Syracuse Orange men’s basketball guard Joe Girard didn’t actualize the expectations he set for himself last season. After a solid freshman campaign in which he earned the starting point guard role, Girard’s play was volatile as a sophomore.
He put together good games early last season, but struggled with his consistency. A bout with COVID-19 last December didn’t help matters. Then a slump persisted through January and February until he turned things around in the NCAA Tournament.
In the time since, Girard has dedicated himself to improvement as he eyes a bounce-back season as a junior.