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NCAA Football History - Texas A+M Aggies History
Aggie Terminology
Every university has its own set of traditions which help
to distinguish it from other institutions. Texas A&M
University is no exception. Perhaps nowhere else, though,
are those traditions as interwoven into the very fabric
of the university than they are at Texas A&M. As a result,
Aggies have a lingo that is all their own. The following
list of terms helps to define what being an Aggie is all
about.
A&M
Shortened form for Texas A&M University. Originally,
the letters stood for Agricultural and Mechanical College
of Texas; now, the letters are retained merely as part of
the University’s tradition and history.
Aggie
A student, former student or supporter of Texas A&M
University. Term is derived from A&M’s agricultural
heritage. Aggies are sometimes also referred to as farmers.
Aggie Code of Honor
For many years, Aggies have followed a Code of Honor, which
is stated in this very simple verse: “Aggies do not
lie, cheat, or steal, nor do they tolerate those who do.”
Aggieland
Home of Texas A&M University.
All-U Night
All-University Night—the first Yell Practice of the
semester. Event includes introductions of men’s and
women’s intercollegiate athletic teams, coaching staff
and yell leaders.
Association of Former Students
There is no such thing at A&M as an alumni association
or an Ex-Aggie; there are only former students. The Association
of Former Students serves the same purpose as an alumni
association, but an individual doesn’t have to graduate
from A&M to be a member. Once an Aggie, always an Aggie.
Corps of Cadets
Military-oriented organization, which is the oldest student
group on the A&M campus. Texas A&M annually commissions
more officers for the armed forces than any other ROTC source
in the nation.
Elephant Walk
Annual ceremony held the day before bonfire in which seniors
gather in front of the Academic Building, form a single
line and wander about the campus like old elephants seeking
a secluded spot to end their days.
Fish
A freshman.
Fish Camp
Freshman orientation camp held just before classes begin
in the fall. Provides an overall introduction to Texas A&M.
Gig ’Em
One of many Aggie yells.
Howdy!
Traditional Aggie greeting; a derivative of “hello”.
Sometimes garbled to sound like “hahdy”. Aggies
pride themselves on their friendliness and greet each other
and visitors with a “Howdy” as they walk across
campus.
Hullabaloo, Caneck! Caneck!
First words to the “Aggie War Hymn,” A&M’s
fight song, which was written by J.V. (Pinky) Wilson while
standing guard on the Rhine during World War I.
Humping It
Position taken by an Aggie when giving a yell. Bending
forward from the waist with the hands placed just above
the knees properly aligns the back, mouth and throat for
maximum volume.
Jollie Rollie
G. Rollie White Coliseum—the place where the Aggies
play volleyball. Before Reed Arena was built, "Jollie
Rollie" was the home of Aggie Basketball and held special
events like graduation, Muster and Town Hall concerts.
MSC
Memorial Student Center. No one steps on the grass surrounding
the MSC, which was built in honor of Aggies who died in
battle.
Ol’ Army
Like it “used to be” at A&M.
Redpots
The students responsible for coordinating the building
of Bonfire. There are 16 (8 seniors, 8 juniors), and they
wear red hardhats or “pots”.
Sully
Statue of Lawrence Sullivan Ross, former Governor of Texas
and former President of Texas A&M. It stands in front
of the Academic Building.
t.u.
That “other school” in Austin is not the “University
of Texas.” To an Aggie, it’s “t.u.,”
without capital letters.
Tea-sip
Student at t.u.
Two Percenters
Students who do not display the true Aggie Spirit.
Whoop!
Aggie expression of approval.
Yell Practice
Spirit session which builds enthusiasm for an upcoming
athletic contest. Under the direction of the Yell Leaders,
Aggies show their support for the team by shouting the yells
with spirit and singing the Aggie songs with pride. Held
at midnight at Kyle Field before home football games.
Silver Taps
This is one of the most emotional of all Aggie traditions.
The solemn ceremony is a tribute and honor to an Aggie who
has died. The ceremony is held in front of the Academic
Building on the first Tuesday of every month at 10:30 p.m.,
if a student died during the preceding month. Students gather
around the area, the campus lights are dimmed (cars included);
chimes play from the Albritton Tower; a detachment from
the Ross Volunteers fires three volleys; and buglers from
the Aggie band play Silver Taps three times. The Ceremony
is quite moving because the only sense one witnesses it
with is sound. The family members of the deceased Aggie
are invited as special guests at the ceremony.
Muster
Muster was first held in 1883 when Aggies met June 26 to
“live over their college days.” The early meetings
were parties and banquets held during the commencement exercises.
