Cougs Win the Day with Kalia

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I can’t wait for you to meet Kalia, a member of the WSU Spirit Squad. If there’s one symbol connecting WSU students and alumni worldwide, it’s that timeless Cougar logo. It’s on flags, hats, sweatshirts, and if you’re spotted wearing one, you’ll hear a Go Cougs. Kalia knows what I’m talking about. She’ll expect to hear it. Let’s hear some of your favorite Coug traditions. Take it away, Kalia.

– Thanks, Alex. Before choosing Washington State University, I knew I want to attend a school with the ultimate college game day experience. I was so excited not only to see my acceptance into the school, but also be offered a spot on the cheerleading team. Washington State’s game day experience is truly like no other. You may think otherwise since we’re surrounded by wheat, but that’s where all the fun, memories, and traditions have grown into what they are today. Coug fans are conscious showing their energy and pride for WSU. Cougar Football Saturday is packed with passion and tradition. For the Cougar Prowl, fans fill the field house as they build their energy and wait to welcome our football team and wish them luck before they enter the stadium. Cougville is next where the fans can play a variety of games. There’s also live music to enjoy and performances the band, cheer and dance teams. Kickoff is ultimately where all the fun happens. My favorite tradition is during each third down when the band plays “Jaws” and the crowd follows the motions of the spirit teams. “Jaws” is played at all WC sporting events, so is “Back Home” by Andy Grammar. This song represents that you always have a home at WSU, no matter where you go. Students and alumni sing together to celebrate this Coug family reunion. Nothing beats wearing the Coug logo across my chest while cheering on our Cougs, and spending game days with the best college mascot, Butch T. Cougar. WSU has pushed me to be the best version of myself. I’ve succeeded athletically in national competitions as well as academically by maintaining my spot on the WSU Honor roll. That’s my story.

– Go Cougs.

– Back to you Alex.

– Let’s go!

– Wow Kalia, congrats on making the honor roll. Thanks for sharing your perspective of the game day atmosphere at Wazoo. It’s that excitement and energy that has students coming back home, even years after they graduate. Thanks again, Kalia and Go Cougs!