2002 Origin Story for the UL Hand Sign

[facelessjonmoon]

I showed the hand sign to the painted GOUL guys and I got them to pose all showing it.

I showed it to Cayenne at a Tennis match (out of costume) He started doing it at games.

I sue to stand in the tunnel after games holding the UL hand sign up and the football players would shoot it back.

However, I have almost six thousand pictures I took at practice, events, media day, post game, between 1999 and 2003 and not one player or fan was showing the UL hand sign.

I have thousands more pictures I took from 2004 to 2008 before David Walker kicked me out. By then it had caught on nd I have lots of UL hand signs in those years.

Thank you sir for helping push this along. (I still stand by my first hand experience on this)

Were you part of the media during that time?

[Turbine]

I got this group of huge fans to pose in 2005 and two of them had never heard of it.

[Turbine]

Were you part of the media during that time?

Yes but for this site.

I also did color for Tuerlings football. (1 season)

And later ran Ticker tape advertisements during games on the old scoreboard.

[Turbine]

This is the first picture ever taken of Cayenne doing the hand sign.

He did it regularly after that

[facelessjonmoon]

Yes but for this site.

I also did color for Tuerlings football. (1 season)

And later ran Ticker tape advertisements during games on the old scoreboard.

Sweet. Thank you for your work there and ongoing work here

*I tried to send you a PM but inbox full

[Turbine]

Turbs, you’re the man but CC Brown wasn’t on the team until 03 season. He was in juco during the 02 season. I have pictures of players doing this before he was on the team

I had to show players after 2002 I went to every media day from 2002 to 2008. Im looking for the movie where I showed CC but it isn't labeled.

If anyone has a picture prior I like to see it. Not one hand sign in the movies of the players going into the stands or coming out of the stand or the position pictures or the movie set up or Big Lynn. Nada

CC was the first.

2005 one (or two) players vs FIU in this picture not sure who it was.

[Turbine]

*I tried to send you a PM but inbox full

First time a publication outside of UL used the hand sign.

[Turbine]

In the last 22 years this thread has been viewed over 3000 times but at the time I cant imagine it being seen more than a few hundred.

No one in 2002 said they had seen it before.

My sister and brother-inlaw are sign language translaters.

The little I know was my impetus.

[facelessjonmoon]

First time a publication outside of UL used the hand sign.

That appears to be Tony Hills

[Ragin9221]

Great idea. UL needs to make a class called Spirit 101 i think Texas A&M has it for incoming freshmen, but no reason why we couldnt make it as a class also.

That is one way we can get student’s involved

Turbine you game lol?

[Ragin9221]

Things you can do!

Pulled this from a website!!

A university spirit class curriculum!!

Curriculum Components

1. University History and Traditions
- History: Learn about the founding, significant milestones, and notable alumni.
- Traditions: Explore long-standing traditions, such as homecoming, pep rallies, and unique campus events.

2. Mascot and Symbols
- Mascot History: Understand the origin and evolution of the university mascot.

My qoute “ we dont have one”

3. Cheer and Chants
- Fight Songs: Learn the lyrics and history behind the university fight songs.
- Chants and Cheers: Practice popular chants and cheers used at sports games and events.

4. Game Day Experience
- Tailgating: Learn about tailgating traditions and how to participate.
- Sports Teams: Get to know the different sports teams and key players.

5. Campus Involvement
- Clubs and Organizations: Explore various student clubs, organizations, and how to get involved.
- Volunteer Opportunities:
Discover ways to give back to the community through volunteer work.

6. Spirit Building Activities
- Pep Rallies: Participate in or plan pep rallies to boost school spirit.
- Spirit Competitions: Engage in friendly competitions, such as best-dressed spirit day or banner-making contests.

7. Community Engagement
- Local Partnerships: Learn about partnerships with local businesses and how they support the university.
- Community Events: Participate in community events that promote university spirit and pride.

Practical Components

1. Hands-On Workshops
Cheerleading
Workshops on cheerleading skills and routines.
- Banner Making: Learn how to create spirit banners and signs for events.

2. Guest Speakers
- Alumni: Hear from alumni who have made significant contributions to the university and community.
- Athletes and Coaches: Listen to stories and insights from current athletes and coaches.

3. Field Trips
- Historical Sites: Visit important historical sites on campus.
- Sports Facilities: Tour sports facilities and learn about their history and significance.

Evaluation Components

1. Projects and Presentations
- Research Project: Conduct research on a specific aspect of university history or tradition and present findings.
- Creative Project: Create a new chant, cheer, or spirit activity and present it to the class.

2. Participation
- Active Participation: Engage actively in all class activities, discussions, and events.
- Event Attendance: Attend a certain number of university events, such as sports games and pep rallies.

[moorecajun]

Great idea. UL needs to make a class called Spirit 101 i think Texas A&M has it for incoming freshmen, but no reason why we couldnt make it as a class also.

That is one way we can get student’s involved

Turbine you game lol?

I totally agree and would help support, as well as I expect a lot of you CAJUN fans would!