Tradition is not something to take lightly...

Especially if you're a sister of the Delta Upsilon chapter.

tra-di-tion (noun): the transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation

... and I do mean generation to generation. Women go through recruitment here knowing what's up: Homecoming.

At the University of Tennessee at Martin, Homecoming isn't just about the parade or the king & queen. It's about rope pull. Not familiar? Let me fill you in. So, basically, this is tug-of-war on steroids. There's a strategy (complete with plays). And coaches. And practices. The rope weaves in between the women, and they pull, pull, pull until the other team gives. Don't get out of line, or you might crack a rib (literally).

Pyramid. How could that slip my mind? Ever think back to the good 'ol glory days of high school cheering the team on under the Friday night lights? (maybe that's just me. oops.) Well, relive the dream in Martin, TN. Ya know, just another awesome Homecoming tradition.

So, think your school has some ~~crazy~~ awesome traditions (I do - it's called Enter Sandman)? These are some of the coolest I've ever heard of.

Oh, and these are also some of the coolest women I've ever met.