In Game
Maine fans are a tightly knit group, and you’ll find a very communal atmosphere when attending a Black Bears game. It seems like everyone here knows each other and the majority of the fans have been coming out to support the Black Bears for years. Don’t worry though as everyone is very friendly and welcoming meaning you’ll instantly feel like you’re a part of the group.
The student section, in particular, does an excellent job of supporting the Black Bears. Maine students show up in high numbers on game days, and the majority stay for the entire game no matter what the score is helping create a fun atmosphere at Black Bears games.
Finally, enjoy the marching band’s and spirit groups’ performances throughout the game. The presence of the band, mascot, and cheerleaders give games at Alfond Stadium a collegiate feel and provide fans with plenty of in-game entertainment.
A Maine Black Bears game is a fun time for any FCS football fan making a visit to Alfond Stadium a good way to spend some time during your trip to Maine.
Things to check out
Black Bear Marching Band
Enjoy the performance of the Black Bear Marching Band when taking in a game at Alfond Stadium. The band puts on a fantastic performance throughout the game and creates a fun atmosphere making them one of the best parts of any Black Bears game.
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Bananas the Bear
Keep an eye out for Maine’s mascot Bananas the Bear. Bananas gets into all kinds of antics during the game and is loved by fans young and old, so don’t miss him when attending a Maine football game.
Cheerleaders
Cheer along with the cheerleaders. The cheerleaders’ cheers and chants help propel the Black Bears to victory, so join in and give Maine as much of a home field advantage as possible.
Fight Songs
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Stein Song
School song
Fill the steins to dear old Maine
Shout ’til the rafters ring
Stand and drink a toast once again
Let every loyal Maine man sing
Drink to all the happy hours
Drink to the careless days
Drink to Maine our Alma Mater
The college of our hearts alwaysTo the trees, to the sky
To the Spring in its glorious happiness.
To the youth, to the fire
To the life that is moving and calling us.
To the Gods, to the Fates
To the rulers of men and their destinies.
To the lips, to the eyes
To the girls who will love us some day.Fill the steins to dear old Maine
Shout ’til the rafters ring
Stand and drink a toast once again
Let every loyal Maine man sing
>Drink to all the happy hours
Drink to the careless days
Drink to Maine our Alma Mater
The college of our hearts always. -
For Maine
Fight song
Marching, we’re marching to victory
Sweeping resistance away
Tearing ground with the cheering
Maine’s going to conquer todayGO BEARS!
Now we are nearing the goal line
Gain on steady gain
Nothing can stop us from scoring
Touchdowns for dear old Maine
For Maine, For Maine, For M-A-I-N-E
Maine!
