Other articles about SWC hand signs that I am aware of have appeared in The Batt (A&M's newspaper), Dallas Monthly, and publications by Dave Campbell (Texas H.S.
Gretchen Pressley, " Get Your Guns Up! Shooting down the competition and showing your Texas Tech pride", Texas Tech Today (Feb. "The Southwest Conference may not have the best teams, but it does have the best school hand signs." Paul Burka, " Texas Primer: Football Hand Signals", Texas Monthly (Oct. The site I referred you to has multiple external links to the many SWC handsigns (which include information about our 'Guns Up' handsign) and references related to Texas Tech's unique hand sign: Click to find external links to the other SWC hand signals.Ĭlick to expand.Yes you could write your own article but a lack of legitimate references would prevent it from being published. Living in Austin with his wife Roxie, Dippel came up "guns up" as a way to counter the "Hook 'em Horns" handsign he saw each day from University of Texas fans.Īt the bottom of the page you will find a blue bar labeled Hand Signals of the Southwest Conference. Creation of "guns up" is attributed to 1961 Texas Tech alumnus, L. Hand signals were an important part of the traditions of the schools in the Southwest Conference. Click to find external links to the other SWC hand signals. Shortly thereafter, Dippel shared the idea with the Saddle Tramps spirit organization who began using the hand signal immediately.Īt the bottom of that webpage you will find a blue bar labeled Hand Signals of the Southwest Conference. In 1971, he and some other Tech fans made decals with the phrase "Gun 'em Down". Living in Austin with his wife Roxie, Dippel came up "guns up" as a way to counter the "Hook 'em Horns" handsign he saw each day from University of Texas fans.ĭippel experimented some before looking to the Raider Red mascot for inspriation. Creation of " guns up" is attributed to 1961 Texas Tech alumnus, L. It is also used as a victory sign during athletic events. It is used by students and alumni as a greeting. Representing more than 90 different countries, we cheer each other on and we’re proud of our vibrant campus. All faiths are welcomed, and the whole Baylor family shares a strong sense of morals, purpose and belonging.Guns up is the slogan and hand signal of Texas Tech University. Our diverse community is united by a strong sense of belonging. The University’s 19 varsity sports teams are an important part of community life – they compete at the highest level (NCAA Division 1) and are cheered on by the rest of the Baylor Bears. Sports Successīaylor’s fantastic sports facilities include a riverside stadium, a golf facility, indoor tennis courts, and an equestrian center. There are more than 330 clubs and organizations to be part of at Baylor, from rock climbing, rowing and theatre, to academic clubs, faith groups, and sorority and fraternity life. Annual highlights include the Homecoming parade and the Day of the Bear festivities. The origin of the Texas Christian University Horned Frogs 'hand sign' is unclear but even if TCU founders Addison and Randolph Clark trademarked the phrase in 1869, Gary Patterson must lead the. These bring everyone together to celebrate the University’s heritage. All of these Zazzle products are customizable with your name, class year, or club. These make perfect gifts for the student's Baylor, alumni, family, friend or fan in your life. Baylor is known for its strong school spirit and traditions. Check out these new Baylor University designs Show off your Baylor Bears pride with these new school products.
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