The UGA Bulldogs mascot is one of the most iconic and beloved symbols of the University of Georgia. The mascot is a live English Bulldog who attends athletic events and represents the school's spirit and pride. UGA is short for "University of Georgia," and the number that follows represents the line of dogs that have served as the mascot. UGA is a part of a long line of Bulldogs that have held the position of the university's mascot since 1956. The first UGA, also known as "Hood's Ole Dan," was anointed the official mascot after being given to the university by Frank W. "Sonny" Seiler and his family.
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"Sonny" Seiler and his family. Since then, there have been multiple UGAs who have all held the position with great honor. The UGA Bulldogs mascot has become so synonymous with the University of Georgia that many people refer to the athletic teams and fans as the "Dawgs.
Plot
Young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto are swept away by a tornado from their Kansas farm to the magical Land of Oz, and embark on a quest with three new friends to see the Wizard, who can return her to her home and fulfill the others' wishes.
When a tornado rips through Kansas, Dorothy Gale and her dog, Toto, are whisked away in their house to the magical Land of Oz. They follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City to meet the Wizard, and on the way, they meet a Scarecrow who wants a brain, a Tin Man who wants a heart, and a Cowardly Lion who wants courage. The Wizard asks them to bring him the Wicked Witch of the West's broom to earn his help. —Jwelch5742
After a tornado hurls through Kansas, Dorothy Gale and her dog, Toto, are swept away from their home to the colorful and vibrant Land of Oz. In order to find their way back home, they must embark on a journey to the Emerald City, where the Wizard of Oz resides. On the way, they are accompanied by a Scarecrow who wants a brain, a Tin Man who wants a heart, and a Cowardly Lion who wants courage. They are hopeful that the Wizard will be able to fulfill their wishes, but not far behind them is the Wicked Witch of the West, who is out for revenge on Dorothy after she accidentally killed her sister, the Wicked Witch of the East. —goddangwatir
After being swept away in a tornado, a young heroine named Dorothy and her dog Toto end up in a wonderful land called Oz where she embarks on a journey to see the Wizard of Oz in order to get home and makes friends with a Scarecrow who wants a brain, a Tinman who wants a heart, and a Lion who wants some courage all while avoiding a wicked witch who is after her ruby slippers.
Synopsis
Dorothy Gale (Judy Garland) is an orphaned teenager who lives with her Auntie Em (Clara Blandick) and Uncle Henry (Charley Grapewin) on a Kansas farm in the early 1900s. She daydreams about going "over the rainbow" after Miss Gulch (Margaret Hamilton), a nasty neighbor, hits Dorothy's dog Toto (Terry) on the back with a rake, causing Toto to bite her. Miss Gulch shows up with an order to take Toto to the sheriff to be euthanize him, but Toto jumps out of the basket on the back of Miss Gulch's bicycle and runs back to Dorothy. Fearing that Miss Gulch, who does not know that Toto has escaped, will return, Dorothy takes the dog and runs away from home. She meets an itinerant phony fortune teller, Professor Marvel (Frank Morgan), who immediately guesses that Dorothy has run away. Pretending to tell her fortune and wishing to reunite Dorothy with her aunt, he tells her that Auntie Em has fallen ill from worry over her.
Dorothy immediately returns home with Toto, only to find a tornado approaching. Unable to reach her family in their storm cellar, Dorothy enters the house, is knocked unconscious by the storm's violence, and apparently begins to dream. Along with her house and Toto, she's swept from her sepia-toned world to the magical, beautiful, dangerous and technicolor land of Oz. The tornado drops Dorothy's house on the Wicked Witch of the East (also link=nm0002121) , killing her. The witch ruled the Land of the Munchkins, little people who think at first that Dorothy herself must be a witch. The Wicked Witch of the West (Margaret Hamilton again), who is the sister of the dead witch, threatens Dorothy. But Glinda (Billie Burke), the Good Witch of the North, gives Dorothy the dead witch's enchanted Ruby Slippers, and the slippers protect her. Glinda advises that if Dorothy wants to go home to Kansas, she should seek the aid of the Wizard of Oz, who lives in the Emerald City. To get there, Dorothy sets off down the Yellow Brick Road.
Before she's followed the road very far, Dorothy meets a talking scarecrow whose dearest wish is to have a brain. Hoping that the wizard can help him, the Scarecrow (Ray Bolger) joins Dorothy on her journey. They come upon the Tin Woodman (Jack Haley), who was caught in the rain and is so rusty he can't move. When they oil his joints so he can walk and talk again, he confesses that he longs for a heart; he too joins Dorothy. As they walk through a dense forest, they encounter the Cowardly Lion (Bert Lahr), who wishes for courage and joins the quest in the hope that the wizard will give him some. Dorothy's three friends resemble the three farmhands who work for Dorothy's aunt and uncle back in Kansas.
On the way to the Emerald City, Dorothy and her friends are hindered and menaced by the Wicked Witch of the West. She incites trees to throw apples at them, then tries to set the scarecrow on fire. Within sight of the city, the witch conjures up a field of poppies that cause Dorothy, Toto, and the lion to fall asleep. Glinda saves them by making it snow, which counteracts the effects of the poppies.
