Citronaut to Knightro

Over the past 53 years, UCF has had eight mascots — each leading to the current iconic knight that we know and love.

BY NINA MURILLO

Vincent the Vulture was an actual vulture that flew around campus in 1969 and had a “Vultermania” fanbase.

With a majority student vote, the Knights of Pegasus became the official mascot in May 1970.

Mack the Knight made his appearance on the university’s 25th anniversary in 1989. Sir Wins-A-lot was introduced in the early '80s and was knighted at a football game by former UCF President Trevor Colbourn.

The Citronaut was introduced in 1968; students were still not thrilled and continued to submit redesigns to the school. Inspired by the Disney film, Puff the Dragon was introduced in 1987. Disney even provided a costume for the school. In 1994, everyone’s favorite knight, Knightro, made his debut alongside the UCF cheer team with his counterpart Glycerin (center); their costumes were designed by a Disney developer.