Stomper the Maverick

Stomper
Stomper the Maverick at Blakeslee Stadium
University	Minnesota State University, Mankato
Conference	* Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference * Western College Hockey Association
Description	Maverick
First seen	1977

Stomper the Maverick is the mascot for the Minnesota State Mavericks athletics teams of the Minnesota State University, Mankato and the associated club teams and charities. During the year, Stomper makes over 250 appearances and nearly all home games for university teams as well as regional and charity fundraisers.^[1]

Stomper is known for helping rally the fans and crowds at sporting events through various antics. He can be seen as part of giveaways and other competitions and is often playfully waving to children. Several events, locations and areas are named for Stomper. For example, the university works in collaboration with Mankato Transit Service to run the Stomper Express, a transit service for students.^[2]