Ching: Uga a living, breathing symbol to love Nov 21, 2009
Actually, his quiet nature almost led to an incident last year that surely would have ended my career covering Georgia athletics. Owner Sonny Seiler brought Uga into the locker room after one of Georgia's football games. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Editorial: It's past time to stop trashing North Campus Nov 17, 2009
It's long past time for University of Georgia President Michael Adams, University of Georgia Athletics Director Damon Evans and the University of Georgia Athletic Association to do something to stop - once and for all - the nonsensically regular destruction of the most picturesque part of the UGA campus on a half-dozen fall Saturdays. To their credit, UGA administrators and the athletic association have tried to curtail the astoundingly bad manners of an astoundingly large number of football... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Looking ahead to Tech-UGA: Heres what will happen Nov 16, 2009
Loss of revenue will be the greatest motivation for Georgia Athletics. They didn t get my $5,000 donation this year to pay for me sitting and enduring a half hearted effort in most games. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Once again, Evans backs Richt but makes his point Nov 5, 2009
A good sign for Georgia athletics as a whole. I am 100% on board with the need for Martinez to resign/get fired. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
UGA A.D. backs Richt Nov 5, 2009
ATHENS -- Georgia athletics director Damon Evans said Wednesday that the stormy reaction of UGA fans to the Bulldogs' 4-4 record is "understandable" but expressed confidence that coach Mark Richt "will lead us through this adversity.". Jeremy Scott / Special The Bulldogs are 4-4, but University of Georgia Athletics Director Damon Evans says Mark Richt isn't on the hot seat. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
How Jacksonville kept game Oct 30, 2009
In a Sept. 17 letter to Georgia athletics director Damon Evans, Stokan offered a "guarantee to equal Jacksonville's financial benefits" and argued that UGA should bring the game to Atlanta for a variety of reasons: "the economic windfall" it would generate, "home state pride," "fair play" and "enhanced media exposure.". And he argued that playing the game in Atlanta would provide a "psychological advantage to Georgia over Florida," which has won 16 of the past 19 games in the series. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Moving up to Division I may get pricey Aug 13, 2009
"Division I is a significant brand. There's a nice revenue-sharing pool," says Georgia athletics director Damon Evans, who heads the Leadership Council. "We've just got to make sure that those in Division I are the right institutions and can meet the standards and qualifications.". (USA Today -- Sports)
Spurrier made sure he voted for A.J. Jul 28, 2009
So it s time for the Greater Atlanta Bulldog Clubs annual Celebration of Georgia Athletics event tonight at the Cobb Galleria Centre. Social at 6 p.m.; program at 7 p.m.; free admission. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
UGA expanding football game radio coverage Jun 27, 2009
There will be no change, Georgia athletics director Damon Evans said, in the atmosphere at Georgia sporting events as a result of the deal, which continues but does not expand ISP s rights to sell advertising and sponsorships. You re not going to see any increased commercialism [at events], Evans said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
UGA gymnast athlete of year Jun 23, 2009
Georgia athletics director Damon Evans and retiring gymnastics coach Suzanne Yoculan were in New York to see Kupets honored. I felt like her mom, a proud mom, Yoculan said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Making the call on broadcasters . . . Jun 23, 2009
Sometimes you don t need to look far, Georgia athletics director Damon Evans said. Sometimes you just need to look right in front of you. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
More TV coverage for UGA sports Jun 20, 2009
A weekly 30-minute Georgia athletics magazine show will be added that will highlight Olympic sports. It will run for 36 consecutive weeks and Thomas s aid it will show more stories about Georgia's athletes and teams. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Marketing deal pays off for Bulldogs Jun 18, 2009
International Sports Properties, a marketing company based in North Carolina, will pay the Georgia athletics department $92. 8 million over the next eight years for its marketing and media rights, the school announced Wednesday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ex-USC announcer joins UGA fold Jun 17, 2009
Clark and McAlexander said there has been no discussion of McAlexander joining the radio broadcast team for Georgia athletics. "He'll certainly be assisting us to integrate sports into our programming and be a general asset to our students and our faculty," Clark said. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Aid for disabled athletes to be cut Jun 6, 2009
A DOE official said Thursday the funding cut had nothing to do with the association s performance, which has been recognized by Colin Powell and has fans that include former University of Georgia athletics director Vince Dooley. They provide a great service and run high-quality programs, DOE spokesman Dana Tofig said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
UGA to pay $975K to play lesser Div. I-A team Jun 2, 2009
I know there are institutions paying more than $1 million for these games, Georgia athletics director Damon Evans said Monday. That will drive the market and set the standard. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Big payday in SEC will get bigger May 30, 2009
