The Citadel Mascots

The Citadel Mascots

Bulldogs
noted for their vigor and composed disposition... they are fiercely loyal and their grip is very powerful against resistance...
The Citadel has two bulldog mascots, Boo and General, whose main duty is to provide morale for the Corps of Cadets, faculty and staff and all of the Bulldog athletic teams. Other duties include barking at opposing teams, eating numerous dog biscuits throughout the day and being pampered by the cadets that help take care of them while school is in session.
General
General, who was born June 18, 2003, became the first live mascot to live on The Citadel campus since the 1950s. The mascot program was created by the Class of 2003, which wanted to leave a gift to the college. The class raised $1,000 toward the program's startup. General was donated in August 2003 by the late Hazel Groshon of James Island, S.C. General comes from a long line of bulldog royalty. He is the nephew of Uga V, the former mascot for the University of Georgia. General's other relatives include the bulldog representatives for the United State Marine Corps and Mississippi State University. General was named by Corps of Cadets following a contest to find the best name.
A Long Line of Boos
Boo IX was born on Sept. 30, 2003, and was donated by Citadel alumnus Fred Ducker, '63. He joins General as a member of the two-dog mascot team that attends special events, football games, parades and anything involving the Corps of Cadets. Boo IX is named after Lt. Col. Thomas Nugent Courvoisie, a former commandant, and comes from a long line of Bulldogs that have been serving The Citadel for more than 15 years.

Where to Find Them

Both mascots are available upon request to attend Citadel-related events. The mascots are handled by Assistant Athletic Director Mike Groshon, who serves as their caretaker. Groshon is also responsible for overseeing the six-cadet dog handling team. The dog handlers can be identified by their red or blue polo shirts and khaki pants. During weekly parades, General and Boo can be found near the reviewing stands. Dr. John Bradford, '77, is donating veterinary care.

Bulldog Barracks

About General

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General

5 years

64 lbs.

Moultrie, Ga.

About Boo

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Boo IX

5 years

74 lbs.

Myrtle Beach, S.C.

About the Caretaker

Mike Groshon, the Assistant Athletic Director for Facilities/Equipment, is the primary caretaker for Boo and General. Groshon can be seen at most athletic events with either Boo or General, or both, trotting along in front of him.

In addition to caring for the Bulldogs, Groshon coordinates the facility needs for the department of athletics. He is directly responsible for all maintenance and setup for all athletic events, as well as the transportation for all of The Citadel varsity athletic teams.

In addition, he oversees the game-day playing surface at Johnson Hagood Stadium, the football team’s practice fields (Willson Field and Freshman Field), and other athletic facilities. Groshon also is responsible for coordinating special events hosted by the athletic department.