The four travelers marvel at the wonders they find in the Emerald City a guard (Frank Morgan) them in but agrees then, the horse driver (Frank Morgan again) takes them for a drive and takes time to freshen up: Dorothy, Toto and the Lion have their hair done, the Tin Woodman gets polished, and the scarecrow receives an infusion of fresh straw stuffing. As they emerge looking clean and spiffy, the Wicked Witch appears on her broomstick and sky-writes "Surrender Dorothy" above the city. The friends are frustrated at their reception by the "great and powerful" Wizard of Oz (Frank Morgan again) -- at first the guard won't receive them at all. When they finally see him The doorkeeper (Frank Morgan again) lets them in because he had an Aunt Em himself, the Wizard declines to help them until they bring him the broomstick of the Wicked Witch of the West. Daunted but determined, they set off again.
The witch sends winged monkeys to attack Dorothy's party before they reach her castle; the monkeys snatch Dorothy and Toto and scatter the others. When the witch finds that the Ruby Slippers can't be taken against Dorothy's will as long as the girl is alive, she turns her hourglass and threatens that Dorothy will die when it runs out. Meanwhile, Toto has escaped and run for help. Dressed as guardsmen, the Lion, the Tin Man, and the Scarecrow sneak into the castle and free Dorothy. They're discovered before they can escape, however, and the witch and her guards corner them and set the Scarecrow on fire. Dorothy douses him with a pail of water, splashing the witch by accident. The water causes the witch to disintegrate ("I'm melting!"). The guards are happy to let Dorothy have the witch's broomstick, and Dorothy and her friends return to the Emerald City.
The wizard isn't pleased to see them again. He blusters until Toto pulls aside a curtain in the corner of the audience chamber to reveal an old man who resembles Professor Marvel pulling levers and speaking into a microphone -- the so-called wizard, as the Scarecrow says, is a humbug. He's abashed and apologetic, but quickly finds ways to help Dorothy's friends: a diploma for the Scarecrow, a medal of valor for the Lion, and a testimonial heart-shaped watch for the Tin Man. Then he reveals that he's from Kansas himself and came to Oz in a hot-air balloon, in which he proposes to take Dorothy home.
The wizard appoints the Scarecrow, Tin Man, and Lion rulers of Oz in his absence. Just as the balloon is about to take off Toto runs after a cat and Dorothy follows him. Unable to stop, the wizard leaves without Dorothy. But Glinda appears and explains that Dorothy has always had the power to get home; Glinda didn't tell her before because Dorothy wouldn't have believed it. Bidding her friends a tearful good-bye, Dorothy taps her heels together three times, repeats "There's no place like home," and the Ruby Slippers take her and Toto back to Kansas.
Dorothy wakes up in her own bed with a washcloth on her head as Auntie Em and Uncle Henry fuss over her. Professor Marvel and the farmhands Hunk (Ray Bolger again), Hickory (Jack Haley again), and Zeke (Bert Lahr again) stop by to see how she's doing. She raises indulgent laughter when she tells them about Oz, but she's so happy to be home she doesn't mind that they don't believe her. Miss Gulch is never mentioned again.
Miss Hamilton said she won the role largely because of her shudder-producing witch’s cackle, which she developed while playing the same part in stage versions of the L. Frank Baum classic children’s book.
" Fans can often be heard cheering "Go Dawgs!" at games and events. The UGA mascot is also known for being present at football games, where he can be seen on the sidelines or sometimes even being led by his handler across the field before the game. UGA, as the mascot, is a beloved figure on campus and throughout the university community. The English Bulldog breed is known for its strength, loyalty, and determination, qualities that are reflected in the university and its athletic teams. The mascot's presence at games and events serves as a reminder of the school's long-standing traditions and the spirit of the Bulldog Nation..
Reviews for "Uga's Influence on Bulldogs' Football Success: More than Just a Coincidence?"
1. John - 1 star - I couldn't understand the hype around the Uga bulldog mascot. To be honest, I found it quite boring and unappealing. The bulldog looked sluggish and didn't seem to have any energy or charisma. It was just there, sitting on the sidelines, while the game was going on. I expected more enthusiasm and excitement from a team mascot. Overall, it was a disappointing experience.
2. Sarah - 2 stars - I am not a fan of the Uga bulldogs mascot. I found it to be too intimidating and threatening, especially for young children. The sight of a big bulldog with a fierce expression on its face can be quite scary. I think team mascots should be more approachable and friendly. The Uga bulldog seemed unapproachable and didn't create a playful and welcoming atmosphere. I believe there are better mascot options out there that would be more suitable for a university team.
3. David - 3 stars - I wasn't impressed with the Uga bulldogs mascot. While I understand that it represents the university and team, I found it to be too traditional and cliché. There was nothing unique or standout about the bulldog. It didn't have any distinctive features or characteristics that would make it memorable. In my opinion, a more creative and engaging mascot would have been a better choice. The Uga bulldogs mascot failed to leave a lasting impression on me.
4. Melissa - 2 stars - The Uga bulldogs mascot didn't live up to my expectations. I found it to be quite outdated and old-fashioned. In today's modern world, where mascots are becoming more dynamic and interactive, the Uga bulldogs felt like it belonged in a different era. It lacked the vibrant and lively presence that other mascots bring to a game. I would have preferred a mascot that could engage the crowd, rather than just being a passive observer on the sidelines.