you know i cant stand the aggies, im a orangeblood till i die!!! And do i sure love kickin yalls ass in the fall but i love yall like a brother, If anybody messes with Texas a&m they mess with Texas and not only the university but the whole damn state! Go Texas Football
Oh my goodness. This was beautiful. What a touching tribute.
This Baylor girl (Sic 'em!) wishes both UT and A&M all the best in your respective futures. I'm sorry the tradition's at its end. You are both worthy competitors.
@DottyGale8 Piss on aggy. They chose to leave, leave. We are better off without them. The LB was classy as always last Thursday aggy was classless as usual. I would not pee on their heads if their brains were on fire.
What kind of person dislikes this tribute? It's was a very classy thing that the Longhorn band did. Boo, to whoever disliked this gesture. Never forget!
As an Aggie thru and thru, I can honestly say without question that this is one of the kindest gestures imaginable. There is such a history between these schools. Longhorn nation was incredible in the aftermath of the collapse. It is a shame that we have come to a point where the two schools may not meet again. For God's sake I hope that isn't the case. Gig'em, and God bless.
This was the only show that A&M ever stood for another band. This still rings in the heart of the Longhorn Band. We're gonna miss our brothers and sisters down south. Hook'em, and Gig'Em. God Bless.
I'm a Red Raider, but in Novemeber of 99 we were allkAggies for awhile. While I love a little jabbing here and there, I have the utmost respect for my fellow Texans...despite our battles on the football field, we're one big, dysfunctional, yet loving family at the end of the day
i would love to see this happen at the tech vs ut game. ive seen it from both schools though. they hate each other so much it wont happen. im a tech student and even i wish both schools could have a little more respect for each other.
UT and Texas A&M, i have family members who went to both schools and sister was at aggieland when the bonfire collapsed. I love both schools, just shows the spirit, true rivals can be true brothers as well. May be rivals, but both school are in the great state of TEXAS!!!!!!
the first time i saw this video, it actually brought a few tears to my eyes. my mom and dad both went to texas, my sister went to Texas a&m. I love both schools.
the first time i saw this video, it actually brought a few tears to my eyes. my mom and dad both went to exas, my sister went to Texas a&m. I love both schools.
that is so amazing that the biggest rivals in the biggest sport still have the love and respect for each other to dedicate their halftime preformance to the other school, and for the other school to stand and support them while doing so. That could only happen in a place like texas nowhere else has the ability to respect one another like that. I wish the rest of the country would do that, it would be a much better place to live.
I do believe Tech would do this, even Baylor. Regardless of the rowdiness of the fans, or the game on the field, this is about life, not a stupid football game. Do not assume anything about another school that you do not know, that is not classy. Let's keep it about A&M and UT. Very nice tribute.
It has been 11 years, and watching this brings tears to my eyes. I was 9 years old when bonfire collapsed and I remember it very well. This is the classiest rivalry in all of college football in my opinion.
Im an aggie and i respect UT i have been told stories of how UT students where showing up in college station four hours after the logs fell to help with the rescue efforts..which means they left the moment they found out about it..that is classy..on the other hand tech was making fun of aggies saying that they dont even khow to make a fire correctly..thats worthless
There are plenty of other videos that concern politics that you can have your argument on. With respect to both of your opinions, please 'take it outside'.
As an Aggie, I'll never forget that couple of weeks and the classiness of the Longhorn Band during halftime. I know there is an intense rivalry and extreme dislike. But, I'll forever be grateful for the gesture and the support from the Longhorns at that moment, pure class..........now back to the fued!!!
GiG'eM longhorn band. Was at that game and it was hard to speak or do anything at half-time during this. Thanks LHB, it meant alot to all AGGIES and we wont forget you for it.
*cries a little* wow texas that is what i call true class right there, i would gladly, as an aggie, do that kinda stuff for u guys any day. Plus i doubt that tech would do that for anybody, Gig'em Aggs!! and Hook'em Horns!! :D
I love Texas A&M, mostly because I am in the Fightin Texas Aggie Band class of '11. I have always poked fun at Texas and my HS friends that love Texas, but this is incredible and proves that behind all the "Aggies are stupid jokes" and the "Steers and Queers" statements we are all from Texas and we have each others back no matter what. Remember 9/18/99 AND 8/1/66
I remember this. What a year. I'm proud to be a Longhorn fan and proud to have so many great Aggie friends and neighbors. And okay, just for fun... it's 7:45 a.m. and OU still sucks! :-) Hope the Big 12 has a great football season this fall. Gig 'em... and Hook' em!
I went to Texas Tech University. We may love football, but we also know when the line between rivalry and human decency must be drawn. We all mourned for those who died. I know that every time I watch footage of the bonfire I am brought to tears. So, maybe I can speak for all of the Red Raiders, but this Red Raider's heart goes out to the Aggies.
Classy Austin Tx. Very Classy! This was a sad day for Aggieland and Texas University stood by our side bespite how big our rivalry is. I tip my hat to the Longhorn band. Gig Em Horns!
