Ohio State fan here, this is the best tradition in collage sports, PERIOD.
@dalek2020
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. You seem to "get it" that this kind of thing is more important than any sport. I am so happy that the opposing teams, the refs, everybody participates. Hell, I participate from home!
@ryangilligan40
3 жыл бұрын
I bleed Scarlett and Gray, and I love Script Ohio, Carmen Ohio, and chants of OH-! ( -IO), but I completely agree. It’s pure class.
@shadytnu24
3 жыл бұрын
Michigan fan here...and as much as I love the traditions of the sport - yes, even Script Ohio - this one is by far not only the best but the most important. It's bigger than sports. It's just amazing.
@coleshilling5313
3 жыл бұрын
We beat you # IOWA
@Thewrestlecast
6 күн бұрын
People come to our games just to be a part of the Wave. We're so proud of that.
@survivrs
6 жыл бұрын
Something I'd like to repeat, almost EVERYONE in Kinnick Stadium waves to the kids and their families. When we played Ohio State last year, both teams had players and coaches, the refs were all lined up, everyone was looking up to the 12th floor waving to these kids, NOT JUST the Iowa fans, EVERYONE, 70,000+!!!! These are kids fighting for their lives. They aren't all from Iowa or fans of Iowa, but they are getting the best medical treatment possible, and I am so PROUD of our University, our hospitals and clinics, the Stead Family Children's Hospital, and our athletes who go out of their way to visit kids in the hospital when they have free time. Many people don't know that about our athletes, and it's not just the football players, many of our athletes from all sports, both womens and mens visit these kids and their families. That brief time when those families see all of those arms waving, all of the faces looking up to them as they look down lets them feel free from their illness for awhile. I've been to the 12th floor, and you can see EVERY single seat in Kinnick Stadium from there, and the things they do for the kids on game day is awesome. There are snacks, games, you name it, it's a time to allow sick kids not to feel so sick. I'm from Iowa and I'm very proud of this amazing facility and all who work there, and thankful to Krista Young for coming up with the idea of "The wave".
@dct1961
3 жыл бұрын
It’s been 20 years since my new born son was taken to the Children’s Hospital at Iowa. My son had the best treatment available. Unfortunately, my son lost his battle. Every time I participate in the Wave or watch a video about the Wave, I get teary-eyed thinking about my son and the wonderful doctors and nurses who cared for him and us. The hospital is great but the people make it special. It’s a wonderful thing that the hospital and fans do for the kids and families. A great new tradition.
@FeartheCyr611
19 күн бұрын
I am so sorry for your loss
@seagull1167
5 жыл бұрын
This is what being an Iowan is all about. It’s not about the football wins or losses. It’s thinking about the kids who have won, lost, or are battling their own wars. The wave symbolizes a ray of hope in the stormy clouds for those children, and will forever be the best tradition in college football history.
@marshmallowmarmot6655
5 жыл бұрын
But it is still about the wins.
@alexstephenson4845
6 жыл бұрын
Couldn't be more proud of my state
@zekest
4 жыл бұрын
true
@tracybeason5109
4 жыл бұрын
I literally grew up at that hospital in the 80s when Chuck Long and Ronnie Harmon were Hawkeyes....how I became and will ALWAYS remain a HAWKEYE FAN!
@Altenurgy
3 жыл бұрын
That's the era of hawkeyes when I was growing up as well but I wasn't in the hospital. I hope you are living a great life now!!
@georgekelly5338
2 жыл бұрын
I moved to Iowa City from South Florida in my early 20s. I thought I would only be here long enough to get back on my feet. 23 years later, I am still here and I can't see my self leaving anytime soon. There's something about this state that leaves a warm, fuzzy feeling in your heart. And this story is what I'm talking about.
@nickthaquick7264
5 жыл бұрын
This is why whenever i get asked the question of "if u could live anywhere in the country where would u live?" People always say California cuz it's warm and pretty or Florida or somewhere on the coast but scenery or temperature doesn't make a place great to live, what makes a place great to live are the people that you are surrounded by so that's why when i hear that question i always answer it the same way..... "I've visited a lot of places both in and out of the country and seen some pretty sites but I'd stay right here in Iowa for one reason, we have the best people." Its a state filled with love and caring people...thats why we're the "heartland." Iowa 4 life baby!!!
@chadryan3344
5 жыл бұрын
When ferentz started crying I couldn't help it I lost my shit... Such a amazing person and coach!! God bless you all and Go Hawkeyes!!
@tracybeason5109
4 жыл бұрын
Helen Hummel was my fourth grade teacher brought Ronnie Harmon and Michael Hooks to my small town elementary school...she was honored at Kinnick stadium both before and after she passed away because she was such a HAWKEYES fan...that was a day I'll never forget almost 40 years ago
@jtemple26
5 жыл бұрын
Kirk Ferentz has a really good heart greatest coach of all time., Go Hawks
@aaronglanville7991
5 жыл бұрын
Kirk is a good coach but he hasn't passed Hayden yet.
