As “300 Violin Orchestra” pulses through the loudspeakers, the Ole Miss soccer team readies for their pregame introductions. They stand in two even lines and face each other.
Off to the side is senior midfielder Olivia Harrison.
As the public address announcer introduces a team member, the player tosses an autographed miniature soccer ball into the crowd, then runs to perform a personalized handshake with Harrison.
Harrison salutes Jennifer Miller, pretends to take a selfie with Liza Harbin, throws a fake punch at Addie Forbus who ducks under it, then shakes Harrison’s hand.
“The handshakes are a tradition,” Harrison said.