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18 schools use the "Minute Men" mascot.
Most common states: Ohio (4), Missouri (3), Michigan (2)
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The Minutemen mascot is definitely one with a rich history and some pretty cool attributes. This tough-sounding mascot is inspired by the brave militiamen from the American Revolution who were ready to fight at a minute’s notice 🚀. These weren't just any ordinary soldiers; they were the first to stand up against the British, showing some serious courage and determination. The Minutemen mascot often features a person wielding a firearm, which is a nod to their historical role as armed defenders. However, this has also led to some controversy in recent times, with some schools opting to change their mascots to more inclusive and non-violent symbols. Despite this, the Minutemen remain a symbol of patriotism and readiness, making them a unique and respected mascot in many schools, particularly in Missouri 🛡️.
Hear how the Minute Men fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 4 programs flying the Minute Men banner across Ohio. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Riley Garcia
Ohio Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Missouri. With 3 schools per million residents, the Minute Men is part of daily conversations here.”
Riley Nguyen
Missouri Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Minute Men delivers the perfect person energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Harper Vargas
Regional Pep Collective
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
18 schools in our database use the Minute Men mascot across 11 states.
The Minute Men shows up most in Ohio (4), Missouri (3), and Michigan (2). Mo also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Minute Men as a Person and Historical Figure mascot. Programs note that it is depicting a weapon, known for its tough tone, and inspired by a historical figure.
Other programs adopt the Minute Men most often (7 schools). Elementary (7) and High School (2) also feature this mascot.