(S19) - PT3 - Stadium Experiences

[Modern_Duke]

Many people know of the common catchphrase, slogan, hashtag, motto, etc. of the Colorado Yeti, "Yeti Noises". This of course refers to the unknowable sound that the mythical yeti makes. In terms of game days in at Yeti Stadium in Colorado, the number one tradition of Yeti fans is to make the sound of a yeti after each touchdown and at each kickoff. Now, as I just mentioned, the yeti is a mythical creature and its "sound" is unknowable. So where does that leave the fans? Well, they get creative. Most fans generally just yell loudly, but others are known to make squawking sounds, screeches, or guttural screams. Certain fans use props to assist them, such as duck calls, vuvuzelas, and air horns. The overall effect of the myriad of sounds is, well, a sound to behold. The wall of sound often catches opposing players off guard and distracted, leaving opportunity for a miscue or a turnover, which of course just results in more noise. In fact, the Yeti have been in the top half of the league in causing false starts as well as muffed kicks and punts this season. When asked about the Yeti Noise as a player on the home team, second year cornerback Louisiana Purchase called it "music to my ears."