The Minuteman Marching Band is the heartbeat of UMass game days, performing a spirited pregame show and keeping energy alive throughout.
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Pregame Rituals
Sam the Minuteman, the school's musket-toting mascot, fires up the crowd and is a favorite photo opportunity for visiting families.
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In-Game Moments
The team's entrance through the tunnel on the south end is accompanied by the fight song 'Fight Mass,' and students rally with a series of coordinated cheers.
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Must Experience
Homecoming weekend brings the most pageantry, with a parade through campus and alumni gatherings that give McGuirk its fullest, most festive atmosphere of the year.
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PRO TIP
Arrive early enough to watch the Minuteman Marching Band's pregame performance — it's the emotional highlight of the day.