Goal horns became a staple of North American ice hockey arenas in the second half of the twentieth century, adapted from train and ship horns to create a signature blast for the home team. Each NHL club developed its own horn tone and celebration routine, often paired with a goal song, and recordings spread through broadcasts, video games, and highlight reels. As sports editing moved online, the horn escaped the rink and became a universal audio cue for scoring, winning, and celebrating in memes and fan videos.