Ole Miss Rebels facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Ole Miss Rebels |
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| University | University of Mississippi |
| Conference | Southeastern Conference |
| Division | Division I / FBS |
| Athletic director | Ross Bjork |
| Varsity teams | 18 |
| Mascot | Rebel Black Bear |
| Nickname | Rebels |
| Fight song | Forward Rebels |
| Colors | Harvard Crimson and Yale Blue (adopted in 1893) |
The Ole Miss Rebels are the official sports teams for the University of Mississippi. These teams represent the university in many different sports. They were first known as the "Mississippi Flood." In 1936, the teams were given their current name, the Rebels.
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Discovering the Ole Miss Rebels' Colors
The official colors for the Ole Miss Rebels are cardinal red and navy blue. These colors were chosen to be similar to the colors of two famous universities: Harvard University and Yale University. The colors help fans easily recognize their favorite teams.
Major Sports Rivalries of Ole Miss
The Ole Miss Rebels have some exciting sports rivalries. These are often games that fans look forward to the most! Their biggest rivals include the Mississippi State Bulldogs, the LSU Tigers, and the Arkansas Razorbacks. These games are always very competitive.
Images for kids
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This image shows the first time the "Hotty Toddy Cheer" appeared in the media. It was published in The Daily Mississippian newspaper on November 19, 1926.
See also
In Spanish: Ole Miss Rebels para niños
