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"I came here to win," Dailyn Swain talks Xavier

On3 imageby:Jamie Shaw01/14/23

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2023 Dailyn Swain has a lot of colleges involved, but he talks visits exclusively with On3.
2023 4-star Dailyn Swain of Columbus (Ohio) Africentric (Photo cred- Jamie Shaw)

Dailyn Swain’s versatility as a player makes him unique. Listed at 6-foot-8, he affects the game, across the board, on both sides of the floor.

This versatility is also what made him such a coveted recruit in the 2023 class. The four-star had close to 15 offers when he eventually chose to play for Sean Miller and the Xavier Musketeers in September.

On3 caught up with Dailyn Swain at this week’s Flyin’ to the Hoop Invitational to talk about Xavier and his decision.

Dailyn Swain

Describe your game and what Xavier fans can expect from Dailyn Swain.

Swain: “I’m a versatile big guard. I can guard any position on the floor and do whatever it takes to get the win. I’ll bring versatility and take pride in defense”

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What was Xavier’s pitch to you and what made them stand out?

Swain: “They really had a plan for me. I feel like I fit best in their program. They see me as a guard, and that is what I want to play at the next level, so that was really intriguing.”

What do you expect your role to be as a freshman?

Swain: “Really, just coming in and doing whatever it takes to get on the floor and hlep the team win. If that is as a guard or at the three, whatever it takes.

What are you most extied about when you step foot on campus?

Swain: “Really, just playing for Coach (Sean) Miller. He’s one of the best coaches in the country. He’s turned the program around, we are a top 20 team right now and it’s only his first year back. I’m just really excited to play for, and grow, with him.”

What message do you have for Xavier fans?

Swain: “I’m here to win, let’s get it.”