The Fight Song of Old Dominion University (ODU), along with the Alma Mater and the Football Fight Song, is one of the songs commonly sung at ODU. The football fight song is played at all sporting events as the main fight song. Words and videos of the ODU Songs are available online. History The first… read more »
Big Blue is the official mascot of Old Dominion University (ODU). Big Blue is a lion with a blue crown on his head and wearing either a football or basketball jersey with the number “00” on the front. History When ODU became independent from the College of William & Mary in 1962, while there was… read more »
Ice Cream and Cake is a traditional cheer/dance that takes place during football and basketball games at Old Dominion University (ODU). The song, originally performed by the Buckwheat Boyz, is played during the second half of men’s and women’s basketball games as well as between the third and fourth quarters of football games. Learn how to do… read more »
S.B. Ballard Stadium, located off 49th Street, is home to the Old Dominion University (ODU) football team. The stadium is named after S.B. Ballard Construction Company, a long-time ODU benefactor. History Backing for a sports stadium at the Norfolk Division was approved in 1935 from municipal funds, the Virginia Emergency Relief Administration, and the Works… read more »
Football at Old Dominion University (ODU) is currently played on Kornblau Field at S.B. Ballard Stadium. History Football was played at the Norfolk Division of the College of William and Mary shortly after it began in the fall of 1930. The athletic team was nicknamed “The Braves” and played games against other junior colleges and high schools in the… read more »