{
  "id": 5449849,
  "title": "Watch: Gophers debut new ‘ROW’ chant at season opener",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/watch-gophers-debut-new-row-chant-at-season-opener",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-04T00:14:46.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/watch-gophers-debut-row-chant-001446777.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Gophers unveiled their new \"ROW\" chant during the season opener on Thursday night at Huntington Bank Stadium. The chant was first led by former linebacker Kamal Martin. Fans at the venue looked impressed by the new addition to the team's pre-game routine. This was the inaugural performance of the chant, and it remains to be seen how it will evolve in the future. The experience marked a significant moment for Gophers fans, showcasing the program's ability to adopt fresh traditions inspired by its storied history. The introduction of the \"ROW\" chant represents a novel chapter in Minnesota sports culture, blending local pride with university spirit.",
  "summary": "Minnesota debuted a new tradition before kicking off its 2026 regular season.",
  "key_points": [
    "Gophers debut new 'ROW' chant during season opener.",
    "Chant led by former linebacker Kamal Martin.",
    "First performance marked significant moment for fans."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The debut of the ROW chant marks a new tradition for the Gophers, blending local pride with university spirit and showcasing the program's ability to adopt fresh traditions inspired by its history.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Gophers take care of business against Eastern Illinois in 2026 season opener",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/gophers-take-care-of-business-against-eastern-illinois-in-2026-season",
        "published": "2026-09-04T03:20:30.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}