For this week’s Throwback Thursday, we’re diving into the timeless traditions that make Notre Dame game days so special. In this article from The Observer, Laura Rompf captures the contrasting experiences of seniors and first-year students as they navigate the excitement and rituals of their first football Saturday. Whether it’s the thrill of tailgating at Turtle Creek or the awe of sitting in the student section for the first time, this piece beautifully encapsulates the spirit that unites generations of Notre Dame students.
Game Day Tradition
By Laura Rompf
Seniors and first-year students not only sit on different ends of the student section during Notre Dame home football games, but they also have different experiences throughout the weekend.