Traditions




ORIGIN OF THE UNIVERSITY OF TULSA NICKNAME –– “GOLDEN HURRICANE”
In 1922, the Tulsa football team started working out in the fall with a new nickname "Yellow Jackets." In the past, Tulsa had been named "Kendallites," "Presbyterians," Tigers," "Orange and Black," "Tulsans," and, of course, "Yellow Jackets." Head coach Howard Acher, after a remark made in practice about "roaring through opponents," had seriously considered "Golden Tornadoes". However, it was learned that Georgia Tech already had chosen that tag in 1917. From the tornado, he evolved meteorologically to the hurricane. A few days before the team left for a game against Texas A&M, Acher asked the squad to vote on the name "Golden Hurricane," the gold being added because of the color of their new jerseys.
 

TULSA ALMA MATER18274
Hail to thee Alma Mater,
Gold and Blue,
Praise from thy sons and daughters,
Old and new.
Pride in our hearts,
Our voices let us raise,
Filled with devotion
We will sing thy praise.
Alma Mater, now we honor,
Loyal, always true,
We will lift our voice in chorus.
Hail to Tulsa U!

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TULSA FIGHT SONG
Down the Field to victory
On Tulsa on.
Fight on University, Battle on and on.
March to the goal line, oh Tulsa,
Score on mounting score.
March to the goal line, oh Tulsa,
Let the Hurricane roar.
Drive those (opponent) back and back,
On Tulsa on!
Gold, Blue, and Red, go right ahead,
Down the field to victory!

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WAVE THE FLAG18269
Florida has the "Gator Chomp" . . . Mississippi State has its "Cowbells" . . . Arkansas fans chant "Woo, Pig Sooie" . . . Florida State has its "War Chant" . . . Tennessee stadium is filled with "Orange and White Pom Pons" . . . and a tradition that began with the 2014 season . . . TU fans were asked to "Wave the Flag."
 
The idea actually was initiated when the TU Student Association provided flags to the student section for the 2013 Homecoming game. The sight of Hurricane flags waving on the east side of the stadium made a lasting impression, and sparked the vision of what an awesome spectacle it would be of a full stadium with waving Hurricane flags.
 
We trust that our fans will embrace 'Wave the Flag' so it becomes a long and cherished tradition at our school.
 


 

HURRICANE ALLEY @ TULSA FOOTBALL18271
Hurricane Alley is TU's premier pre-game party spot. Located at the Chapman Commons on Tucker Drive, Hurricane Alley consists of numerous activities: tailgate spots, inflatables for kids, live bands, GHC Tent, Alumni Tent, Corporate/Private Tents, etc.
 
Hurricane Alley opens 3 hours prior to kick-off.
 
To find out more information, please contact Nick Weisenborn at 918.631.3035 or by email at Nicholas-Weisenborn@utulsa.edu.
 






 
  
THE SOUND OF THE GOLDEN HURRICANE18276
The "Sound of the Golden Hurricane" marching band is open to all University of Tulsa students regardless of major, and serves as an integral part of TU game day festivities. In addition to its role in promoting school spirit, the "Sound" also provides a variety of halftime entertainment for the TU football crowd. Current and classic popular music, movie soundtracks, patriotic tunes, and many other genres are represented in the music selection of the "Sound." The band performs several different shows during the football season, in order to reach the largest audience possible throughout the year. Questions regarding the band should be addressed to Andrew Anderson, Director of Sports Bands.

  



 

BASKETBALL BANDS18268
During basketball season, students in the "Sound" are divided and collectively serve as a pep band in the student section of the Donald W. Reynolds Center. Two bands, numbering 25-35 members, alternate performing at home games, with the goal of creating home court advantage and excitement. The basketball bands play at most home games, and travel to all conference and national tournaments.