He subsequently attended West Chester University, where he also played running back for the football team.
[1] In 1969, Girardi joined the staff at Lycoming College in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, as an assistant football coach.
[2] In his first season as Lycoming's head coach, Girardi's house caught fire on the morning before his first game.
"[3] When Girardi's team appeared in the 1990 NCAA Division III football tournament, his players wore borrowed shoes.
I set the bar too high to feel like if I can't do it at anytime I'm not being true to myself, the team and Lycoming College.
"[2] Lycoming president Dr. James E. Douthat praised Girardi's contributions to the college, "Coach G, as most of his players call him, is a legendary figure.
In the world of NCAA Division III football, the name Frank Girardi is synonymous with class and success, both on and off the field.