The Baseline Bums are an institution in Spurs fandom. They have existed since the Dallas Chaparrals became the San Antonio Spurs. We’re talking 1973, when the Bums were the rowdy Spurs support crew down at HemisFair Arena.
As the Spurs popularity increased, the AARP sponsored crew has evolved from the fanatic backbone of the franchise into community service providers. But make no mistake, they are still the raucous team cheerleaders they have always been.
“Baseline Bums serve as ambassadors to the Spurs organization,” says Bonnie, a twelfth season Bum and current President of the supportive operation.