University of Georgia - Pandora Yearbook (Athens, GA)

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As the moment draws near, this bicyclist makes sure his equipment is ready for the hard ride about to take place. life At the starting line riders have high hopes and goals for the race. These competitors are focused on what their race strategies are going to be for this important event. Mary Hodge Twilight Criterium « 15

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Twilight DREAM IP M xcitement to the maximum speed describes the energy level of the 1 7th annual Twilight Criterium. This event is one of the major highlights of the many activities hosted by downtown during spring quarter. The 60Krace is known for its speeds of upwards to thirty miles per hour and sixty grueling laps around the tight terrain of downtown Athens. It IS a world famous criterium that awards the richest prize purse of its kind to the winners. The prestige of the Criterium brings approximately 200 of the best cyclists from around the world to compete in the thrilling race. Chris Homer was the winner of the Criterium. The race is known for being one of the best attended in the country, and Athens being a college town with students looking for a good time helps keep the tradition going. The party began around 5:00 pm with an in-line skating race and continued as the Criterium began around twilight. During the 60 laps fans congregated outside of the many bars and restaurants that line the course. The open bottle container law is suspended for this event and all the spectators have their wishes come true for one evening; the police officers can ' t ticket them for drinking on the streets! While the view from the sidewalk is spectacular when the group of riders pass by, one can only imagine what the competitors see while going faster than the speed limit allows. The neon lights and mass groups of fans all become a colorful collage that is more vivid than a dream. j JKl-ysi Bla.d :l: xxm 14 c Twilight Criterium r

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There ' s no place like HOME As the leaves start to turn and we kiss summer good- bye. Homecoming week is near. Homecoming is a time for Students to show their school spirit and for alumni to support their alma mater. During the week leading up to the Homecoming game, many activities are planned for stu- dent involvement. Various student organizations com- peted by painting store windows, making banners, and street painting. The parade on Friday afternoon and come- dian Paula Poundstone ' s performance were two highlights of the planned events. The parade had no official marshal this year and was led down Sanford Drive by the Redcoat Marching Band. Students VOted during the week for a male and female to represent the University fof the com- ing year. The title these two students would receive was also an option on the Homecoming ballot. Stephani Carter, who is a junior from Stone Mountain, was crowned Home- coming Queen. This year marked only the second election of a male for a Homecoming title and j unior Scott Mulkey, from Gainesville, was elected King. The game had an early kickoff, so the tailgaters arrived sooner than usual. The sun and slight breeze provided perfect football weather. Even though the crowd was not at full capacity, the red and black clad fans cheered the Dawgs to victory. coming A nsl V Surface Football players were greeted by a enthusiastic crowd as they wer introduced into Sanford Stadium 16 « Homecoming