Potential Magazine September 2014 | Page 30

University of Mississippi ( Ole Miss) Rebels Jacksonville State University Gamecocks Colors: Crimson & Navy Mascot: Rebel the Black Bear Colors: Red & White Mascot: Cocky The folks at Ole Miss have taken tailgating to an entirely different level. Here, tents in the famous “Grove” area (a 10-acre park full of ancient oaks) feature crystal chandeliers, silver candelabras, fine table linens and professionally arranged floral centerpieces. Fans, especially students, are dressed up: girls in flirty dresses and boys in khakis and button-down shirts. And then there’s the food; there’s no grilling allowed in the Grove, but that’s okay. You’ll find everything from Mississippi mud pie to roasted oysters. The saying in Oxford is, “We may not win the game, but we always win the party.” Claim to Fame: Most college teams have a special cheer, but Ole Miss’ Hotty Toddy chant is one of the most i