Logan Chieftain Football Traditions

Every school has those little traditions that are passed down from Seniors to underclassmen, from generation to generation, and create a tie that bonds communities together, and Logan is no different.  Below are a few of the top traditions that make Friday night Chieftain Football an unforgettable experience!

The Robert Dee Gabriel Memorial Color Guard

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Robert Dee Gabriel Memorial Color Guard
The Robert Dee Gabriel Memorial Color Guard presents the colors before every Chieftain football game.  Named in honor of Lt. Col Robert Dee Gabriel, a 1962 graduate of LHS and decorated veteran of Vietnam.  Gabriel received the Distinguished Flying Cross for extraordinary heroism and gallantry while participating in aerial flight and was inducted into the Ohio Veteran's Hall of Fame in 2008.


Tomahawk Award Stickers

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Chieftain Helmets decorated with Tomahawk stickers
These stickers were first given out in the late-1960s.  The decals have changed over time, but they still decorate Chieftain helmets to this day.


Hitting the "WIN" Sign

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The origin of the "WIN" sign is unknown, but every kid who walks into the locker room knows its importance.  Even if you're walking out for gym class, it's hard not to put your fist on the sign.


Pre-Game Pile Jump

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Following the run through "Tunnel 'L'," members of the Varsity football team form a mass of purple while the last couple of players, usually captains and seniors,  jump on top of the pile to give final words of encouragement.


Singing the LHS Fight Song at Midfield Postgame

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Following every win, the Chieftains gather at mid-field to sing the LHS Fight Song.  This is especially sweet after victories over rivals on the road or after clinching the SEOAL title at home.


LHS Marching Chieftains - Fast Entrance

One of the most unique spectacles in all of high school sports.  Helps define Friday Nights on the Hilltop.


Victory Bell

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Ringing the Victory Bell
We're still researching the origins of the LHS Victory Bell that rings out following every Chieftain Victory.  Following the singing of the LHS Fight Song, the boys sprint to the West Gate to let the sweet sound of victory ring!


The Senior Walk

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Senior Walk - Class of 2007
Starting by the Seniors of 2001, following the final home game, all the seniors join arms and take one final walk across Bill Sauer Field.  Although it is a new tradition, it's one that has grown quickly.  It's a bitter sweet moment and a fitting end to a long journey.


Tunnel "L"

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The Marching Chieftains lined up in Tunnel "L"
If you talk to current or former players, they'll tell you there is no bigger rush than running through the Logan Marching Chieftain's "Tunnel 'L'" just before kick-off.  With thousands of fans on their feet, it's one of the loudest moments of the evening.

Logan Marching Chieftains

LHS Fight Song
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Cheer, the White and Purple
Hail, Logan High!
We have the courage,
Smashing through we
FIGHT!
FIGHT!
FIGHT!
Win the game for Logan,
Never give in!
Never surrender team for
WE SHALL WIN!

LHS Alma Matter
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Hail, Logan High School!
High on the Hill,
Thy aims, thy purpose,
Higher, higher still.
To Thee with grateful hearts
Proudly we sing.
To you our loyalty 
And love we bring. Hail Logan High School!
To learning you guide;
You help us on our way, 
Oh, long abide
Long may you live and grow.
We'll love you still
When we have left you, 
Old School on the hill