The Baylor Spirit program is proud to celebrate 105 years of spirit in 2025! Baylor Spirit is committed to the pursuit of excellence, and we strive to honor those that have exemplified the Baylor spirit in everything we do.
Baylor Spirit began in 1920 as the Yell Leader Team later transforming into the Co-ed Yell Leaders in 1968. As the University continued to grow, we continued to unify its fan base. In 1975, Songleaders Dance was established. Steeped in tradition, the Bears looked to Spirit to add a mascot. In 1981, Bruiser officially joined the family. Our evolution is remarkable and in 2004, we recognized an opportunity to grow our foundation with the addition of the All-Girl Yell Leaders. The final piece to our outstanding history was the addition of Marigold in 2017. Each of our alumni has played an extraordinary part in the growth of Baylor Spirit.
Today, we proudly don the Green & Gold on the sidelines and in the community. When we aren’t supporting the Bears’ 19 athletic programs, we are active in the Waco area, resonating pride with the Baylor faithful. We believe service is the ultimate form of leadership and it is the commitment to our Christian faith that drives us.
As ambassadors to Baylor University and Baylor Athletics, we have a unique opportunity to generate excitement, passion, and faith about our institution. What started as an on-campus mission in 1920, has transformed into a global campaign. With new opportunities on the horizon, our mission remains the same: to grow in faith, excellence, and service to our community. We want to provide our student-athletes with a unique and lasting experience.
