Gamecock Royalty: Behind the Scenes at Sir Big Spur’s Farm

Soda City Unleashed by Emily White

Episode notes

The roar of the crowd, the sound of Sandstorm pulsing through the stadium speakers, and the

sight of Sir Big Spur on the sidelines — it's a tradition that gets every Gamecock fan's heart

pumping. But what happens when the stadium lights turn off? We went behind the scenes with

the official handlers, Van and Beth Clark, on their farm to learn what it's like to care for a live

mascot.

In this episode of Soda City Unleashed, the Clarks shared the surprising story of how they

became the keepers of this feathered icon. They opened up about the dedication it takes to

raise a gamecock with such a big personality and an even bigger fan base.

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