There was a lot of excitement going on in Sanford Stadium this past weekend. The start of football season, a rain delay, and a 51-14 win left the people of Athens in good spirits. However one exciting factor stuck out among the rest, Russ' substitute for the week and the newest member of the UGA family, Que.

Photo by Athens GA Wedding Photographer Blane Marable

Although it's not official yet, Que is most likely next in line for the dawg house throne that sits upon the sidelines of Sanford Stadium. The grandson of the current Uga IX, Russ, he also comes from Savannah. Savannah is the home of the Seilers family, who have been breeding the English bulldogs since before 1956 when Uga I, the first live mascot to come from this lineage, became the face of the University of Georgia.

Athens Photographer Blane Marable was one of the first people to see Que in action, and he sees a champion! "He's solid white and has a lot of energy. While his grandfather Russ didn't really like loud noises, Que didn't seemed bothered at all by the powerful presence of the Redcoat Band. Even throughout the heat and the rain delay, he was full of energy. He should be named Uga X later this season in the Changing of the Collar ceremony. I think he will do an awesome job, he is great at posing for photos as well!"

Photo by Athens GA Wedding Photographer Blane Marable

The Changing of the Collar ceremony consists of the University President bringing both dogs onto the field during a game. He then takes the official collar off the current Uga and puts it on the new Uga. At this point the old Uga is officially considered retired and the newly throned Uga starts his reign. This picture below depicts the ceremony when Russ, Uga IX, was inducted. This year President Jere Morehead will be doing the honors.

The fans already love him! Dunia Wanna, a second year student at the University of Georgia said that before the game started she noticed that he was "walking all over the field, being adorable and energetic."

Photo by Athens GA Wedding Photographer Blane Marable

Well Que, although I'm a little disappointed that you're going to beat me out for the job...

I'm looking forward to seeing you between the hedges of Sanford Stadium on Saturdays in Athens!

Soon the name on the house will say "UGA X" and Que will take his spot. He currently has a perfect 1-0 record and hopefully it'll keep getting better.