Soon, a permanent date was set — April 21 —
and it became a time to pay homage to students and former
students who died during the past year. At today’s
Muster, living comrades answer “here” to the
roll call at the largest ceremony before a full house in
Reed Arena, for their friends who have passed on. During
World War I, groups of Aggies held Muster in trenches in
Europe. In l923, former students began holding Muster throughout
Texas, the nation and numerous other parts of the world
— to let Aggies remember old days and meet old friends.
The 12th Man
The 12th Man tradition was born in 1922 at the Dixie Classic
in Dallas, Texas. Today, students stand throughout the entire
game in readiness in case they are needed to go into the
game.
One of the most well-known traditions at Texas A&M
is the 12th Man. The story of this colorful tradition has
been told and retold to generations of Aggie students, and
is part of the cohesive substance that binds A&M students
together forever. The 12th Man is the reason A&M students
stand for each entire football game. When Aggie students
stand during games, it is this spirit and loyalty they are
remembering. They stand in readiness in case they are needed
to go into the game like the original 12th Man, E. King
Gill.
The Late Dr. Gill of Corpus Christi related this story
a few years ago:
"It was in January, 1922, following the 1921 football
season. The Aggies were SWC champions and had been invited
to play Centre College in what was then called the Dixie
Classic in Dallas. I had played on the football team but
was on the basketball team at that time and those in charge
felt I was more valuable to the basketball team (Gill was
an All-SWC basketball player in 1923). I was in Dallas,
however, and even rode to the stadium in the same taxi with
Coach Dana X. Bible. I was in civilian clothes and was not
to be in uniform. Coach Bible asked me to assist in spotting
players for the late Jinx Tucker (sports editor of the Waco
News-Tribune) in the press box. So, I was up in the press
box, helping Jinx Tucker when, near the end of the first
half, I was called down to the Texas A&M bench. There
had been a number of injuries but it was not until I arrived
on the field that I learned that Coach Bible wanted me to
put on a football uniform and be ready to play if he needed
me. There were no dressing rooms at the stadium in those
days. The team had dressed downtown at the hotel and traveled
to the stadium in taxi cabs. Anyway, I put on the uniform
of one of the injured players. We got under the stands and
he put on my clothes and I put on his uniform. I was ready
to play but never was sent into the game.”
The Aggie War Hymn
Hullabaloo, Caneck! Caneck!
Hullabaloo, Caneck! Caneck!
First Verse
All hail to dear old Texas A&M,
Rally around Maroon and White,
Good luck to the dear old Texas Aggies,
They are the boys who show the fight.
That good old Aggie spirit thrills us.
And makes us yell and yell and yell; --
So let's fight for dear old Texas A&M,
We're goin' to beat you all to --
Chig-gar-roo-gar-rem!
Chig-gar-roo-gar-rem!
Rough! Tough!
Real stuff! Texas A&M!
Second Verse
Good-bye to Texas University.
So long to the Orange and White.
Good luck to the dear old Texas Aggies,
They are the boys who show
the real old fight.
The eyes of Texas are upon you.
That is the song they sing so well,
So, good-bye to Texas University,
We're goin' to beat you all to --
Chig-gar-roo-gar-rem!
Chig-gar-roo-gar-rem!
Rough! Tough!
Real stuff! Texas A&M!
Saw Varsity's Horns Off (normally follows War Hymn)
Saw Varsity's Horns Off!
Saw Varsity's Horns Off!
Saw Varsity's Horns Off!
Short!
Varsity's Horns are Sawed Off!
Varsity's Horns are Sawed Off!
Varsity's Horns are Sawed Off!
Short!
The Spirit of Aggieland
Some may boast of prowess bold
Of the school they think so grand,
But there's a spirit can ne'er be told
It's the spirit of Aggieland.
Chorus
We are the Aggies -- the Aggies are we.
True to each other as Aggies can be.
We've got to FIGHT boys,
We've got to FIGHT!
We've got to fight for Maroon and White.
After they' ve boosted all the rest,
They will come and join the best.
For we are the Aggies --
the Aggies so true,
We're from Texas A. M. U.
Second Chorus
T--E--X--A--S, A--G--G--I--E,
Fight! Fight! Fight! Fight! Fight!
Fight! Maroon!
White--White--White!
A--G--G--I--E, Texas!
Texas! A. M. U.
GIG 'EM AGGIES! 1! 2! 3!
FARMERS FIGHT! FARMERS FIGHT!
Fight -- fight --
Farmers, farmers, fight!
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