@survivrs
4 жыл бұрын
@@aaronglanville7991 Yes he has! In September 2018 he passed Hayden with most wins.
@captaincooool
2 жыл бұрын
Hayden was a legend but Ferentz is the GOAT in Iowa City. I tailgated with Chuck Long the last time I was there and he pretty much agreed.
@AceSRT
5 жыл бұрын
You know when Kirk starts crying, it's time to cry as well.
@Thewrestlecast
6 күн бұрын
Especially on the ESPN story about it......seeing him break down always does it.
@vandalia722
4 жыл бұрын
Kirk Ferentz is a light. God bless those kids. Proud to be a Hawkeye
@itsjustme9119
4 жыл бұрын
I'm from North Carolina and a UNC fan but when I first seen this I became a Iowa fan as well!!!
@dalek2020
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Come to Iowa City some time for a game. There will be hundreds of tailgate parties and you will be welcome at all of them. Then you get to do the wave!
@Thewrestlecast
6 күн бұрын
@@dalek2020 He is right! You are more than likely going to get treated to some grilled out Iowa Ribeyes, homemade casseroles, and beverages. Our fans really take in others.
@survivrs
4 жыл бұрын
I just want to bust through my screen and give Kirk a huge hug. Our 2nd granddaughter was a preemie and had several birth defects. She spent a few weeks in NICU in Tulsa and we had to work to come up with money to get there, but we did. She is closing in on her 2nd birthday and is doing so amazing. I am so thankful for this beautiful children's hospital. It is incredible. I've lost count of the number of times I have been in there, either at the Press Box or the ground floor cafeteria. Great place, great doctors and nurses. We are blessed to have this. Kirk and Mary's gift was so generous, and NOW, Carson King who is an ISU Alum. donated all but about $20 from $3,000,000 he raised after his sign was seen on Game Day in Ames when Iowa and Iowa State played, it all went to the University of Iowa Stead Family Children's Hospital. I was so glad to donate as well.
@iawsanjose5202
6 жыл бұрын
Oh boy that is an amazing caring show of support. Three hanky moment. Wow. Thank you on behalf of my grandson a Lukemiua surviver from Strands Childrens Hospital in Gainsville, FL. We could'nt have done it without you.
@pattiemac1
4 жыл бұрын
I wish I was from Iowa. This is absolutely the best
@hawkeyefan4ever163
2 жыл бұрын
Lot of people never think of iowa or talk poorly about it but that doesn’t bother us Iowans. We love and are proud of our state. We also welcome anyone who wants to be an Iowan. Is this heaven? It’s iowa
@jjkosullivan
5 жыл бұрын
One of the greatest things I have ever seen in College football, and I have been watching since the mid-1970's. Makes me want to go to a game.
@iamrichrocker
5 жыл бұрын
Gawd..these Kids..families..just want normal..just another day that they do not have to worry about life and death struggles..this is a great story about great people..
@danwixom5950
6 жыл бұрын
No matter what team you route for. This wave is for those AMAZING kids. Never been more proud for my team. Go Hawkeyes
@shadowchaser01
5 жыл бұрын
I'm an Iowan transplanted to beautiful Colorado. I make sure everyone I see knows about the wave and remind them even the Rockies can't over shadow my beloved Hawkeyes. Well done, Folks, well done.
@TheTerminalExpress
4 жыл бұрын
Iowa City is my hometown and I live in Denver now.
@shadowchaser01
4 жыл бұрын
@@TheTerminalExpress I'm up in Longmont
@richardmockmore2034
5 жыл бұрын
I always keep those kids in my prayers
@Skylicity
6 жыл бұрын
Once a Hawk, always a Hawk. Best new tradition in football.
@David_Theisen
6 жыл бұрын
Couldn't be any prouder of my Hawkeyes!!!
@Hiei2k7
6 жыл бұрын
I lived in CR from 2015-17, and grew up just over the Illinois side when I was young. I've known people who have been life-flighted to Iowa City. There was never a greater day than when I pulled up to Iowa City and watched the first wave happen after that building opened to be an Iowan. ...I think I'd like to retire in Iowa someday. Get a nice big farmhouse with some land and outbuildings. Snow don't bother me none. That's why they make Deeres in Davenport.
@dale4231
5 жыл бұрын
Hiei2k7 I live right by Cedar Rapids in Marion!
@deuces_shoeless
4 жыл бұрын
No matter what team you root for EVERYONE is a Iowa Fan after they play the first quarter.
@joepisani3261
6 жыл бұрын
They are the heroes. Great job Hawkeyes, America waves with you.
@elmerhorn3790
3 жыл бұрын
I live in Tennessee and I think this us the best thing ever
@shanekeenaNYC
5 жыл бұрын
Tears, pure tears!
@real_lynnblades
5 жыл бұрын
omg how could anybody thumb this down? I can't wait to go home to Iowa City just to do this. There's nothing like it. Indescribable, the energy. :) Love love love KF
@anthonygibbons5497
6 жыл бұрын
This is why I love Iowa
@paulrosenberg707
6 жыл бұрын
Amazing stuff! DAMN PROUD TO BE A HAWKEYE!!! GO HAWKS!!!
