Q&A With Bradley Pinion

By Brooke Skelley // Athletic Communications

Q. Why did you choose Clemson?A. Because of the family atmosphere. I was on my junior visit at Georgia, and Georgia was my top school. We stopped by Clemson and I got to see the Hill and Howard’s Rock, and was sold ever since.

Q. What are your pregame rituals?A. I pray, then I always put my right shoe on first and I tie my shoes weird. I wrap my laces around my shoe and tie them in a knot instead of tying them in a bow.

Q. What are the best parts of playing for Clemson?A. The fans and the family atmosphere in the locker room and as a team. It is very rare to find.

Q. How does it feel when you head out onto the field for a kickoff in Death Valley?A. Awesome. I get jacked up. I get made fun of because I bob my head a lot. Sometimes the ground will shake and it is unlike anything else.

Q. Who has influenced you the most during your time with the program?A. Jeff Davis. I seek advice from him. He is like a second father to me.

Q. What is your favorite game you have played in?A. The (2014) Orange Bowl because it is probably the biggest win we’ve had and it was fun. The atmosphere was awesome and the celebration after was amazing.

Q. What do you want to accomplish before you leave Clemson?A. To be the best punter to ever come through Clemson.

FAVORITESActress – Jessica AlbaAnimal – TurtleAthlete – Thomas MorsteadBook – BibleClemson tradition – Running down the HillFood – PineappleHoliday – April Fool’s DayIce cream flavor – VanillaJersey color – PurpleMovie – GreasePlace visited – Keystone, Colo.Restaurant in Clemson area – The Smokin’ Pig BBQSport other than football – Soccer