A thousand-pound buffalo and a football tradition unlike any other, the University of Colorado’s Ralphie run is a spectacle that ignites fans from Folsom Field and beyond. Tuesday marked the end of an era as CU announced Ralphie V’s retirement. A spunky, full of personality buffalo, Ralphie V has had more than a successful career at CU.
At 13 years old, Ralphie V’s retirement comes after 12 seasons of leading the Buffs football team as their live mascot. Fond memories from Ralphie handlers, runners and coaches characterize the one of a kind Ralphie V as the icon of the university.