Damon Evans Quotations

That is significant, because it shows there are opportunities available for minorities in upper level administration.

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.

It's not a good idea to have the student-athletes from the opposing team going into the stands. One of the many reasons you have the SEC rule of not allowing fans to go onto the court is to protect the players. Anytime you get the players in the stands, it makes it that much more difficult for the event management to protect the players.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

It's a natural fit and one that we are delighted has worked out in a way that suits the schedules of both schools.

I know that we want Rodney Garner to coach at the University of Georgia. We're pleased with the job he's done, not just recruiting, but coaching. He's a good coach, but more than that a good man.