⚔️Mascot: "Scarlet Knights"

The Scarlet Knight is an epic mascot that represents Rutgers University with a whole lot of flair. Imagine a robust, medieval-era knight clad in gleaming red armor, riding a white horse, and wielding a sword – it's like something straight out of a legend. This mascot wasn't always around; before 1955, Rutgers had a mascot called the Chanticleer, which was essentially a rooster and, ngl, didn't exactly scream toughness. After a campus-wide election, the Scarlet Knight won out as the new mascot, beating names like Queensmen and Red Lions. Now, Sir Henry, the live-action Scarlet Knight, attends all the big games, bringing energy, pageantry, and a whole lot of Rutgers pride 🛡️. This knight embodies honor, courage, and strength, making him the perfect symbol for Rutgers athletics.