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The Most Significant Dates in Georgia Bulldogs History

By Darin Hayes 📅 2023-12-26
Here are some of the most memorable dates in Georgia Bulldogsfootball history, spanning from the program's very beginnings to a modern-day coaching legend.

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January 30, 1892:

UGA plays its first football game, marking the birth of the program and the "Deep South's Oldest Rivalry" with Auburn.

November 4, 1893:

The "Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate" rivalry with Georgia Tech commences, fueled by pre-existing tensions between the universities.

December 8-9, 1932:

UGA joins the newly formed Southeastern Conference, laying the foundation for future conference success.

November 28, 1942:

Frank Sinkwich becomes UGA's first Heisman Trophy winner, leading the team to a Rose Bowl victory and national championship claim.

January 1, 1943:

UGA secures its first Rose Bowl victory and solidifies its 1942 national championship.

December 4, 1963:

Vince Dooley is hired as head coach, beginning a transformative 25-year reign that included six SEC titles and a national championship.

November 8, 1980:

The iconic "Run, Lindsay, Run" play keeps national championship hopes alive in the thrilling "World's Largest Outdoor Cocktail Party" against Florida.



January 1, 1981:

UGA caps off an undefeated season and earns its first undisputed national championship with a Sugar Bowl victory over Notre Dame.

December 4, 1982:

Herschel Walker wins the Heisman Trophy, etching his name as one of UGA's greatest players.

December 26, 2000:

Mark Richt is hired as head coach, ushering in a new era of consistent success with numerous SEC titles and high rankings.

January 10, 2022:

at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana. The eighth College Football Playoff National Championship, had the Dawgs knocking off Alabama 33-18.

January 9, 2023:

at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California. The ninth College Football Playoff National Championship as UGA pummelled the TCU Horned Frogs 65-7 for their 2nd consecutive title.


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