Spurs fans embrace 'Ole, Ole, Ole' chant during NBA Finals games
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 8:11 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
During NBA Finals games, Spurs fans have adopted the chant 'Ole, Ole, Ole,' popularized by a fan group called 'The Jackals,' organized by Spurs center Victor Wembanyama. The chant, while common in global sports, especially soccer, is becoming a hallmark of Spurs games at the Frost Bank Center. This chant, celebrating excitement and unity among fans, draws from its origins in Spanish bullfighting and was popularized at the 1986 FIFA World Cup. The Jackals, consisting of devoted fans, utilize various chants to energize the crowd and support the team.
- •The Jackals organize chants and support during Spurs games.
- •The chant has connections to Spanish culture and soccer events.
- •Spurs fans engage actively at the Frost Bank Center.
- •Victor Wembanyama is central to the Jackals' formation.
- •The chant has become a shared experience for fans in San Antonio.
- 8:11 PMYahoo Sports — Why Spurs fans chant 'Ole, Ole, Ole' during NBA Finals games
"Spurs fans are united by a group of unique traditions, one of which being the 'Ole, Ole, Ole' chant. Here is the history behind it.
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