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BYU Traditions

LaVell Edwards Stadium · Provo, UT

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The Traditions
The Cougar Walk is a must-see pregame tradition, where players walk from the Marriott Center to the stadium through corridors of cheering fans about two hours before kickoff.
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Pregame Rituals
Keep your eyes on the mountain east of campus — the massive block Y is lit up for night games and is an iconic symbol visible from across the valley.
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In-Game Moments
After every BYU score, the crowd erupts into the fight song "Rise and Shout, the Cougars Are Out," and Cosmo the Cougar, one of college football's most acrobatic mascots, entertains with backflips and crowd stunts throughout the game.
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PRO TIP
Line the Cougar Walk route early to high-five players — it's one of the most accessible and exciting pregame traditions in the Big 12.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Traditions

What are the most famous BYU traditions?

BYU has a rich set of game day traditions built up over decades of college football. From pregame walk-outs to halftime rituals, the experience at LaVell Edwards Stadium is shaped as much by what happens around the game as the game itself.

What chants do BYU fans use?

BYU fans have signature chants and crowd responses that are part of the in-stadium experience. New visitors are often surprised by how quickly the crowd syncs up on key plays — especially third downs and touchdowns.

Is there a pregame show at LaVell Edwards Stadium?

Most programs including BYU feature pregame band performances, team walk-outs, and student section traditions before kickoff. Arriving 60–90 minutes early lets you experience the full pregame atmosphere at LaVell Edwards Stadium.

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