5 million per school for fiscal 2010, according to Georgia athletics director Damon Evans. SEC FOOTBALL. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Dogs Get New Digs May 22, 2009
The University of Georgia Athletics Association board has approved up to $40 million to add 53,000 square feet of space to its football facilities. A new weight room, coaches offices, new training facilities and a large multi-purpose area will be added to the Butts-Mehre athletics building in Athens under the plan approved Thursday. (13WMAZ.com, GA)
Tech hoops team flunks academic grade May 7, 2009
It s a significant point of pride for us to have all our sports teams meet the mark and have sports like football and women s basketball lead the conference, Georgia athletics director Damon Evans said Wednesday night. It s exciting. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Stafford Braces for NFL Draft Apr 16, 2009
I really liked (Georgia athletics director) Damon (Evans). That's the way I feel about Detroit. (DawgPost.com)
UGA players excited about G-Day TV exposure Apr 11, 2009
I will admit I was sitting there watching [Florida s game] on TV, and the first thing I did was pick up the phone and call [a staffer] and say, We got to get our spring game televised, Georgia athletics director Damon Evans said. In part to accommodate ESPN s schedule, Georgia coach Mark Richt started spring practice a week later than usual so the G-Day game the culmination of spring ball would be played on Saturday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Georgia Hiring a Surprise, But Not a Bad One Apr 10, 2009
Put simply, we typically prefer the devil we know to the one we don t. This seems to be the driving force behind much of the negativity directed toward Georgia athletics director Damon Evans since he hired former Nevada coach Mark Fox on Friday to lead the Bulldog men s basketball program out of the wilderness. It s true that Fox is not the big-name, power-conference coach that fans desired and the athletics department s deep pockets suggested Georgia could lure to Athens. (Dublin Courier Herald, GA)
Mark Fox faces big buyout if he leaves UGA Apr 7, 2009
Fox will be obligated to pay the UGA Athletics Association $2 million if he resigns at any time in the next six years, according to a memorandum of understanding signed by Fox and Georgia athletics director Damon Evans. RELATED. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
UGA eyes Clemson, Miami hoops coaches Apr 3, 2009
Athens Georgia athletics director Damon Evans will meet with Clemson coach Oliver Purnell and Miami coach Frank Haith in Detroit today to discuss the Bulldogs basketball job, sources confirmed for the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Evans left for Detroit Thursday morning to attend meetings surrounding the NCAA Final Four. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Missouri coach won't be coming to UGA Apr 1, 2009
The criteria set forth by Georgia athletics director Damon Evans and UGA President Michael Adams at the outset of its coaching change they fired Dennis Felton on Jan. 29 was for an experienced, successful Division I head coach. A few coaches who fit that description are Clemson s Oliver Purnell, Baylor s Scott Drew, Xavier s Sean Miller, Butler s Brad Stevens and Penn State s Ed DeChellis. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Alabama hires VCU's Grant for basketball Mar 28, 2009
Georgia athletics director Damon Evans did not return phone messages Friday. However, he indicated on Thursday he was not concerned about the activity of other schools. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Grant Moves to the Front Mar 23, 2009
Georgia athletics director said Sunday, however, that no hire had been made and an agreement was not imminent with any candidate. Georgia fired as its head coach in January, and last month the school hired a search committee to assist in identifying his replacement. (DawgPost.com)
No talks to move UGA-Fla Mar 21, 2009
University of Georgia athletics director Damon Evans says there are no discussions about trying to bring the Georgia-Florida football game to the Georgia Dome. No, there are no talks going on, Evans said Friday. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Dogs, Herrmann work out compensation Mar 6, 2009
First of all, I m very appreciative of Pete stepping into a difficult situation, and we all need to remember that it s a very difficult situation, Georgia athletics director Damon Evans said. He s handled it well. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Larry Munson Feb 25, 2009
Voice of the Georgia Bulldogs. Find Atlanta homes for sale. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Thursday Night Football: Not at Georgia Feb 24, 2009
ATHENS - While Richt may be all for playing a midweek matchup, Georgia athletics director Damon Evans wasnt as enthused ... While Richt may be all for playing a midweek matchup, Georgia athletics director wasnt as enthused. (DawgPost.com)
Gainesville WR waits for UGA offer Feb 24, 2009
Jones said he walks by a picture every day of Georgia athletics director Damon Evans, who is a 1988 graduate of Gainesville High. Jones spoke with Georgia assistant Tony Ball, who coaches wide receivers. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
'Wide open' race to succeed Knowshon Feb 19, 2009
This is a UGA blog and it s a place to discuss Georgia athletics daily. These are not articles. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Hoops players wait-and-see on coach Feb 11, 2009
They were asked if Georgia athletics director Damon Evans had sought their advice regarding his search for a new basketball coach. Rich Addicks/raddicks@ajc. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