As an Aggie fan, it's obvious that the Longhorns are my most hated rival, but it's good to see the Longhorns paying tribute to the fallen 12. You 12 will live in our hearts forever. Rest in peace...
And I can't believe I'm saying this, but thank you for this great act of compassion, Texas. Thank you.
Thank you Longhorn band and color guard for remembering and honoring our 12 fallen Texas Aggie brethren in 1999 it was a beautiful moment and truly appreciated by Aggies around the world. We will never forget them as long as there is a University called Texas A&M. May they rest in peace and may light perpetual shine upon them.
That looks like a treble clef to me FOB... I was in college when this tragedy unfolded, videos like this bring a tear to my eyes. Someone should link 'class' on wiki to this video. Gig 'Em or Hook 'Em I dig the respect.
They did a beautiful job with maturity and class. Flagging the colors of the opposing team doesn't happen often, and it's impressive here. I'm not sure what that configuration of the marching band is supposed to represent, but it's beautiful all the way.
Amazing amount of class and dignity between the two programs. I still can't believe its been ten years.. God Bless those 12 who have fallen. Gig' em and Hook 'em Gents.
Despite your typical poking fun at the teams, I've always had a tremendous amount of respect for UT and Texas A&M. Both of yall are class acts in my book.
I remember when it collapsed and we will ALWAYS remember the ones we lost.
Seeing pictures and videos of the rememberance ceremony at 2:42 a.m brings tears to my eyes and pride in the fact that I am too a Fighting Texas Aggie!
WHOOP!
GOD BLESS TEXAS! Longhorns or Aggies alike. Good Bull!
texas and a&m are brothers. they argue a lot. they bicker about which is better. one is a city slicker and makes more money and is a democrat. the other likes the simple country life and is a conservative. but when one brother is hurt, the other pays respect and helps out. they realize they can be good friends dispite the sibling rivalry. tech is the retarted trailer trash younger brother that fails at everything!
It is kind of ironic that you spell retarded wrong. Why would tech even be mention in all of this? I nice tribute to a tragedy, and you are taking shots at another school? Stay classy.
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Aggies statistically make more money coming out of college than longhorns do. This was an amazing video that makes me respect UT. There are a lot of amazing people there.
what does money have to do with this? get over your pride and just respect them for doing a wonderful tribute to your shcool, who cares if you make more money
God bless the Longhorns for this tribute. It's been ten years since this happened but we'll never forget what you did to remember the fallen twelve. The bond between the Aggies and the Longhorns transcends and sort of rivalry.
Hard to believe it's been 10 years today. I remember that night like it was last night. Those bad memories will be stained in my mind as long as I live. God bless the horns for this moving tribute and show of respect.
I am not sure I will ever be able to hear that song without thinking about Bryan. We still miss you...
Texas and A&M are like brothers...we despise each other most of the time and we are crazy competitive, but when something like this happens we are still all Texans and stick together as such.
I was on the field for the game and was amazed at the compassion demonstrated by the half time performance of the Texas Band. Makes you realize that we love beating each other in sports but this was life and death and the Texas Band rose above the simple sports rivalry to show respect. In the end we are all Americans
As an Aggie grad, cadet and letterman I bleed maroon. Ten years have past since the bonfire collapse and while it still leaves me in tears, I will always remember the respect and class that our honored rivals at Texas lived out before the entire nation during that time. Most went unreported, only a little of what Texas actually did made the the news but to those unsung heros wearing orange-Thank You! You define class!
i am a former student at texas a&m and was very touched by this. of course rivalry is huge between us but when rough things happen we remember first that we are fellow Texans and that when hard times come we are there for each other. I know plenty of longhorns who paid huge respects...so im proud to be an aggie and even more prouder to be a Texan! WHOOP!
Howdy, I am a proud Texas Aggie class of '09 and I am now attending law school at OCU. I am very touched by this video and wish to send a thanks to UT for their respect and sympathy.
Up here in Oklahoma, people don't understand that the rivalry between A&M and UT is for the most part friendly. I have been to the "Lonestar Showdown" at both A&M and UT, where the atmosphere has been very welcoming for both schools.
The day Bonfire fell is the day I stopped hating UT. The care and camaraderie they showed that day and the weeks to follow were second to none. There is no greater respect for universities than Texas and A&M (though we are rivals).
I go to A&M and i am a proud aggie, but i have got to say that I actually like Texas because they show class. Unlike the losers at Texas Tech or University of Oklahoma.
At first I was going to say it was incredible that UT would do this, but it's not incredible. Aggie or Longhorn, were all Texans first. I know the Aggie band would do the same thing for the Long Horns but I hope we never have to. Thank you UT Band. The show band of the Southwest!
As an A&M former student, I am absolutely touched by this performance. I was not at A&M when the Bonfire fell because I am class of '08, but this video brought tears to my eyes. I know we're rivals, but it's great to see such an amazing sign of respect and sympathy. I was also a member of the aggie band and would like to think we would have done the same if the tables were turned.
