NEWS
‘ WHO ARE WE ? RED ARMY ’
THE SCOTCH CHEER SQUAD ’ S
CHANT IS A DECLARATION
OF UNITY , PRIDE AND IDENTITY
A Scotch student may wonder ‘ Who am I ?’ or ‘ Who are we ?’. For those of us who are part of the Red Army , our school ’ s spirited cheer squad as well as for our students here at Scotch , these phrases hold more meaning than just words .
‘ Who are we ? Red Army ’ echoes over the Main Oval as our footy and cricket boys play , throughout the halls of the Quadrangle , but most importantly , all throughout our hearts . It is a declaration of unity , pride and identity . It binds us together , not only as supporters of our teams , but as members of something far greater : Scotch College itself .
When we question ‘ Who am I ?’ and ‘ Who are we ?’ it ’ s not just a cheer ; it ' s an affirmation of our integrity and the legacy that we carry forward as Scotch students . The boys who wear the colours cardinal , gold and blue , whether they are on the field or in the stands , represent more than just themselves . They embody the values of respect , discipline and honour that our school has upheld for many generations . These qualities define who we are , not just in the heat of competition but in our everyday lives .
At its core , this iconic chant symbolises the culture of brotherhood we share here . It ’ s more than sportsmanship ; it ’ s the deep connection we form with one another as we push ourselves and support each other in both victory and defeat . The Red Army isn ' t just about making noise for our teams ; it ’ s about being there for each other , showing up when it matters most , and standing tall when times are tough . This chant brings us together , reminding us that we are never alone in our challenges or our triumphs .
The legacy of Scotch College is carried on the shoulders of those who uphold its traditions , and the ‘ Who are we ?’ chant is one of the cornerstones of our cultural fabric . It represents the pride we take in being part of this school and the respect we have for those who came before us . Every voice raised in that chant adds to the history and spirit of Scotch , reminding us that we are all part of something bigger than ourselves .
So , who are we ? We are Scotch College . We are a family . We are a legacy of excellence , integrity , and loyalty . And that is something we will carry with us for the rest of our lives .
JONO LEAKE – YEAR 12
36 Great Scot Issue 172 – Edition 2 2024