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149 schools use the "Buccaneers" mascot.
Most common states: Florida (18), Texas (16), Louisiana (10)
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If you've ever been to a school sporting event, you might have seen a mascot that's as bold as they come – the Buccaneer. This tough-sounding, weapon-wielding mascot is a favorite among many schools, with a whopping 149 schools adopting the swashbuckling spirit. The name "Buccaneer" comes from the French word "boucan," which refers to pirates who cured meat on West Indies islands back in the 1600s. Imagine a mascot that's not just a logo, but a full-on pirate persona, complete with a sword and a fearless attitude. These Buccaneer mascots are all about energy and excitement, pumping up the crowd with their daring antics. Whether they're leading the team onto the field or posing for photos, they embody the adventurous and fearless spirit of their pirate ancestors 🛡️. So, the next time you see a Buccaneer mascot, you'll know they're more than just a costume – they're the embodiment of school pride and pirate swagger.
Hear how the Buccaneers fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 18 programs flying the Buccaneers banner across Florida. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Drew Diaz
Florida Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Delaware. With 4 schools per million residents, the Buccaneers is part of daily conversations here.”
Jordan Lopez
Delaware Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Buccaneers delivers the perfect person energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Casey Patel
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
149 schools in our database use the Buccaneers mascot across 37 states.
The Buccaneers shows up most in Florida (18), Texas (16), and Louisiana (10). De also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Buccaneers as a Person and Pirate mascot. Programs note that it is depicting a weapon, known for its tough tone, and inspired by a historical figure.
High School programs adopt the Buccaneers most often (65 schools). Elementary (46) and Middle School (27) also feature this mascot.