Every fan base has its rituals. The Stars community has developed unique traditions that make game day special. Here are the ones every Stars fan should know.
The anthem tradition: During the Star-Spangled Banner, the Stars crowd screams "STARS" during the lyric "...oh say does that STAR-SPANGLED banner yet wave." This has been happening since the late 1990s and catches every visiting fan off guard. It is loud, it is unified, and it sets the tone for the game.
The goal song: "Puck Off" by Pantera has been the Stars goal song since 2012. Dallas being the home of Pantera (Arlington, technically) makes this connection authentic. When the Stars score, the opening riff hits and the building explodes. It is the best goal song in the NHL.
Victory Green Friday: Every Friday during the season, Stars fans wear green to work and around DFW. It started as a social media campaign and became an organic tradition. Source: Stars social media.
The power play countdown: When the Stars are on a power play, the video board shows a countdown timer and the crowd counts down the final 5 seconds of the penalty. It creates a unified crowd moment that energizes the building.
Pregame warmups: Gates open 45 minutes before puck drop. Arriving early for warmups is a tradition for hardcore fans. You can stand along the glass and watch players shoot, stretch, and prepare. Kids especially love this — players occasionally toss pucks over the glass.
The towel wave: During playoff games, white towels are distributed to every seat. The towel wave during key moments is a visual spectacle — 18,000 white towels spinning in unison.
Post-game stick salute: When the Stars win at home, the players raise their sticks to salute the crowd before leaving the ice. It is a small gesture that connects the team and the fans.
Sources:
- Stars official traditions page
- Pantera official discography
- Personal attendance, 2020-2026
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