14 Quotes by Damon Evans

Moving up doesn't bother me, ... but the only thing I'd be concerned about is the football staff has their plans together, and it is difficult to have to make changes this late in the game.

Nothing characterizes the tradition of college football more than the Georgia-Florida game in Jacksonville. It is one of the nation's most unique and enduring rivalries and we are excited that Jacksonville will continue to host this very special event that has meant so much not only to both universities, but also college football on a national level.

I didn't get off a good shot. I didn't know how much time was left.

I don't think (Pearl) had bad intentions whatsoever. I can't tell you what he was thinking, but I know Coach Pearl is excited about what's going on with Tennessee basketball, which he should be. I just don't think it's a good idea to have the student athletes in the crowd because it breaks down the entire mechanism for protecting the players.

This will be a great asset to the three sports that compete in the coliseum.

Coach Hartman has been an integral part of our athletic program over many, many years. He played a significant role in the growth and success of the athletic association and has touched the lives of Georgia people both young and old for the better part of a century. He has a very big place in the history and tradition of the University of Georgia.

There will be other incentives, but right now the graduation rate is something we consider very, very significant.

It's unfortunate that in 2006 this is still a hot topic. I still think there are some issues out there, some hurdles that minorities and women face with higher ranking jobs, not just in athletic administration but the public and private sector as well.

The numbers are very, very significant. He would pay us the same thing if he was to leave that we would pay him if we were to fire him.