I was a freshman in high school when this happened and I remember it like it was yesterday! I am a UT and bleed orange but i can tell you i have the up most respect for TAMU and will never forget that day! I have a maroon ribbon that will be on my longhorns hat all season! God Bless the familys of the lost ones and God Bless The Great State Of TEXAS!!!
Hats off to UT for this. Very classy. That's Texans for you, fight tooth and nail on the field, but off the field we can hold out a helping hand and give a shoulder to lean on. SD Texas A&M Class of '89. Whoop!
I was lucky enough to be at this game and it was an incredible moment. As an Aggie who grew up in Austin, all I can say is that was one classy performance!
I'm a die-hard Aggie fan, but I've got to say that it was really classy for UT to do this. I can't believe it's been almost 10 years! Gig 'Em Aggies...and Longhorns, you're a pretty good bunch after all. :)
even though the Aggies and longhorns are longtime rivals, it's always good to put that hated for each other aside and come together to celebarate and morn the losses. if someone were to be laughing at this, they would probabily be a very cold and heartless person. i'm glad they put the hate aside for this tribute. good job you guys
Yep, I'm a Georgia Tech fan, and "Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate" would do the same. We've got tailored fight songs to belittle UGA, and they have ones to belittle Tech, but if something like this happened, respect would still be given.
Rivalry and school pride should never negate the fact that your rivals are people too...
I'm an Alabama fan and the Iron Bowl vs Auburn is really passionate just like A&M and Texas....with all rivalries no matter how hated or how much trash talk there is, respect always comes out of rivalries and this is a class act.
I was in the Longhorn Band in 1999. If I remember correctly, the band director told us the only other time the band took off their hats on the field was after JFK was shot.
I will gladly take my hat off any time I am fortunate enough to see the Texas Longhorn band. They have proven that they have class and pride--AGGYDADDY.
Thanks. I was actually at that game. I was 8 at the time. My dad graduated from UT and we wore maroon ribbons to the game. I'm actually hoping to go to a&m because I'm hoping to become a vet.
completely and utterly amazing. Texas and A&M have something that no other rivalry in the state has- And I continue to believe that it is among the best in the nation. This rivalry hasent endured the past 125 or so years based on football results and pure hatred alone. This rivalry still burns bright because of mutual respect. It is not very common for a state to have 2 schools with so many resources in order to have a rivalry at this caliber. Gig Em Aggies and Hook em Horns.
The Texas Longhorn Band showed tremendous class and no doubt if this accident happened at UT, the Texas Aggie Band would have showed the same tremendous class. No matter if your a Longhorn or an Aggie, never forget, we're all TEXANS in this great State of TEXAS! GOD BLESS TEXAS!!!
Man... talk about emotional
heytherejoey1 1 month ago
4 people missed the like button.
I'm a TCU horned frog at heart but I respect the Aggies.
From Fort Worth, Texas & TCU...God bless and Gig em.
Rest in peace the 12 who died. You'll forever be in our hearts.
TheAnnaswimmer 2 months ago
class right there look it up and it will play this video hook em horns and aggies give em hell in the sec! \m/
Blastfimine80 2 months ago
you know i cant stand the aggies, im a orangeblood till i die!!! And do i sure love kickin yalls ass in the fall but i love yall like a brother, If anybody messes with Texas a&m they mess with Texas and not only the university but the whole damn state! Go Texas Football
coltperritano 2 months ago
@coltperritano Nice!
rottie15 1 month ago
Gig 'Em Horns
Seichie7 3 months ago
I LOVE THIS!!!!
GOD BLESS UT AND A&M!!
OUR FALLEN AGGIE MUST SURE BE PROUD!
aem147 3 months ago
hook em horns
thanks aTm
FanofCrash25 3 months ago
So proud to be a Longhorn HOOK EM
longhornlady314 3 months ago
Classy. Just like the Longhorn Band on Thursday 11-24-11.
DrivinWest 3 months ago 9
Oh my goodness. This was beautiful. What a touching tribute.
This Baylor girl (Sic 'em!) wishes both UT and A&M all the best in your respective futures. I'm sorry the tradition's at its end. You are both worthy competitors.
DottyGale8 3 months ago 2
@DottyGale8 Piss on aggy. They chose to leave, leave. We are better off without them. The LB was classy as always last Thursday aggy was classless as usual. I would not pee on their heads if their brains were on fire.
DalonCole 3 months ago
What kind of person dislikes this tribute? It's was a very classy thing that the Longhorn band did. Boo, to whoever disliked this gesture. Never forget!
Girl11Country 3 months ago 5
Who the hell would dislike something like this?
Syntakk 3 months ago 3
This is so touching and beautiful. It makes me cry.
God Bless Texas University and Texas A&M.
taleydaley2012 3 months ago
@taleydaley2012 so it's touching a beautiful to you & yet you still call us Texas University? Classy. There's no such university. Hook'em
dm1861 3 months ago
I can't believe the Thanksgiving rivalry will be over after this season!
aksyc 3 months ago
I'm so proud of LHB for this performance. NICE t-bone sounds!
cgravesdds 3 months ago
1:14 we really should continue playing each other.
