Regardless of the etymology, Testudo has been an enduring symbol of the University of Maryland for over 80 years. A striking bronze sculpture, crafted by Edwin C. Mayo, was unveiled on June 2, 1933, ...

What are Terrapin? Here's what to know about the history of Maryland's nickname ahead of the men's NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 ...

The diamondback terrapin became Maryland's official state reptile in 1994. However, in 1932, then-football coach Dr. H. Curley Byrd recommended that it be used as the school mascot in response to ...

Adults across the country are reporting that their kids — who pick teams based on mascots, colors or vibes — are schooling ...

Two other U.S. high schools use the Witches as their mascot, but no one can pull it off with such historical authenticity like Salem, Massachusetts. During a heavy rainstorm at a football game ...

Michigan State is shifting its final football game of the 2025 regular season against Maryland from Spartan Stadium to Ford Field.

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Minor league baseball teams are known for their antics and campaigns to sell tickets, but this one by the Chesapeake Baysox ...