Colorado University Athletics
2023-24 Ralphie Roster
Ethan Mackley
- Class:
- Senior
- Hometown:
- Rifle, Colo.
- High School:
- Rifle
- Major:
- Philosophy & Business (Real Estate)
WHAT SPARKED YOUR INTEREST IN THE RALPHIE PROGRAM?
My mom wouldn't let me get a dog, and I still really wanted a four-legged friend to hang out with. Getting to run with the best mascot in college sports is also a huge plus.
WHAT DOES RALPHIE MEAN TO YOU?
Ralphie is not only one of my best buddies, she embodies the school that my family has attended for three generations. Getting to be a part of this program has meant the world to both me and them!
WHAT'S THE HARDEST PART OF BEING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
Cutting back on my fast food habits so I can actually keep up.
WHAT'S THE BEST PART OF BEING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
Getting to spend time with two of the most beautiful creatures on Earth, Ralphie and Phil Schabarum. Also, meeting 14 of my new best friends.
WHAT'S ONE THING THAT SURPRISES PEOPLE THE MOST WHEN THEY ASK YOU ABOUT BEING A
RALPHIE HANDLER?
Usually people are the most surprised when I tell them how intelligent Buffalo really are. And despite being herd animals, how unique and individualistic each one is.
WHAT'S ONE THING ABOUT RALPHIE THAT SURPRISED YOU THE MOST AFTER BECOMING A
RALPHIE HANDLER?
How much Ralphie is pumped up by big crowds cheering for her, and how excited she is to see her fans on game-day.
WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES?
Fly fishing, snowboarding, arguing and mountain biking.
My mom wouldn't let me get a dog, and I still really wanted a four-legged friend to hang out with. Getting to run with the best mascot in college sports is also a huge plus.
WHAT DOES RALPHIE MEAN TO YOU?
Ralphie is not only one of my best buddies, she embodies the school that my family has attended for three generations. Getting to be a part of this program has meant the world to both me and them!
WHAT'S THE HARDEST PART OF BEING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
Cutting back on my fast food habits so I can actually keep up.
WHAT'S THE BEST PART OF BEING A RALPHIE HANDLER?
Getting to spend time with two of the most beautiful creatures on Earth, Ralphie and Phil Schabarum. Also, meeting 14 of my new best friends.
WHAT'S ONE THING THAT SURPRISES PEOPLE THE MOST WHEN THEY ASK YOU ABOUT BEING A
RALPHIE HANDLER?
Usually people are the most surprised when I tell them how intelligent Buffalo really are. And despite being herd animals, how unique and individualistic each one is.
WHAT'S ONE THING ABOUT RALPHIE THAT SURPRISED YOU THE MOST AFTER BECOMING A
RALPHIE HANDLER?
How much Ralphie is pumped up by big crowds cheering for her, and how excited she is to see her fans on game-day.
WHAT ARE YOUR HOBBIES?
Fly fishing, snowboarding, arguing and mountain biking.
Welcoming Ralphie VII | The Story of Adding a New Buffalo to the Herd
Thursday, September 25
Introducing Ralphie VII
Friday, September 19
Ralphie makes her 2024 debut at the CU Freshman Welcome
Saturday, August 24
Ralphie Handlers and the Parkers
Sunday, August 18