Gameday in Athens - UGA vs University of Tennessee at Martin

Growing up in Athens it was a joy to listen to Larry Munson announce the Georgia games. He was brilliant and his words live on today. This quote is located in the Tate Center on UGA's campus and is part of the opening montage at the stadium. 

The campus at UGA is beautiful this time of year. Many things are in bloom including the Crape Myrtle. 

Tailgating on the lawn in front of Memorial Hall. Dawg fans know how to do it right!!

The University of Tennessee at Martin players. This photo was taken right before the game started. The UT-Martin players and coaches are a class act. It was an honor to meet them. We wish them a lot of success in the rest of their season.

This was my view from the sidelines. A once in the lifetime opportunity. 

And the  highlight of the game for me was meeting Boom, Uga XI. I have always wanted to meet Uga.
 

Why I Hate Tailgaters

 Now, I will admit not all tailgaters are drunk irresponsible individuals who leave their trash all over the campus and relive themselves in the magnolia trees.  However, as someone who has worked many a game day I have seen drunk "fans" use the bathroom in the bushes and trees around our library.  I have seen fights break out on the quad and I have endured loud mouthed students and alumni wishing they were still students.

 It makes me sick to see port-a-potties sitting in front of the historic Hirsch Hall.  Obviously the university is trying to cut down on intoxicated fans dropping their drawers and relieving themselves in plain view.

Walking home Friday I was behind a group of 50 year old individuals who were hooting and hollering to their son and his friends who were screaming out the window of their downtown apartment.  My first thought was the legacy continues.   If only these "fans" would leave as much cash in our beautiful city as they do trash!

I will leave you with a beautiful shot today.  Here's a view of Athens from the top of the Main Library.