Sorry for the length of the post if you’re not a father this post may not matter much to you.
Yesterday was one of those days I’ll never forget. I had the chance to take my son, Gaines who is almost 2, to his very first UGA football game, and it was so much more than just another Saturday in Athens for me.
This year has been tough after losing my dad earlier in the year, and days like this have taken on a whole new meaning. The weather was absolutely beautiful, and while the opponent may not have created the same electricity as, say, Tennessee last weekend, this game was special in its own way. Sometimes I get caught up, like many of us do, in thinking these kinds of games are “meaningless.” But yesterday, for me, it meant everything.
I decided to give away my regular seats in Section 315 and buy lower bowl tickets to make the experience even better for my son. I wanted him to have the best possible view and soak in the full game day atmosphere—and he absolutely did. From the tailgate to the moment we walked into the stadium, he was in awe.
Gaines loves Friday night football, but yesterday was next level for him. Seeing his eyes light up at the sights and sounds of Sanford Stadium was something I’ll always treasure. It was a reminder that, at its core, this game is about moments like these—sharing it with family and passing on our love for Georgia football to the next generation.
What made it even more special were a few coaches on staff reaching out to see how he enjoyed the experience. It was such a thoughtful gesture and capped off what was already an unforgettable day.
To me, this is what it’s all about—family, tradition, and making memories that last a lifetime. Yesterday wasn’t just a game; it was a chance to connect with my son in a way that meant the world to both of us. Go Dawgs!
Wish I could share all of the pictures we took ha.
Yesterday was one of those days I’ll never forget. I had the chance to take my son, Gaines who is almost 2, to his very first UGA football game, and it was so much more than just another Saturday in Athens for me.
This year has been tough after losing my dad earlier in the year, and days like this have taken on a whole new meaning. The weather was absolutely beautiful, and while the opponent may not have created the same electricity as, say, Tennessee last weekend, this game was special in its own way. Sometimes I get caught up, like many of us do, in thinking these kinds of games are “meaningless.” But yesterday, for me, it meant everything.
I decided to give away my regular seats in Section 315 and buy lower bowl tickets to make the experience even better for my son. I wanted him to have the best possible view and soak in the full game day atmosphere—and he absolutely did. From the tailgate to the moment we walked into the stadium, he was in awe.
Gaines loves Friday night football, but yesterday was next level for him. Seeing his eyes light up at the sights and sounds of Sanford Stadium was something I’ll always treasure. It was a reminder that, at its core, this game is about moments like these—sharing it with family and passing on our love for Georgia football to the next generation.
What made it even more special were a few coaches on staff reaching out to see how he enjoyed the experience. It was such a thoughtful gesture and capped off what was already an unforgettable day.
To me, this is what it’s all about—family, tradition, and making memories that last a lifetime. Yesterday wasn’t just a game; it was a chance to connect with my son in a way that meant the world to both of us. Go Dawgs!
Wish I could share all of the pictures we took ha.