SOHIFitness 3 months ago
two people missed the like button... God Bless Texas A&M and the students lost ..
cspitcher09 3 months ago
God Bless all 12 Aggies in that tragety! may the tears and joy bring joy that they are in a better place now !
- a Texan
cat22pink 3 months ago
As an Aggie thru and thru, I can honestly say without question that this is one of the kindest gestures imaginable. There is such a history between these schools. Longhorn nation was incredible in the aftermath of the collapse. It is a shame that we have come to a point where the two schools may not meet again. For God's sake I hope that isn't the case. Gig'em, and God bless.
dawueste 3 months ago 2
This makes me tear up every time. Thank you, Longhorns! God Bless <3
-An Aggie
LadyWindjammer 3 months ago
This was the only show that A&M ever stood for another band. This still rings in the heart of the Longhorn Band. We're gonna miss our brothers and sisters down south. Hook'em, and Gig'Em. God Bless.
MrGreenBandAid 3 months ago 4
This Aggie appreciates the classy gesture. Thanks Texas.
mmymonster 3 months ago
Very classy, not to mention well done. Thanks, Texas - this Aggie appreciates this gesture. Great, great band.
marvinbishop4 4 months ago 6
Man I'm gonna miss all you t-sips haha never thought I'd say such a thing.
KillerKapuchin93 4 months ago 3
I'm a Sooner fan that lives in Texas and hates the longhorns but I must respect that tthat was very heartwarming. BOOMER SOONER,AND GIG'EM
Coasternator 4 months ago 3
whoop gig'em ags
josephflores628 5 months ago
I have goosebumps watching this. Much respect from TCU and Fort Worth...
-TCU Class 2012
BigDubya72 6 months ago 15
@BigDubya72 RIFF RAM
TheAnnaswimmer 2 months ago
whoop! absolutely beautiful
aggieband16 6 months ago
I'm a Red Raider, but in Novemeber of 99 we were allkAggies for awhile. While I love a little jabbing here and there, I have the utmost respect for my fellow Texans...despite our battles on the football field, we're one big, dysfunctional, yet loving family at the end of the day
-Cameron, Texas Tech Red Raider Class of 2014.
raiderred1992 8 months ago 4
i would love to see this happen at the tech vs ut game. ive seen it from both schools though. they hate each other so much it wont happen. im a tech student and even i wish both schools could have a little more respect for each other.
millkid9 8 months ago
UT and Texas A&M, i have family members who went to both schools and sister was at aggieland when the bonfire collapsed. I love both schools, just shows the spirit, true rivals can be true brothers as well. May be rivals, but both school are in the great state of TEXAS!!!!!!
TheSpec1990 10 months ago 4
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the first time i saw this video, it actually brought a few tears to my eyes. my mom and dad both went to texas, my sister went to Texas a&m. I love both schools.
TheSpec1990 10 months ago
the first time i saw this video, it actually brought a few tears to my eyes. my mom and dad both went to exas, my sister went to Texas a&m. I love both schools.
TheSpec1990 10 months ago 3
Everyone knows that no one fights as hard as brothers.
Radabah 11 months ago 45
@Radabah You couldn't have said it better.
ausgaeltx 3 months ago
Two people are OU fans....this is awesome
cadetsumthin 1 year ago
that is so amazing that the biggest rivals in the biggest sport still have the love and respect for each other to dedicate their halftime preformance to the other school, and for the other school to stand and support them while doing so. That could only happen in a place like texas nowhere else has the ability to respect one another like that. I wish the rest of the country would do that, it would be a much better place to live.
s98131182 1 year ago 5
The one and only time the Alumni, fans, and 12th man stood while an opposing school's band played. Shows the utmost respect from UT. Gig 'Em
aggiedude10 1 year ago 7
Just goes to prove, the aggies and longhorns might be rivals, but in the end, we're all Texans.
Seichie7 1 year ago 5
Pure class by the University of Texas. Thank you. JSW, Class of 1987, Texas A&M University.
tycobb9999 1 year ago
at the end of the day. were all still texan.
phelan511 1 year ago 2
I had goosebumps :) WHOOP!
TheMissthang24 1 year ago 2
I do believe Tech would do this, even Baylor. Regardless of the rowdiness of the fans, or the game on the field, this is about life, not a stupid football game. Do not assume anything about another school that you do not know, that is not classy. Let's keep it about A&M and UT. Very nice tribute.
TTraider0350 1 year ago 2
Although UT and A&M bicker, fight, and poke fun, this just goes to show that there's always love. I also respect OU a lot too.
-- UT 2010 :)
Katherineee829 1 year ago
That was very respectful of UT. Despite Texas A&M being the arch rivals of UT, they are able to show that they are there for em. Hats off to them.
