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Aug 27, 2024 · The network had paid Georgia enough money for broadcasting rights to put UGA coach Vince Dooley within reach of buying permanent lights for Sanford Stadium - something the structure had not had since the 1950s.
Oct 9, 2019 · To enhance the gate, lights were added to perimeter of the stadium, nestled in the hedges. While the hedges retained their evergreen beauty, the light poles were ill-favored.
Georgia fans "light up" Sanford Stadium with their cell phones at night during a game against Mississippi State in 2017. The stadium was completed on time, and UGA convinced perennial powerhouse Yale , which has historically maintained close ties with UGA, to be their first opponent in the new stadium.
Jun 16, 2017 · In 1940, lights were added to the field level paving the way to the first Dooley Field at Sanford Stadium night game, a 7-7 tie between Georgia and Kentucky on October 26, 1940. Eventually, the East end of the stadium was enclosed, more lights added, and the capacity increased to 82,122.
Aug 22, 2023 · Hubbard told DawgNation that UGA Athletics was initially hesitant to accept Light Up Sanford due to its novelty, but after fans set Sanford aglow during the Notre Dame game, they were ready...
Jul 28, 2009 · In 1940, lights were added to the field level paving the way to the first Sanford Stadium night game, a 7-7 tie between Georgia and Kentucky on October 26, 1940. Eventually, the East end of the stadium was enclosed, more lights added, and the capacity increased to 82,122.
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Sep 21, 2017 · Two UGA Redcoat Band members came up with the idea to light up Sanford Stadium before the fourth quarter with smartphone flashlight apps. They were surprised at how fast this idea caught on.
