Latest / Kidcast Daily / Ep171: Dallas Cowboys

Transcript

Ep171: Dallas Cowboys · Kidcast Daily

0:08
Spin the wheel, let's take a ride.
0:11
Sports and science bursting from inside a world of wonder.
0:17
Open wide. Come on kids, let's amplify kid
0:22
cats. Daily starts yours.
0:25
Welcome to Kick Ass Daily, where we bring news, trivia, fun
0:29
facts, and more just for curious kids like you.
0:32
Today's episode is going to be all about one of the most famous
0:35
football teams in America, the Dallas Cowboys.
0:39
Whether you're a super sports fan or just want to know what
0:41
all the fuss is about, get ready for a fun ride through
0:44
touchdowns, big stars, and cowboy hats.
0:48
So what exactly are the Dallas Cowboys?
0:52
Well, they're not a group of people herding cows across the
0:54
Wild West, even though their name might make you think of
0:57
that. The Dallas Cowboys are a
0:59
professional football team that plays a sport called American
1:02
football. Imagine a team working together
1:05
like superheroes, each with their own special powers, trying
1:09
to score points by carrying or throwing a ball into the other
1:12
team's end zone. The Cowboys home is in Dallas,
1:15
TX, which is a really big city in the southern part of the
1:18
United States. Texas is famous for its Cowboy
1:21
history, so it's the perfect place for a team with a name
1:25
like the Cowboys. Their team colors are blue,
1:28
silver, and white, and their logo is a simple but super cool
1:32
blue star. That star stands for Texas,
1:35
which is known as the Lone Star State.
1:38
But how did the Cowboys become such a big deal?
1:41
Let's take a quick trip back in time.
1:43
The Dallas Cowboys were founded in 1960, which means they've
1:47
been around for over 60 years. At first, they weren't very
1:51
good. They didn't win a single game in
1:53
their very first season. But just like when you're
1:55
learning something new, like riding a bike or playing a video
1:58
game, they kept practicing and getting better.
2:01
Soon, they started winning a lot and people noticed how talented
2:04
they were. One of the things that makes the
2:06
Cowboys special is their huge group of fans.
2:10
These fans are called Cowboys Nation, and they're everywhere.
2:14
You might see people wearing Cowboys hats, jerseys or waving
2:18
flags, even if you're far away from Texas.
2:21
The Cowboys have been called America's Team since the late
2:24
1970s because they're popular all across the country.
2:28
It's kind of like how some superheroes are loved the world
2:30
over, not just in their hometowns.
2:33
Every football team needs a place to play, and the Cowboys
2:37
have one of the most amazing stadiums in the world.
2:40
It's called AT&T Stadium, but a lot of fans call it Jerry World,
2:44
named after the Cowboys owner Jerry Jones.
2:47
Imagine in a giant spaceship landed in Texas with shiny
2:51
silver walls and a roof that can open and close.
2:55
That's what AT&T Stadium looks like.
2:58
It can hold over 80,000 people. That's more than 1000 school
3:02
buses full of fans. There's even a massive video
3:05
screen stretching from 120 yard line to the other so everyone
3:09
can see the action up close. Let's talk about the team's
3:12
players. The Dallas Cowboys have had some
3:15
of the best football stars ever. One of the most famous was
3:19
Emmett Smith. He was a running back, which
3:21
means his job was to take the ball and run as fast as he could
3:25
while other players tried to stop him.
3:27
Emmett Smith ran for more yards than anyone else in NFL history
3:31
over 18,000 yards. Another superstar was Troy
3:35
Aikman, who threw amazing passes as the team's quarterback, and
3:39
Michael Irvin who caught those passes and scored lots of
3:42
touchdowns. The Cowboys have won the Super
3:45
Bowl five times in 1971197719921993 and 1995. the
3:53
Super Bowl is like the championship game of football,
3:56
the biggest and most exciting event of the year.
3:59
Some people even call it the football holiday.
4:02
Winning 5 Super Bowls is a huge deal.
4:05
Only a few teams like the 49ers and Patriots have one more.
4:09
Did you know that the Cowboys have a special tradition called
4:12
the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders? These cheerleaders are a group
4:15
of dancers who perform at every Cowboys home game.
4:19
They wear sparkly blue and white uniforms and do amazing dance
4:23
routines to pump up the crowd. They're so popular that they've
4:26
appeared in TV shows, movies and even toured around the world.
4:31
Now you might be wondering, what is a typical Cowboys game like?
4:35
Well, picture this. It's Sunday afternoon, the
4:38
stadium is packed and fans are dressed in blue and silver.
4:42
There's excitement in the air. Music is playing and everyone is
4:46
cheering. The players run onto the field
4:49
