Colorado University Athletics
Students! Ralphie Handler Tryout Information Is Available
April 01, 2016 | Football
BOULDER - The Buffs are now accepting applications to become a Ralphie Handler for the 2016-17 football season.
The buffalo mascot is a lasting tradition in Boulder, dating back the 1934 contest to select an official school nickname by the Silver & Gold newspaper, and Ralphie arrived in 1966. Since her debut on October 28, 1967, the pregame charging buffalo tradition has persisted as one of the greatest college football traditions in the nation.
Applicants must be a full-time CU student with at least one fall semester remaining prior to graduation in order to participate in the tryout process, held in conjunction with the spring football game. Applications are due this Friday, April 1.
Ralphie handlers are chosen based on performance in timed speed runs, application materials and an in-person interview. Those selected must dedicate approximately 30 hours a week to the program, consisting of strength and conditioning workouts, practices, games, special appearances, travel and pen maintenance.
Eligible applications will be notified regarding tryout dates and times.
To access the application and learn more about the Ralphie Handler program, visit www.CUBuffs.com/ralphie.
