What is a Boilermaker? Here's what to know about the history of Purdue's nickname ahead of the men's NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 ...

Purdue University's mascot, the Boilermakers, originated from a newspaper taunt in 1891 after a football victory against ...

Fans navigating the dozens of schools in the NCAA men’s and women’s basketball tournaments might become as attached to the mascots as the athletes themselves. Furry, animated characters used as ...

Sports teams use mascots to boost team spirit and energize the fans. They do so, often wearing a costume with a giant cartoon head. That also creates the perfect photo opportunity. Tod Stutzman ...