Every Texas fan knows 'Hook 'em Horns,' the iconic hand signal you'll see everywhere on game day. Before kickoff, the Longhorn Band's entrance and performance of 'Texas Fight' sends the crowd into a frenzy.
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Pregame Rituals
Bevo, the live longhorn steer mascot, holds court on the sideline and is one of college football's most recognizable mascots. After every score, Smokey the Cannon fires a blast that reverberates through the stadium.
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In-Game Moments
The most sacred tradition is 'The Eyes of Texas,' sung by the entire stadium after every game — win or lose — with players facing the student section.
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PRO TIP
Stay after the game regardless of the outcome to experience 'The Eyes of Texas' — leaving early means missing the defining tradition.