@karencottle4852
3 жыл бұрын
I still come back and watch this. Amazing. I love when sports goes bigger than life.
@survivrs
6 жыл бұрын
I've watched this countless times, I cry every time, but this was the first time that I noticed when the award was announced and Kirk, Josh Jackson, and Kaden Kelso went up to accept the award, everyone was standing. That is pretty special. Nine days until our first game and I can't wait to wave from my living room and watch everyone at Kinnick wave as well. It didn't matter if it was fans from the other team, EVERYONE waved including players, coaches, and referees. We treat kids from any state, not just Iowa, but we are incredibly proud of our hospital and all who work there. Hey, we're Iowa, and it's what we do.
@jacia5161
6 жыл бұрын
Proud to be a Hawkeye!
@hawkeyeguy1723
2 жыл бұрын
Go Hawks!! 😎
@stevenrussell8369
6 жыл бұрын
love being an Iowan for this!
@dougwestphal7003
4 жыл бұрын
It’s about the kids, Thanks Coach!
@brandonschleiter571
4 жыл бұрын
Love Kirk he’s a class act glad he’s is a coach in the big ten!!!
@hawkeyefan4ever163
4 жыл бұрын
Go Hawks!
@TheTerminalExpress
6 жыл бұрын
I have always been proud to be from Iowa City. It's my hometown and I loved growing up there. I was ridiculed mercilessly in the military for being from Iowa. But my pride never wavered. This moment is a good reason why.
@hihihi0963
6 жыл бұрын
It's almost that time again. I hope the kids there now are looking forward to it.
@reeceoverstreet4538
Жыл бұрын
Go hawks! Proud to be an iowan!
@faiththomas1749
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Kaden and all y’all at the stead family children’s hospital keep strong from a college football fan in pac 12 country 🖐🏻
@vickierickson4482
3 жыл бұрын
kirk ferentz has become so much more to Iowa than just a coach.
@rkbllc
5 жыл бұрын
Class. Total class.
@bulletgg
5 жыл бұрын
Proud to be a Iowan
@TheWriterNW
Жыл бұрын
Caden is such an amazing young man!
@kellydenham253
5 жыл бұрын
Go Hawks
@aaronblankenship6327
2 жыл бұрын
I hope this gives these kids the hope to know that they are not alone and that we are praying and hoping for them to stay strong and keep fighting
@rafaelrodriguez9912
9 ай бұрын
This is beautiful
@ronjones1995
3 жыл бұрын
University of Iowa you’re awesome
@ravefeild9995
5 жыл бұрын
Go iowa
@lennoxalbert5305
3 жыл бұрын
Go hawkeyes
@traciemiller3032
4 жыл бұрын
Kirk in this video just makes my heart hurt.
@Thewrestlecast
6 күн бұрын
He's a great coach, but moreso, a great person.
@noahmiller8771
5 жыл бұрын
I have done that
@Thewrestlecast
6 күн бұрын
Did it reduce you to tears?
@will_0079
4 жыл бұрын
That hospital is the best worst place to watch a football game...
@SgtJoeSmith
6 жыл бұрын
3 Ohio state fans disliked video. Go Iowa!
@mattalbrecht7471
6 жыл бұрын
make it 5!
@chrishartley7143
5 жыл бұрын
Absolutely not. I am a diehard Buckeye and think this tradition is amazing and special
@PO-PANDA
Жыл бұрын
👋
@TrojanManXLT
6 жыл бұрын
Onions....
@byker8507
4 жыл бұрын
right, someone cut some ...
@Bongaboi151
5 жыл бұрын
Eight dislikes. Stay classy, Columbus, you just won your bowl game.
@michaelc.6532
4 жыл бұрын
Jo-Ryan Salazar Don’t assume it’s a Iowa opponent who thumbs downed this story. Some people are just trolls and jerks. I’m a former Iowan and had season tickets at Iowa games in 1999. I’ve heard from a lot of Iowa opponents who think this is great even my friend from Columbus who loves this new tradition.
@BLAB-it5un
10 ай бұрын
This is a great tradition and one of the best in college sports. But it reveals how hopelessly out of sync our priorities are. To think that a college football coach is so hopelessly overpaid that he can donate $1 million to a hospital is shameful. How many professors can do that? Or college presidents? And how much is spent on the football program compared to any other on the campus? Or even how does the cost of the football facilities compare to the cost of the hospital? Colleges should not be in the sports business to the degree that football defines and consumes a campus especially since college football is easily the most corrupt of all college sports. The academic integrity of higher education is stripped away when athletes that otherwise have no chance academically to get in or to graduate are not just admitted but now get to profit of off their "NIL" while allegedly getting a college education.
@DJ-Gameday
6 жыл бұрын
Stop disliking Ohio State fans.
@edizzle01
6 жыл бұрын
They are just upset from the beat down we handed them
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