Russ

Last November we lost Uga VII and were left without a mascot. Then a few weeks later, just in time for the UGA vs. Tech game it was announced that Uga VII's half-brother, RUSS would serve as the mascot for a game or two. The English bulldog is 5 years old, a year older than Uga VII was when he died. He's not all white, but very close.

Uga VII always looked unhealthy to me and it turns out, he was. Russ seems to be a little more spunky and since he's from the blood line, he's legit. Nonetheless, he's not all white and that has caused some controversy among dawg fans. But, I think he's fabulous and adorable and so far we haven't lost a game (knock, knock) with Russ in the UGA Dawg House. He even have his own Facebook Page See Here. Either way, I love him and think he's a great Uga, even if his name is Russ. I just hope they don't try to switch him out mid-season. He's been a good mascot so far, I vote we keep him for the run of the season.