JakeGuy04 1 year ago
I'd like to know who the moron who clicked dislike was. Very moving!
jkingsmill 1 year ago 2
This video makes me proud to be a Texan.
cheaptequila17 1 year ago 3
It has been 11 years, and watching this brings tears to my eyes. I was 9 years old when bonfire collapsed and I remember it very well. This is the classiest rivalry in all of college football in my opinion.
-Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of '12
jamesgoss08 1 year ago 2
Very classy of ut, hats off to that.
TexasAggieGirl2013 1 year ago
Fighting Texas Class of '06. 2 best schools in Texas.
98LaserCobra 1 year ago 4
I doubt Baylor or tceh would do this. I respect the Longhorns, the other two big xiiers...eh
NateAggie07 1 year ago
Class act!
---Fighting Texas Aggie Class of '05
hobbeskitty101 1 year ago
Class act!
---Fighting Texas Aggie Class of '05
hobbeskitty101 1 year ago 2
A display of true class and compasion...
Tanalovingsmith 1 year ago 2
Still the classiest thing I have ever seen one school do for another.
CNBarnes 1 year ago 5
true class
trumpetchicksems 1 year ago
Im an aggie and i respect UT i have been told stories of how UT students where showing up in college station four hours after the logs fell to help with the rescue efforts..which means they left the moment they found out about it..that is classy..on the other hand tech was making fun of aggies saying that they dont even khow to make a fire correctly..thats worthless
TheSww12 1 year ago 6
@NolanRogers2 and @agben35
There are plenty of other videos that concern politics that you can have your argument on. With respect to both of your opinions, please 'take it outside'.
CirculusEtPruna 1 year ago
As an Aggie, I'll never forget that couple of weeks and the classiness of the Longhorn Band during halftime. I know there is an intense rivalry and extreme dislike. But, I'll forever be grateful for the gesture and the support from the Longhorns at that moment, pure class..........now back to the fued!!!
agben35 1 year ago
One of many reasons why I respect Texas. The way they handled this changed my view of them forever. Gig'em Aggies
mkcmg 1 year ago 2
GiG'eM longhorn band. Was at that game and it was hard to speak or do anything at half-time during this. Thanks LHB, it meant alot to all AGGIES and we wont forget you for it.
dwcass1963 1 year ago
GiG'eM longhorn band. Was at that game and it was hard to speak or do anything at half-time during this. Thanks LHB, it meant alot to the AGGIES>
dwcass1963 1 year ago
*cries a little* wow texas that is what i call true class right there, i would gladly, as an aggie, do that kinda stuff for u guys any day. Plus i doubt that tech would do that for anybody, Gig'em Aggs!! and Hook'em Horns!! :D
YourLilFurry 1 year ago
this maybe the only time they sound ok to me. any other time they suck like hell. saw em off
dogsoldier1968 1 year ago
@dogsoldier1968 wow, your a jerk.
horrormovies101 1 year ago
This still gives me chills when I see it. A very nice tribute from our in state rival. God bless Texas and the Aggies.
dockins 1 year ago
I love Texas A&M, mostly because I am in the Fightin Texas Aggie Band class of '11. I have always poked fun at Texas and my HS friends that love Texas, but this is incredible and proves that behind all the "Aggies are stupid jokes" and the "Steers and Queers" statements we are all from Texas and we have each others back no matter what. Remember 9/18/99 AND 8/1/66
Maydelle68 1 year ago
@Maydelle68 random question what outfit are you in just asking cause i'm B-co 08
hawk3116 1 year ago
@Maydelle68 what outfit are you in just curious cause I am B-co '08
hawk3116 1 year ago
@hawk3116 Wow even the internet isn't big enough to keep us BQ's away from each other. bty i'm in A-Batt
Maydelle68 1 year ago
Istill get chills everytime I watch this. Remember 11-19-99
Seichie7 1 year ago
I'm a big Aggie follower, but still get chills when I see this. That was quite an impressive performance by the UT band.
ascrockett 1 year ago
I remember this. What a year. I'm proud to be a Longhorn fan and proud to have so many great Aggie friends and neighbors. And okay, just for fun... it's 7:45 a.m. and OU still sucks! :-) Hope the Big 12 has a great football season this fall. Gig 'em... and Hook' em!
Robinroxaustin 1 year ago
This gets me everytime I watch it. I was 18 years removed from my time at A&M...and I was never as proud to be a Texan as that day...
sharptexan 1 year ago 2
college athletics at its best
waitingforspring730 1 year ago
@aggiechic13
I went to Texas Tech University. We may love football, but we also know when the line between rivalry and human decency must be drawn. We all mourned for those who died. I know that every time I watch footage of the bonfire I am brought to tears. So, maybe I can speak for all of the Red Raiders, but this Red Raider's heart goes out to the Aggies.
