Kirby Smart's Call for Improved Crowd Support for Georgia Bulldogs

Monday, 7 October 2024, 10:06

Georgia Bulldogs coach Kirby Smart expressed dissatisfaction with the crowd's lack of noise during a recent college football game against Auburn. Highlighting the importance of home-field advantage, he urged Dawg Nation to rally behind the team. Smart reaffirmed his stance that the atmosphere at Sanford Stadium fell short of expectations.

Nytimes — Kirby Smart's Call for Improved Crowd Support for Georgia Bulldogs

Kirby Smart's Frustration with Crowd Noise

ATHENS, Ga. — Georgia Bulldogs coach Kirby Smart was openly critical of the crowd noise during the recent college football game against Auburn. In an interview postgame, Smart lamented the lack of energy, stating, “We’re trying to have a home-field advantage... and I can’t get crowd noise.”

Atmosphere Needs Improvement

Smart pointed out that Sanford Stadium has enjoyed a reputation as one of the loudest venues in the SEC. However, he felt this was not reflected during the game. “I know I got to do a better job as a coach, but we need these fans to support us,” he remarked.

Reactions from Fans and Media

Following Smart's comments, fans speculated various reasons for the subdued atmosphere, including disappointment over recent games and longer concession waits. The game itself lacked excitement with minimal explosive plays and no turnovers, impacting crowd engagement. “Maybe we take it for granted, we’ve won so many games at home,” Smart added, emphasizing the need for a united effort to create a challenging environment for opponents.

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