The University of Minnesota Upholds Game Day Tradition!

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“Ski-u-mah!” a traditional cheer meaning “victory” has been a part of the University of Minnesota’s school spirit since the 1800s. And this cheer isn’t the only longstanding tradition that stands out about the Gophers…

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Johnny Campbell was the world’s first cheerleader, leading gopher fans in an organized cheer “Rah, Rah, Rah! Ski-u-mah, Hoo-Rah! Hoo-Rah! Varsity! Varsity! Varsity, Minn-e-So-Tah” in 1898. Fast forward to today – the Minnesota cheerleading team still upholds tradition with superior spirit.

Competing in the first-ever college Game Day competition, the D1A Coed team took home 2nd, while the All Girl team placed 4th at the championship!

[Watch] the Coed team's Game Day performance:

[Watch] the All Girl team's Game Day performance:

Tune in on Saturday, January 13th to watch the teams compete LIVE for another opportunity at a UCA College National Championship title!

Where: 
HP Field House

When: Saturday, January 13th
Coed 10:09AM ET | All Girl 11:25AM ET

How To Watch

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