Tengoko 1 year ago
I think both schools grew up this day and learned what is important and what is not. God Bless us all.
momgose 1 year ago
this proves that texas a&m and texas dont hate each other
11texfan 2 years ago 2
This is why I am an Aggie fan but respect UT.
waitingforspring730 2 years ago 3
whoop
asihinerice04 2 years ago 2
As a Longhorn, to all the Aggies here, we fight like only brothers can. God bless.
cookphoto 2 years ago 26
Classy Austin Tx. Very Classy! This was a sad day for Aggieland and Texas University stood by our side bespite how big our rivalry is. I tip my hat to the Longhorn band. Gig Em Horns!
mearstex 2 years ago 5
As an Aggie fan, it's obvious that the Longhorns are my most hated rival, but it's good to see the Longhorns paying tribute to the fallen 12. You 12 will live in our hearts forever. Rest in peace...
And I can't believe I'm saying this, but thank you for this great act of compassion, Texas. Thank you.
TheHighRoller473 2 years ago 4
Thank you Longhorn band and color guard for remembering and honoring our 12 fallen Texas Aggie brethren in 1999 it was a beautiful moment and truly appreciated by Aggies around the world. We will never forget them as long as there is a University called Texas A&M. May they rest in peace and may light perpetual shine upon them.
mstorey83 2 years ago 3
this is great to see
huskerscote 2 years ago 2
One word describes this performance and this group of Longhorns: CLASS!!!
robinkellis 2 years ago 2
That looks like a treble clef to me FOB... I was in college when this tragedy unfolded, videos like this bring a tear to my eyes. Someone should link 'class' on wiki to this video. Gig 'Em or Hook 'Em I dig the respect.
jpg77373 2 years ago 3
They did a beautiful job with maturity and class. Flagging the colors of the opposing team doesn't happen often, and it's impressive here. I'm not sure what that configuration of the marching band is supposed to represent, but it's beautiful all the way.
FilmerOfBobcats 2 years ago 5
the thing is that people think that the Texas rivalry are hate rivalry but its just a family feud
Gman81dawgs 2 years ago 6
Amazing amount of class and dignity between the two programs. I still can't believe its been ten years.. God Bless those 12 who have fallen. Gig' em and Hook 'em Gents.
A Red Raider
exsepp 2 years ago 3
God bless the Longhorns for their compassion. This is no doubt the best and greatest moment in this rivalry.
OutsideBlitz 2 years ago 3
10 years. We remember.
Thanks Longhorns.
XXLSexy2k7 2 years ago 3
This still brings tears to my eyes...
zhangzhang9 2 years ago 4
Despite your typical poking fun at the teams, I've always had a tremendous amount of respect for UT and Texas A&M. Both of yall are class acts in my book.
--University of Oklahoma '11
Piegood 2 years ago 65
@Piegood As a Texas grad, I've always had a lot of respect for OU, also. God bless and God speed.
cookphoto 1 year ago
R.I.P "Bonfire 12"
I remember when it collapsed and we will ALWAYS remember the ones we lost.
Seeing pictures and videos of the rememberance ceremony at 2:42 a.m brings tears to my eyes and pride in the fact that I am too a Fighting Texas Aggie!
WHOOP!
GOD BLESS TEXAS! Longhorns or Aggies alike. Good Bull!
mrhappy0004 2 years ago 3
Amen and GOD BLESS TEXAS!!
cookphoto 2 years ago 2
When all is said and done, we're all Texans. God Bless Texas
thecbob 2 years ago 3
texas and a&m are brothers. they argue a lot. they bicker about which is better. one is a city slicker and makes more money and is a democrat. the other likes the simple country life and is a conservative. but when one brother is hurt, the other pays respect and helps out. they realize they can be good friends dispite the sibling rivalry. tech is the retarted trailer trash younger brother that fails at everything!
God bless the fallen aggies
Longhorn6595 2 years ago 7
Tech will probably throw tortillas around, and knocking down goal posts -injuring people. I remember a raider fan spitting at one time during a game.
13VO 2 years ago
@Longhorn6595
It is kind of ironic that you spell retarded wrong. Why would tech even be mention in all of this? I nice tribute to a tragedy, and you are taking shots at another school? Stay classy.
thestripeisonfire 2 years ago
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Aggies statistically make more money coming out of college than longhorns do. This was an amazing video that makes me respect UT. There are a lot of amazing people there.
jbeath1 2 years ago
lol what did that have to do with it
Milbbk 2 years ago 2
what does money have to do with this? get over your pride and just respect them for doing a wonderful tribute to your shcool, who cares if you make more money
vitaminwaterquench 2 years ago 4
This is why I don't have a hatred for the Longhorns like some. In the end we are rivals, but we are also more than that. Thanks and gig em!
Marsuvees0623 2 years ago 2
God bless the Longhorns for this tribute. It's been ten years since this happened but we'll never forget what you did to remember the fallen twelve. The bond between the Aggies and the Longhorns transcends and sort of rivalry.
c/o '10
alexrox15 2 years ago 2
Hard to believe it's been 10 years today. I remember that night like it was last night. Those bad memories will be stained in my mind as long as I live. God bless the horns for this moving tribute and show of respect.
sstory '01
sstory78 2 years ago 3
I am not sure I will ever be able to hear that song without thinking about Bryan. We still miss you...
