If you’re a die-hard Texas Tech fan, following the Red Raider basketball program on Twitter, Snapchat (texastechmbb), and Facebook is a must.
Once you do, you’ll notice a common ending to every post, “4:1.” It’s readily apparent this is a rallying cry for the program. But, the meaning behind it is not as obvious. With the upcoming basketball season fast approaching, let’s take a look at what 4:1 means and the role it can play for the Red Raiders this season.
In Coach Beard’s own words, 4:1 symbolizes that, “The mental is to the physical as four is to one—mental toughness in basketball just like in life, overcoming adversity.