The Notre Dame Leprechaun is the mascot of the University of Notre Dame (Notre Dame) Fighting Irish athletics department. He appears at athletic events, most notably at football games. He was designed by sports artist Theodore W. Drake in 1964 for US$ 50.

The Leprechaun In keeping with the nickname Fighting Irish and the Irish folklore, the Leprechaun serves as the Notre Dame mascot. The Notre Dame logo features a side view of the figure with his dukes up, ready to battle anyone that comes his way.

2025年1月20日 · One of the most iconic college athletics mascots is the Notre Dame leprechaun. The student anointed with this role wears a small green hat, green jacket, green shorts and a golden vest.

2024年12月20日 · Notre Dame’s current mascot is a leprechaun, which aligns with the school’s Irish theme. The leprechaun has been the official mascot of the Fighting Irish since 1965, and the logo features a side view of a traditional Irish leprechaun in a fighting stance.

2024年6月18日 · In honor of the day, it’s as good of time as any to look back at the Notre Dame leprechaun mascot over the years. The leprechaun became an official part of the Notre Dame cheer squad in...

2024年12月20日 · Notre Dame's mascot is a leprechaun, which represents "the tenacious spirit of the Fighting Irish and their determination," according to the school. The design first came about in the 1960s...

2019年9月19日 · Notre Dame’s mascot is iconic and instantly recognizable. Clad in a bright green jacket, vest, tie and hat, the character poses for countless pictures on any given weekend. In 2019, the Fighting Irish made waves by welcoming their most diverse cast of leprechauns to date.

2025年1月8日 · The mascot of the Notre Dame Fighting Irish is The Leprechaun. The costumed character represents a mischievous, bearded leprechaun dressed in a green suit, hat, and bow tie.

2024年3月1日 · The energy is palpable, dulling the chill of a winter afternoon in South Bend, Indiana. The masses will be led by the glowing cheerleaders and the vibrant Notre Dame Leprechaun, who will encourage everyone to match their spirit and energy through a football battle steeped in tradition.

In 1966, Notre Dame’s Student Senate voted to make the leprechaun an official mascot of the University. By the end of the decade, the Irish terriers were phased out, and the leprechaun has served as the only mascot ever since.