Texas and A&M are like brothers...we despise each other most of the time and we are crazy competitive, but when something like this happens we are still all Texans and stick together as such.
Angela '00
ads265a 2 years ago 4
Excuse my ignorance, but what is the formation supposed to be in the beginning?
Also. God Bless Texas. So awesome to see respect like this!
iamtheclay 2 years ago
I got the chills.
sorrycharlie08 2 years ago
I was on the field for the game and was amazed at the compassion demonstrated by the half time performance of the Texas Band. Makes you realize that we love beating each other in sports but this was life and death and the Texas Band rose above the simple sports rivalry to show respect. In the end we are all Americans
samzydeco 2 years ago 6
I'm a die-hard UT fan but this here proves that UT and A&M are great friends and OU still sucks!
thedragons87 2 years ago 101
comment of the year ^^
pancakekiller91 2 years ago
@thedragons87 Whoop!
patriotswinwars 1 year ago
@thedragons87 WHOOOOOOP!!!!!!
830texan1 6 months ago
I can't believe it's been 10 years. I was tearing up while watching/listening to this. So powerful.
Thank you, Texas. Rivals till the end, but the respect for each other with always be beyond a rivalry.
Thanks and gig 'em. c/o 2011
spaik113 2 years ago 6
Thats pure class!! and yes but tech on the other hand!! Gig 'em Aggies
squeeks1988 2 years ago
this made me realize that TAMU and UT are like brother schools but tech on the other hand , thanks a&m for not booing hook em and gig em
commentorbrian 2 years ago
I was there that day and wept like a child...I found this video and I find myself tearing up.
Mad respect for the Longhorns and the character and solidarity they showed that whole week and on the day of the game!
Thanks Texas.
The 12 will Ne'er be forgotten.
Gig 'em Ags!
eltilo 2 years ago
As an Aggie grad, cadet and letterman I bleed maroon. Ten years have past since the bonfire collapse and while it still leaves me in tears, I will always remember the respect and class that our honored rivals at Texas lived out before the entire nation during that time. Most went unreported, only a little of what Texas actually did made the the news but to those unsung heros wearing orange-Thank You! You define class!
tdean79
NetRhino79 2 years ago 2
I have a brother that plays for ut. I am an aggie til i die. But when we speak of the bon fire the texas flag is all that flies!!!
drbecktex 2 years ago 2
i am a former student at texas a&m and was very touched by this. of course rivalry is huge between us but when rough things happen we remember first that we are fellow Texans and that when hard times come we are there for each other. I know plenty of longhorns who paid huge respects...so im proud to be an aggie and even more prouder to be a Texan! WHOOP!
Crugirl4christ 2 years ago
Howdy, I am a proud Texas Aggie class of '09 and I am now attending law school at OCU. I am very touched by this video and wish to send a thanks to UT for their respect and sympathy.
Up here in Oklahoma, people don't understand that the rivalry between A&M and UT is for the most part friendly. I have been to the "Lonestar Showdown" at both A&M and UT, where the atmosphere has been very welcoming for both schools.
Once again, thank you UT :)
neowart 2 years ago 3
thanks t-sippers, that touched my heart
thedallasaggie 2 years ago
The day Bonfire fell is the day I stopped hating UT. The care and camaraderie they showed that day and the weeks to follow were second to none. There is no greater respect for universities than Texas and A&M (though we are rivals).
We will never forget. Hook 'Em and Gig 'Em
chrmorri 2 years ago 5
I go to A&M and i am a proud aggie, but i have got to say that I actually like Texas because they show class. Unlike the losers at Texas Tech or University of Oklahoma.
Itsmeagain9145 2 years ago
That'll always be a classy gesture.
Farmersfight12 2 years ago
At first I was going to say it was incredible that UT would do this, but it's not incredible. Aggie or Longhorn, were all Texans first. I know the Aggie band would do the same thing for the Long Horns but I hope we never have to. Thank you UT Band. The show band of the Southwest!
bcriswell 2 years ago 4
just...awesome!
Thundering24 2 years ago
As an A&M former student, I am absolutely touched by this performance. I was not at A&M when the Bonfire fell because I am class of '08, but this video brought tears to my eyes. I know we're rivals, but it's great to see such an amazing sign of respect and sympathy. I was also a member of the aggie band and would like to think we would have done the same if the tables were turned.
racextreme199 2 years ago
I was a freshman in high school when this happened and I remember it like it was yesterday! I am a UT and bleed orange but i can tell you i have the up most respect for TAMU and will never forget that day! I have a maroon ribbon that will be on my longhorns hat all season! God Bless the familys of the lost ones and God Bless The Great State Of TEXAS!!!
ballercat23 2 years ago
Hats off to UT for this. Very classy. That's Texans for you, fight tooth and nail on the field, but off the field we can hold out a helping hand and give a shoulder to lean on. SD Texas A&M Class of '89. Whoop!
sndudley 2 years ago 3
this is really classy fot tu to do coming from a die hard ag all day evryday i am the 12th man...t.u. showed class
casstamucls2015 2 years ago 3
i like how you were the only person out of 85 comments as of now to call UT, "T.U."
