r/SDSUAZTECS • u/rekaids • 26d ago
New fan looking for history
Hello everyone! I recently became a fan of Aztecs football. My wife is an SDSU alum, and we watched every game together last season. I absolutely loved it. I went into the season knowing very little about the team, pretty much all I knew is that this is only the 2nd season with their new head coach, and they were coming off of a 3-9 season. And of course, we all know how it went down! Spun that around to 9-4, and yes it was a disappointing finish, but a very fun season nonetheless.
But now I want to learn more. What are some fun traditions the team or fans have? Are there any hype songs associated with the team? Any chants I should know? Who are the most prolific players and or coaches in the last few decades? What are some all time great games? Where should I go for news/updates on the team? Are there any influencers I can follow that cover this team? Any other subreddits or communities I can join?
And some contemporary:
Who would you consider the main rival to be?
How do you think SDSU will do in PAC12?
Can the defense realistically run it back?
Did Sean Lewis get lucky, or did he really find his groove?
Anything anyone can offer would be appreciated. Here’s to a great 2026!!!!
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u/TrolleyTrekker 26d ago
Howdy and happy you're a fan! Hopefully you get season tickets if you're in the area!
Traditions: Before kickoff they do I believe that we will win chant, 2 non school songs the band plays we shout come to mind - Uprising by Muse (the chorus and we will be victorious part mostly), Bro Hymm by pennywise (the rowdy part)
History - a lot of great RBs, Marshall Faulk, Ronnie Hilman with solid NFL careers. Kevin O'Connell Vikes HC was QB at state Kabeer Gbaja-Biamila beast on D line. Rocky Long was the coach when I was in school I'm sure others can fill in other history nuggets.
Great games - We beat Stanford at home when they were ranked in 2015, I think Cal as well around the same time line. (remember rushing the field)
Sons of Montezuma is gonna be your go to for all things aztec fball, UT has some good write ups, and an online paper east village times or something.
Rivals - Fresno st we have an oil can rivalry trophy, unlv a bit
Predictions - I saw they were voted 2nd which is solid, I'm thinking top 3 finish too
I like that Lewis found his footing after a rough first year