Smoky the Tennessee sports mascot is a beloved figure in the state of Tennessee. This iconic mascot represents the University of Tennessee's sports teams, particularly its football team, the Volunteers. Smoky is an American Bluetick Coonhound, a breed native to Tennessee and known for its hunting skills. The university's selection of Smoky as its official mascot in 1953 was a nod to the state's rich hunting and outdoor heritage. Smoky has since become a symbol of pride and tradition for Tennessee fans, as well as a source of entertainment during games. One of the most memorable moments featuring Smoky is when he leads the football team out of the tunnel before each home game.
Next I alternated between brown spray paint and black acrylic/spray paint to get a dirty black wand with brown accents.
If the nicrom wire isn t snapped it may also not be making solid contact with the side of the glow plug, if this is the case you just need to get in there with a soldering iron and stick it back on that happened to me as well. That was like the first giveaway that the button didn t seem to do much except heat up the tip, but it does not ignite or do anything else, Pires said.
One of the most memorable moments featuring Smoky is when he leads the football team out of the tunnel before each home game. As the marching band plays the school's fight song, Smoky charges across the field, energizing the crowd and setting the stage for an exciting game. But Smoky's role goes beyond game day appearances.
Shopper disappointed in fireball-shooting magic wand seen in social media ad
The BBB continues to receive reports of shoppers who were lured to fake websites through social media ads.
Posted at 6:00 AM, Dec 12, 2022 and last updated 2022-12-12 07:13:46-05BALTIMORE — This holiday season, retailers are relying heavily on social media ads to entice shoppers. One caught the eye of Renan Pires. The ad was for a magic wand that shoots fireballs.
“This is a Harry Potter wand that I saw online,” Pires said holding the wand. “I had friends talking about it, I had people linking it to me, so it really piqued my interest.”
With a spell and a button, the website claims you can become the wizard you’ve always dreamed of being.
“So, you’re supposed to put these pieces of paper crumbled up inside the wand, and then you press this button, and it ignites the paper, and it shoots it out and it combusts fast enough in which it just disappears, so it looks like a fireball,” said Pires.
Except this wand doesn’t work as advertised.
“It doesn’t do anything. That was like the first giveaway that the button didn’t seem to do much except heat up the tip, but it does not ignite or do anything else,” Pires said.
He requested a refund of his $124 purchase under the website’s 30-day money back guarantee. The seller then asked for a video. When Pires declined, the seller questioned his mental health and accused him of being the scammer.
“When you see something go viral and people like it over and over and over, you have greater trust in it,” said Angie Barnett, president & CEO of the Better Business Bureau serving greater Maryland.
The BBB continues to receive reports of shoppers who were lured to fake websites through social media ads.
“We think oh, a scammer’s not going to pay to post ads there. Oh yes, they will because the rewards are so much greater,” Barnett added.
For Pires, this was his second bad buy in two months.
“These are Air Jordans that I purchased on a website online that I was linked to by Google, and it turned out that they are knockoffs,” said Pires.
Once again, the photos and price convinced him to make the purchase.
“Yes, it was a lot lower. It was $190 compared to what these go for, which is generally anywhere from $300-$500 so I thought it was a great deal,” said Pires.
Barnett recommends vetting a website by reviewing the fine print.
“I always go to privacy policy, terms and conditions. A, do they even have it? And B, a lot of times they lift it from somewhere else and the company’s name or information is still listed. Address, if you can find one, put it in your web browser. Recently, we had somebody that was using a courthouse of all things for their bogus business address,” said Barnett.
Pires obtained a refund for the counterfeit sneakers from PayPal and filed another dispute for the wand order.
For added protection, place any online orders with PayPal or a credit card. And screenshot the product details. If you receive something that’s different than what was advertised, you can provide that information during the dispute process.
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He also participates in community events, visits schools and hospitals, and serves as an ambassador for the university. Smoky's friendly and approachable demeanor makes him a hit with people of all ages. Over the years, several Smoky mascots have held the honored position. Each mascot is trained to become accustomed to the sights and sounds of game day, ensuring that they can handle the energetic atmosphere. The current Smoky, Smokey X, has been enthusiastically met by fans, continuing the tradition of this beloved mascot. In conclusion, Smoky the Tennessee sports mascot is a cherished figure who represents the University of Tennessee's sports teams. This American Bluetick Coonhound delights fans with his presence at games, and his involvement in the community makes him a true ambassador for the university..
Reviews for "A Tradition Unlike Any Other: Smoky's Role in Tennessee Football"
- Emily - 2/5 - I found "Smoky the Tennessee Sports Mascot" to be rather underwhelming. The storyline was predictable and lacked any real depth or originality. The characters were flat and one-dimensional, making it difficult for me to become emotionally invested in the story. Additionally, I felt that the writing style was subpar and lacked the necessary finesse to truly engage the reader. Overall, I was left disappointed and would not recommend this book to others.
- Jake - 1/5 - As an avid sports fan, I had high hopes for "Smoky the Tennessee Sports Mascot." Unfortunately, it failed to deliver on multiple levels. The plot was extremely weak and felt forced, making it difficult for me to stay engaged. The writing itself was amateurish, riddled with grammatical errors and awkward phrasing. Furthermore, the characters felt stereotypical and lacked any real depth or development. Overall, this book was a major letdown and I would not waste my time reading it again.
- Sarah - 2/5 - I was not impressed with "Smoky the Tennessee Sports Mascot." The book lacked any real substance or meaningful message. The plot was overly simplistic and lacked any real conflict or tension to keep me interested. The writing style was also quite sloppy, with choppy sentences and awkward transitions. Additionally, the characters were forgettable and failed to make a lasting impression. Overall, I found this book to be a forgettable and uninspiring read.