

• Cranks out 200 pushups and 200 sit ups, every night.

Swango never complains. He just puts in the work to get better every day. He also puts in hard work in the classroom, as he is a straight-A student. To Swango, academic success is just as important as athletic success.

Cox head football coach Tyler Noe said this about Swango,

“Grady is the kind of athlete every coach dream of. Known for his work ethic and leadership, Grady pushes himself every day to be great. On the field, he plays with intensity, intelligence and a never-quit attitude that sets the tone for his team. He is the first to arrive and the last to leave the weight room, constantly striving to get stronger, faster and more explosive. He understands that true success starts in the classroom. He holds himself to the highest standard. That commitment to excellence is contagious, he elevates those around him, holding teammates accountable and inspiring them to reach their full potential. He is a special kid.”

Swango is already on many college coaches’ minds, as he has garnered attention and scholarship offers from Duke, Virginia Tech, East Carolina, Western Kentucky, Marshall and Sacramento State. He will be a sophomore this fall.

The Godfather of Recruiting, Mike Farrell, had this to say about Swango,

“Swango is so smooth, athletic and versatile. Already on many radars.”

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