Tiger Kickoff presented an interesting opportunity for me as a photo editor, as it allowed me to primarily go through archival photos to put together a cohesive package. As a part of a team of less than 10, including writers, editors, and designers, I helped to put together great photo packages that enhanced every story they were a part of, while also gaining great experience in editing special sections.
On Nov. 6, 2011, Missouri was announced as the 14th members of the Southeastern Conference; just nine months later, Southeastern Conference powerhouse Georgia came into Columbia for the first time ever.
On Sept. 12, 2012, a game years in the making was played at Memorial Stadium in Columbia when the Georgia Bulldogs faced the Missouri Tigers.
The two had met prior in the 1960 Orange Bowl, but this game would be the first with both in the eastern division of the SEC. Georgia would go on to win the game 40-21, but the game ended as an important moment for MU and the city of Columbia.