One of TCU’s biggest rivals is Southern Methodist University, which is also located in the Fort Worth area. While the origins of the story differ between the two schools, the rivalry is long running, and the two schools have played each every year except six since 1915. The winner of the game receives the ceremonial iron skillet and bragging rights over the Fort Worth area.
The TCU - Baylor rivalry is one of the oldest in all of college football as the teams have been meeting on a regular basis since 1899. The rivalry is also one of the most tightly contested rivalries in college football with the Bears holding a slim 52-51-7 all-time lead. Both schools originally were located in Waco, Texas. However, today TCU is still only separated from Baylor by about 90 miles.
The Horned Frog’s rivalry with the Red Raiders dates back to 1926 when TCU took down Tech 28-16. The rivalry was dormant for a few years after the Southwest Conference broke up in 1995, however, with TCU joining the Big 12 in 2012 the rivalry has picked up right where it left off.
Horned Frogs Tailgate Guide
Atmosphere
Since joining the Big 12 conference, tailgating at Amon G. Carter Stadium has really come alive, and the Horned Frogs fans have brought tailgating to a whole new level. At TCU you can build your patios in specific tailgate lots, giving you a more home-like feel even though you’re at the stadium. The advent of Frog Alley allows you the chance to interact with the players making the atmosphere even more exciting and vibrant with purple pride than ever before.
TCU offers Texas tailgating at its finest including everything you’d expect ten-gallon hats and all. At TCU you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for in a Texas style tailgate as not only will fans be wearing cowboy hats and boots, but there will be plenty of Texas barbecue. Barbecue is king regarding tailgate food at TCU as you’ll find large pits everywhere you look. Being that this is Texas the people here are mighty friendly, so if you bring some food and drinks to share then, you’ll have no trouble making friends.
TCU also offers many different tailgate locations, so you should have no problem finding something your speed. They offer family friendly areas like Frog Alley as well as more rambunctious options for those of you who are looking to get down. You’ll have a great time regardless of where you end up tailgating at TCU as there is something here for everyone. There is plenty of food, fun, and friends to be had, so head on down to Fort Worth for one of the biggest and best tailgating extravaganzas in all of football.
Ex TCU Letterman John Marsh is at the helm of a 39-foot, two story smoker in Lot 3 of Amon G. Carter Stadium. They park it the night before a game and prep all night to serve the fans of TCU tailgating. Stop by the Lettermen’s Smoker for a one of a kind tailgate experience you can only find at TCU.
Frog Alley is located outside of Amon G. Carter Stadium. This area hosts a family friendly pre-game party before TCU football games and is open 2 hours before kickoff. The pre-game party includes live bands, bouncy castles, games for kids and parents alike, and even live radio show broadcasts. Just before kickoff, the TCU marching band and spirit squad lead fans from Frog Alley into Amon G. Carter Stadium for a spirited kickoff to another Texas college football Saturday kickoff.
Frog AlleyFrog Alley is located outside of Amon G. Carter Stadium. This area hosts a family friendly pre-game party before TCU football games and is open 2 hours before kickoff. The pre-game party includes live bands, bouncy castles, games for kids and parents alike, and even live radio show broadcasts. Just before kickoff, the TCU marching band and spirit squad lead fans from Frog Alley into Amon G. Carter Stadium for a spirited kickoff to another Texas college football Saturday kickoff.
Brick PatiosAlong the west side of the stadium, there are brick patios that were paid for by fans themselves to offer a pleasant area for pre-game activities
Student Government Association TailgateOpen to the student body of TCU, this area of tailgating is heavily dominated by the Greek life on campus. Each fraternity/sorority can be found cooking up a wide variety of local dishes such as jambalaya and fajitas.They also hire a band for entertainment, pay for a GoVision screen to watch other games, and then they all walk together to the stadium as a pre-game ritual.
Horned Frogs Stadium Guide
In Game
Amon Carter Stadium is known for being one of the toughest places for opponents to play and has even earned the nickname “Hell’s Half Acre.” The first thing you’ll notice when you get inside the stadium is the loudness and passion of the TCU fans. Everyone in Amon Carter Stadium arrives abuzz with excitement and ready to cheer on the Horned Frogs.
The student section, in particular, brings the noise as they are one of the biggest and most boisterous in all of the Big 12. The student section takes up most of the east sideline and without a doubt, you’ll be aware of their presence throughout the game. Whether it’s doing the Riff Ram cheer or performing the Frog hand sign, you’ll see and hear plenty from the TCU student section.
The recent renovations to Amon Carter Stadium of having really taken the experience of attending a Horned Frogs game to the next level. The stadium is much more aesthetically pleasing than before, and the atmosphere also benefits from the renovation as you’ll find there isn’t a bad seat in the house. The stadium’s new facelift doesn’t mean that the Horned Frog’s history has been forgotten though as all throughout the stadium you’ll find plenty of banners and plaques dedicated to TCU greats of the past.
TCU offers a great game day experience that any college football fan will love regardless of their team affiliation. You’ll find plenty to love at TCU as the outstanding fan support, and recent renovations make the trip well worth it.
Recently Texas Christian University added wi-fi to their stadium in order for fans to utilize an in-game mobile website that allows for fans to re-watch major plays, touchdowns, etc. The website can be found here. You can even use it to order food!
Super Frog can seen throughout the game and is one of the biggest symbols of school spirit at TCU. This mascot spends his time interacting with the crowd electrifying the atmosphere of each home game. Being one of the more popular mascots in the NCAA Super Frog helps infuse team spirit on the field with his charm.
Since its inception in 1980, fans of TCU have been using the frog hand gesture in order to show their pride for the Horned Frogs. The sign is made by bending your index and middle finger at the knuckle
Dubbed by ESPN as the “most unique feature in all of college football”, the Frog Horn is a trademark of the Amon G. Carter Stadium. Each time the Horned Frogs score a touchdown, the horn emits a deep locomotive horn.
This area of the stadium consists of young Frog fans who are invited to line up near the south end zone and step onto the field before kickoff. When the Frogs run out of the south tunnel, the Creatures run alongside to the other end. TCU wide receiver Josh Doctson remembers running alongside his brother, pretending to be one of the players as a child. Check out the run here.
We’ll raise a song, both loud and long To cheer our team to victory For TCU, so tried and true, We pledge eternal loyalty. (YELL) Rah, Rah, TCU! Rah, Rah, TCU! Fight on boys, fight, with all your might Roll up the scores for TCU Hail white and purple flag whose heroes never lag, Horned Frog, we are all for you!
TCU Alma Mater
Hail all hail, TCU Memories Sweet, Comrades True Light of Faith, Follow Through Praise to Thee, TCU
Athletic Verse: Hail all hail, Glory bright Purple Frogs, Honor White Victory, Spirits True Praise to Thee, TCU
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