ready for action. During the game, they try to
4:52
score touchdowns by running or throwing the ball into the end
4:55
zone. The defense, which is like the
4:57
team shield, tries to stop the other team from scoring.
5:00
It's a battle of strength, speed and teamwork.
5:04
Football is a game of strategy, kind of like playing chess or a
5:07
video game. The coaches come up with plans,
5:10
called plays to help their team win.
5:13
One of the most famous Cowboys coaches was Tom Landry, who
5:16
always wore a fancy fedora hat and LED the team for almost 30
5:20
years from 1960 to 1988. He invented new plays and
5:25
formations that other teams copied because they worked so
5:28
well. Let's sprinkle in a few fun
5:30
facts. Did you know that the Cowboys
5:32
have sold out every single home game since 2002?
5:36
That means every seat in the stadium has been filled game
5:39
after game, year after year. And here's another cool one.
5:44
The Cowboys Cheerleaders were the first in the NFL to wear the
5:47
iconic blue and white uniforms and perform modern dance
5:51
routines. They started a trend that other
5:53
teams followed. The Cowboys are also known for
5:56
their rivalry with another team, the Washington Commanders.
5:59
They were formerly called the Washington Redskins.
6:03
When these two teams play, it's like a big family game night.
6:06
Everyone's trying their hardest to win and the fans get super
6:10
excited. These games are always close and
6:13
full of surprises. But being a Cowboy isn't just
6:16
about playing football. The team also does a lot to help
6:19
their community. They visit hospitals, help kids
6:22
in need and support all kinds of good causes in Texas and beyond.
6:26
It's a reminder that being part of a team isn't just about
6:29
winning games, it's also about helping others and working
6:33
together. You might be thinking, can
6:35
anyone be a Cowboys fan? Absolutely.
6:38
Some people love the Cowboys because their parents or
6:41
grandparents were fans. Others might pick the Cowboys
6:44
because they love the color blue or because they think the star
6:48
logo looks awesome. Being a fan is about cheering
6:51
for your team, win or lose, and having fun with friends and
6:55
family. You can even make up your own
6:57
Cowboys cheer or draw your own version of the team star.
7:00
Let's do a quick quiz. See if you remember these
7:02
Cowboys facts. How many Super Bowls have the
7:05
Cowboys won? That's right, five.
7:08
What's the name of their super cool stadium?
7:11
You got it, AT&T Stadium. And who is the running back with
7:15
the most yards in NFL history? If you said Emmett Smith,
7:19
touchdown for you. Here's another Did you know
7:21
moment? The Cowboys were the first NFL
7:24
team to build a practice facility with a full indoor
7:26
field so they could train even when it rained.
7:29
That's like having a playground where you can play no matter
7:32
what the weather is like. And Speaking of practice, the
7:35
Cowboys work super hard. They practice almost every day
7:38
during the season, running drills, learning plays and
7:42
getting stronger. It's just like when you practice
7:44
your piano, soccer or drawing skills.
7:47
The more you practice, the better you get.
7:50
The Cowboys also have a mascot named Rowdy.
7:53
Rowdy is a giant smiling cowboy who dances, makes funny faces
7:58
and helps fans cheer for the team.
8:00
He's always at the games, high fiving fans and having a blast.
8:04
If you ever see him, make sure to wave.
8:06
He loves making new friends. So what makes the Dallas Cowboys
8:11
special? It's not just the winning the
8:13
stadium or the star players. It's the spirit of the team, the
8:18
way they work together, never give up, and bring people
8:21
together from all over the country.
8:23
Being a cowboy is about having pride, showing respect, and
8:26
always doing your best, whether you're on the field or cheering
8:30
from home. Let's wrap up today's adventure
8:32
with a quick recap. The Dallas Cowboys are a
8:35
professional football team from Texas known for their Blue Star
8:38
logo and their amazing stadium. They've won five Super Bowls,
8:42
have had superstar players like Emmett Smith, and are loved by
8:46
fans all over the country. Their cheerleaders and mascot,
8:49
Rowdy, make game day extra fun. But most of all, the Cowboys
8:54
show us the power of teamwork, practice and caring for others.
8:59
Thanks for joining us on Kick Cast Daily today to learn all
9:02
about the Dallas Cowboys. Next time you see a blue star or
9:05
someone wearing a Cowboys jersey, you'll know all about
9:08
the history, fun facts and team spirit that make the Cowboys
9:12
such a legendary team. Keep being curious, keep asking
9:16
questions, and remember every great team starts with a dream.
9:20
See you next time on Kick Cast Daily Grab.
9:24
Your breakfast, feeling fine, Adventures waiting.