Origin of the team name BYU Cougars
The origin of the team name BYU Cougars dates back to the early 1920s when Eugene Roberts, a sportswriter for the Provo Herald, suggested that the school's athletic teams be given a nickname. Roberts was inspired by the mountain lions that were known to inhabit the Wasatch Mountains near the university's campus. He thought that the name "Cougars" would be a good fit for the school's teams, as it would evoke a sense of strength, power, and determination.
The name was initially met with some resistance from students and alumni, who felt that it was too aggressive. However, the name eventually caught on, and it has been used to refer to the school's athletic teams ever since.
The cougar is now a symbol of Brigham Young University, and it is featured prominently on the school's athletic uniforms and logos. The cougar is also a popular mascot at BYU sporting events, and it is often seen leading the team onto the field before games.
A brief history of BYU Cougars
The BYU Cougars are the athletic teams that represent Brigham Young University, located in Provo, Utah. The Cougars compete in NCAA Division I athletics and are members of the West Coast Conference. BYU has won 23 conference championships and one national championship in 1984.
The Cougars began collegiate football competition in 1922, and have competed in several different athletic conferences during its history. Since July 1, 2011, they have competed as an Independent.
The Cougars have had a number of successful coaches, including LaVell Edwards, who coached the team from 1972 to 2000 and won 237 games, the most of any coach in BYU history. Edwards also led the Cougars to their only national championship in 1984.
The Cougars have also had a number of successful athletes, including Ty Detmer, who won the Heisman Trophy in 1990. Detmer is the only player in NCAA history to throw for over 15,000 yards and 100 touchdowns in his career.
The Cougars are a popular team in the state of Utah, and their games are often sold out. The Cougars have a large and loyal fan base, known as the "Cougar Nation."
