Shawn Griswold was hired as SMU Assistant Director for Human Performance after stints at a list of other schools that includes Virginia, Arizona State, Tulsa, Pittsburgh, Louisville and Utah State (photo by SMU athletics).

VIDEO: SMU Assistant Athletic Director of Performance (a.k.a. football strength coach) Shawn Griswold visited exclusively with PonyFans.com, to discuss the overall condition of the Mustangs as they gear up for the 2022 season, the progress he has seen since he arrived five months ago, how he and his staff blend teaching technique vs. motivation ... and how the players motivate each other.