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As you are all aware Texas A&M is joining the SEC on July 1. I was asked by Texas A&M university to introduce themselves and more importantly let them get to know University of Tennessee fans in terms of game day traditions, places to eat while in Knoxville, etc. I need you guys help in providing info and feedback to their fans. Youll also get to learn a little bit about the Aggies too..
Here's a snapshot of Texas A&M:
Location: College Station, Texas (about 90 miles northwest of Houston)
Colors: Maroon & White
Nickname: Aggies
Founded: 1876 (first public university in Texas)
Enrollment: 49,861 Students
There are a few questions listed below that theyd like us to answer so they can take that info back to educate their fan base about us.
- What are the best restaurants and attractions to visit when the Aggies are in Knoxville?
- What are some of your game day traditions?
- Who are your most famous/notable alumni?
- What is the University of Tennessee most known for?
- Whats the most important thing you think Aggie fans need to know about the University of Tennessee?
Here are a few of Texas A&Ms Traditions Explained:
Kyle Field Texas A&Ms football stadium opened in 1927 on a plot of land purchased by Professor of Horticulture E.J. Kyle. Today, the stadium boasts a seating capacity of 83,000+. When the crowd sings the Aggie War Hymn they saw back and forth which actually moves the stadium from side to side.
The 12th Man This term refers to the entire student body. After several injuries during a football game in 1922, the Aggies were down to just 11 players. Student E. King Gill came from the stands, suited up and stood ready to go on the field if needed. The spirit of this Twelfth Man continues, as current students stand during the entire game to support their team.
Howdy Howdy is the official greeting of Texas A&M. Students greeting one another, and especially visitors, with a howdy has earned the university a reputation as one of the friendliest campuses in the world.
Yell Leaders Aggies dont cheer, they yell! Look for Aggie Yell Leaders in front of the student section at athletics events, wearing all white and encouraging their peers to show their Aggie Spirit. Listen for the A&M student body doing different Yells during any A&M sporting event.
Midnight Yell A&Ms version of a 25,000 person pep rally. At midnight the night before each home game, Aggie fans gather at Kyle Field and Yell Leaders get the crowd pumped and ready to support the Aggies in the next days contest.
Gig em Aggies will often flash a thumbs up and say gig em. This started at a yell practice before the 1930 TCU football game, when Aggie Pinky Downs shouted, What are we gonna do to those Horned Frogs? He then gave the crowd a thumbs-up yelling the answer, Gig em, Aggies! A gig is a sharp-pronged tool used for hunting frogs.
Corps of Cadets Texas A&M began as an all-male military institution. While todays membership is voluntary, the Corps of Cadets makes up about 4% of the total student body at A&M both male and female and is the largest uniformed body of students outside the U.S. military academies.
Fightin Texas Aggie Band The nationally acclaimed Fightin Texas Aggie Band, which is comprised of members of the Corps of Cadets, is known for its military precision and style. Click here for a half time clip ('Aggie War Hymn' starts at 6 minute mark)
Reveille The official mascot of Texas A&M. Reveille first came to campus in 1931, after a group of cadets found a stray dog on the road. Miss Rev, as cadets address her, can be seen around campus, in class or attending a number of events.
Were working with Texas A&M University on this program in an official capacity. Remember that your replies to this thread will be read by fans at Texas A&M, and officials at the University. Lets represent Vol fans well as we welcome Texas A&M University as the 13th member of the SEC!
Here's a snapshot of Texas A&M:
Location: College Station, Texas (about 90 miles northwest of Houston)
Colors: Maroon & White
Nickname: Aggies
Founded: 1876 (first public university in Texas)
Enrollment: 49,861 Students
There are a few questions listed below that theyd like us to answer so they can take that info back to educate their fan base about us.
- What are the best restaurants and attractions to visit when the Aggies are in Knoxville?
- What are some of your game day traditions?
- Who are your most famous/notable alumni?
- What is the University of Tennessee most known for?
- Whats the most important thing you think Aggie fans need to know about the University of Tennessee?
Here are a few of Texas A&Ms Traditions Explained:
Kyle Field Texas A&Ms football stadium opened in 1927 on a plot of land purchased by Professor of Horticulture E.J. Kyle. Today, the stadium boasts a seating capacity of 83,000+. When the crowd sings the Aggie War Hymn they saw back and forth which actually moves the stadium from side to side.
The 12th Man This term refers to the entire student body. After several injuries during a football game in 1922, the Aggies were down to just 11 players. Student E. King Gill came from the stands, suited up and stood ready to go on the field if needed. The spirit of this Twelfth Man continues, as current students stand during the entire game to support their team.
Howdy Howdy is the official greeting of Texas A&M. Students greeting one another, and especially visitors, with a howdy has earned the university a reputation as one of the friendliest campuses in the world.
Yell Leaders Aggies dont cheer, they yell! Look for Aggie Yell Leaders in front of the student section at athletics events, wearing all white and encouraging their peers to show their Aggie Spirit. Listen for the A&M student body doing different Yells during any A&M sporting event.
Midnight Yell A&Ms version of a 25,000 person pep rally. At midnight the night before each home game, Aggie fans gather at Kyle Field and Yell Leaders get the crowd pumped and ready to support the Aggies in the next days contest.
Gig em Aggies will often flash a thumbs up and say gig em. This started at a yell practice before the 1930 TCU football game, when Aggie Pinky Downs shouted, What are we gonna do to those Horned Frogs? He then gave the crowd a thumbs-up yelling the answer, Gig em, Aggies! A gig is a sharp-pronged tool used for hunting frogs.
Corps of Cadets Texas A&M began as an all-male military institution. While todays membership is voluntary, the Corps of Cadets makes up about 4% of the total student body at A&M both male and female and is the largest uniformed body of students outside the U.S. military academies.
Fightin Texas Aggie Band The nationally acclaimed Fightin Texas Aggie Band, which is comprised of members of the Corps of Cadets, is known for its military precision and style. Click here for a half time clip ('Aggie War Hymn' starts at 6 minute mark)
Reveille The official mascot of Texas A&M. Reveille first came to campus in 1931, after a group of cadets found a stray dog on the road. Miss Rev, as cadets address her, can be seen around campus, in class or attending a number of events.
Were working with Texas A&M University on this program in an official capacity. Remember that your replies to this thread will be read by fans at Texas A&M, and officials at the University. Lets represent Vol fans well as we welcome Texas A&M University as the 13th member of the SEC!
