Georgia vs. Kentucky: UGA VII Laid to Rest
The University of Georgia loses its mascot, UGA, to a heart attack two days before the football team hosts Kentucky at Sanford Stadium in Athens. The program hopes for a fresh start on the football field and in the dog house in 2010.
Full transcript below:
Georgia football fan:
- It made me sad. I'm a pet owner and I was like, "God," because that dog stands for a lot.
Georgia football fan:
- He signifies the university more than just athletics even.
UGA VII was buried alongside the 6 mascots that came before him inside Sanford Stadium before the 2009 game against Kentucky.
A game that did not have a live bulldog between the hedges for the first time since 1956.
Former Georgia student:
- I was in the band for four years and so the old UGA, he sometimes snapped at people but this dog was just so sweet. He was just like a good mascot, you know?
Georgia jumps out to a 14 point halftime lead. It would not last. Four 2nd half turnovers give the Wildcats their first win in Athens since 1977.
Georgia football fan:
- It was sad. You know in 32 years we hadn't been beaten by Kentucky and it was bad. It might have reflected the game. Every school needs a mascot at every game.
Georgia football fan:
- It'll be neat to see what the new one looks like.
UGA VIII renews the tradition in 2010.
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