About the Mascot

When UC Riverside opened in February 1954, it had classrooms, a new Physical Education Building, and a student body eager to inaugurate the new school. What it didn't have, however, was a mascot. Click here to read about the evolution of the Highlanders.

The Braveheart Bear Statue

See the newest icon for UCR Athletics.

The UCR Athletics Hall of Fame

Click here for the list of inductees into the UC Riverside Athletics Hall of Fame.

Get Your Highlander Gear

Dress like the Highlanders. Check out the UCR Bookstore for all the latest deals, or click on their catalog here.

The UCR Cheer Team

The Highlanders' award-winning cheer team performs at many home events and has won several national competitions.

UCR Fight Song "Brave Scots"

Written by long-time pep band director Bill Helms, the Highlanders' fight song debuted in 2001. Click here to see the music and hear the tune.

The UCR Pipe Band

Go to the home page for the UC Riverside Pipe Band, which frequently performs at UCR sporting events.

The UCR Pep Band

Excitement and enthusiasm throughout the season for both Women's and Men's home basketball games is provided by the Pep Band. This energizing group is open to any UCR student.