Metaljoetx 2 years ago
im sorry i meant U.T. with all do respect im terribly sorry...
casstamucls2015 2 years ago
I was lucky enough to be at this game and it was an incredible moment. As an Aggie who grew up in Austin, all I can say is that was one classy performance!
sarahtxag 2 years ago 3
I'm a die-hard Aggie fan, but I've got to say that it was really classy for UT to do this. I can't believe it's been almost 10 years! Gig 'Em Aggies...and Longhorns, you're a pretty good bunch after all. :)
thetexasmoose 2 years ago 3
classy
SelfAccountable 2 years ago
even though the Aggies and longhorns are longtime rivals, it's always good to put that hated for each other aside and come together to celebarate and morn the losses. if someone were to be laughing at this, they would probabily be a very cold and heartless person. i'm glad they put the hate aside for this tribute. good job you guys
kilalauchiha 2 years ago
This video reminds us that we are ALL Texans and should be proud of it.
flagman09 2 years ago 12
Yep, I'm a Georgia Tech fan, and "Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate" would do the same. We've got tailored fight songs to belittle UGA, and they have ones to belittle Tech, but if something like this happened, respect would still be given.
Rivalry and school pride should never negate the fact that your rivals are people too...
Good job, Texas.
gtcu17 2 years ago 3
Good bull,t-sips.
TAMUcadet 2 years ago
very good bull
bshalcomb 2 years ago
AGGYDADDY- An outstanding demonstration of real class. I am proud to be a Texan. Howdy and out...
aggydaddy1 2 years ago
I'm an Alabama fan and the Iron Bowl vs Auburn is really passionate just like A&M and Texas....with all rivalries no matter how hated or how much trash talk there is, respect always comes out of rivalries and this is a class act.
bammybound 2 years ago
I was in the Longhorn Band in 1999. If I remember correctly, the band director told us the only other time the band took off their hats on the field was after JFK was shot.
txnascarguy 2 years ago 10
the longhorn band or aggie band?
txaggie2011 2 years ago
@txaggie2011 Longhorn Band
txnascarguy 1 year ago
I will gladly take my hat off any time I am fortunate enough to see the Texas Longhorn band. They have proven that they have class and pride--AGGYDADDY.
aggydaddy1 2 years ago
@txnascarguy Great stuff.
sisk22 1 year ago
This is the first time I've seen this video. Probably one of the most classy scenes I've ever witnessed. Top Notch.
dstar007 2 years ago 2
for maybe the first and only time, i have no problem with A&M flags on a UT field...
Great job by the band!
Hook'em
jahizbarlas 2 years ago
Actually, that's Kyle Field at Texas A&M University...
In odd numbered years (ie, 1999) the A&M-UT game is in College Station & in even numbered years the A&M-UT game is in Austin.
txaggie2011 2 years ago 2
Wow. I can't believe it is going to be 10 years this fall. Does anyone know if there is going to be a 10 year memorial service?
picatsoforfma 2 years ago
there is a service every year at 2:42 am (the time it fell) at the site but ii would expect something special this year.
also since the a&m-ut game is in college station this year, i would expect something done at the game too.
txaggie2011 2 years ago
Thanks. I was actually at that game. I was 8 at the time. My dad graduated from UT and we wore maroon ribbons to the game. I'm actually hoping to go to a&m because I'm hoping to become a vet.
picatsoforfma 2 years ago
I hope you make it in the Vet program. I'm sure your Dad would be proud no matter what school you attended
bcriswell 2 years ago
This shows that no matter what, we are fellow Texans and we are there for each other. Gig em + Hook em = Love em yall
thetxaggie 2 years ago 8
may god bless there soul
Darthnewton456 2 years ago
completely and utterly amazing. Texas and A&M have something that no other rivalry in the state has- And I continue to believe that it is among the best in the nation. This rivalry hasent endured the past 125 or so years based on football results and pure hatred alone. This rivalry still burns bright because of mutual respect. It is not very common for a state to have 2 schools with so many resources in order to have a rivalry at this caliber. Gig Em Aggies and Hook em Horns.
cheaptequila17 2 years ago 6
Almost makes me forget that I can't stand UT haha only playing.
Gorgeous and moving, Well done.
XXLSexy2k7 2 years ago
The Texas Longhorn Band showed tremendous class and no doubt if this accident happened at UT, the Texas Aggie Band would have showed the same tremendous class. No matter if your a Longhorn or an Aggie, never forget, we're all TEXANS in this great State of TEXAS! GOD BLESS TEXAS!!!
sysaone 3 years ago 9
Class !
Aviewoftime 3 years ago
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thats so sweet for longhorns to do that i wish these longhorn faggots would be more like that and respect us instead they make fun of us
aggiesownlonghorns 3 years ago