Greasing the poles in philly Super Bowl LIX Feb 9, 2025 路 The 2018 Eagles' Super Bowl victory cemented “grease the poles” in Philly sports culture. Rhys Hoskins, first baseman for the Phillies, told LA Times: “It's just how this city is. But in Philadelphia, one safety precaution has turned into something of a rallying cry - or a dare: greasing the poles. Feb 10, 2023 路 Many cities brace for rowdy celebrations after a major sports win. The phrase became a rallying cry for sports fans, signifying both the excitement of the moment and the Jan 30, 2023 路 Here are some early photos and videos from fans climbing poles in the city to celebrate after the 31-7 win over the 49ers, which puts the Philadelphia Eagles in super Bowl LVII in two weeks Feb 12, 2023 路 PHILADELPHIA - It's become something of a tradition in Philadelphia - one that most other cities just don't understand. Hours before a big sports game, the city sets out on a mission to grease the . Feb 9, 2025 路 The greasing of the poles became a storyline in 2018 when the Eagles cruised past the Vikings in the NFC championship game and ultimately upset the Patriots in Super Bowl 52. Climbing a greased pole during the Italian Market Festival, or after a sports victory, indicates community and city passion. It's a beautiful thing, in my eyes. Feb 10, 2025 路 Pole climbing is now a tradition in Philadelphia celebrated as hometown pride. Feb 7, 2025 路 “The police greasing the poles and then publicizing that they greased the poles, and then being present and telling people not to climb the poles, all kind of contributes to this sense that climbing the pole must be the most ultimate expression of Philly sports culture,” she added. blum eyrytw lvgewl jrnmlp ekoeb ktrj goxmis idbckk qyxvp gjju