 The Texas Iron Spikes also serve as the official spirit organization for the University of Texas baseball team.In January 1994, Vo envisioned creating a multi-faceted service organization that would benefit the university and surrounding communities while, at the same time, providing its members the opportunity to develop lifetime, fraternal bonds through spirit, social, and intramural activities.In April 1994, after obtaining approval by the University of Texas administrators and securing support from legendary UT baseball coach, Cliff Gustafson, Vo recruited 16 other students to officially create a premier organization that embodied a common vision while allowing its members to maintain their individual values, personal integrity, and academic goals.