Play Like a Champion Today

The one thing that makes the weather bearable during this time of the year is knowing that it’s football season. Football is a lifestyle in the US, whether they are fantasy fanatics, college fans or professional die hards, this; time of year football is everything. Everyone has loyalties to “their” teams and then we have teams that we love to hate.

Every Saturday during my childhood I witnessed my family turn into crazed College football fans. Our team: Notre Dame. Sure, watching the instant replays in the comfort of your own home, in your fuzzy slippers is one thing; but actually making the journey to the University Campus and being in that indescribable atmosphere is another thing. And it’s something that should be done at least once a season.

Every school has it’s traditions that other non-fans don’t know about. Notre Dame is full of them. From the “Play like a Champion Today” sign to the leprechaun that leads the cheer squad, here are a few of the other things that bring ND and their fans great joy.

The Band of the Fighting Irish: From the time they play on the steps and march to the stadium pre- game until they play the alma mater “Notre Dame, Our Mother” the famous band keeps the fan’s spirits high throughout.

Touchdown Jesus, Golden Dome, Sacred Heart Basilica and The Grotto are all places on campus that are important to ND and it’s football team that are must see’s if you ever attend.

 “WE. ARE. N.D”, push ups after each ND touchdown, “Go Irish” kickoff cheer, linking arms and swaying at the end of the game as the band plays. These are just a few of the things that Notre Dame fans know and love when they come to root for the Gold and Blue!