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History of Rogers Field
Since its inception in 1894, Washington State University
students, fans, and alumni have paid witness to over a century of greatness when it comes to the football
program.Cougar football has had its share of renowned coaches such as William H. "Lonestar" Dietz, Orin E. "Babe"
Hollingberry, and Mike Price. Additionally, the program has produced a phenomenal number of legends when
it comes to playing the game. A small sampling of these players include: Glen "Turk" Edwards, Mel Hein,
Jack Thompson, Mark Rypien, Rueben Mayes, Mike Utley, Drew Bledsoe, Jason Hanson, Ryan Leaf and Jason Gesser.
The history of the stadium dates back to 1892, when it was built and named Soldier Field.
Butch T. Cougar
In 1927, Governor Roland Hartley presented a cougar cub to
the students of Washington State. This first cougar mascot was named Butch in honor of Herbert "Butch"
Meeker of Spokane, who was WSU's gridiron football star at the time.
Governor Clarence D. Martin presented Butch II to the student body in 1938. Butch III and IV were twin cubs
presented by Governor Arthur B. Langlie in January 1942. Governor Langlie also presented Butch V in 1955. Butch VI, the
last live mascot on campus, died in the summer of 1978. Governor Albert Rosellini had presented him to Washington State
University in 1964 from the Seattle Zoo.
Today, the Washington State University mascot "Butch T. Cougar" is a costumed mascot that people love and enjoy.
He is a widely recognized symbol of the university. Butch cannot only be seen at athletic events but also at
other functions related to the university and its constituent groups. He is a source of pride for members of the
cougar family and a means of promoting the university.
"WSU Cheerleading"
The Washington State University Spirit Squad is made up of the cheerleaders, the Crimson Girls dance team and the
mascot, "Butch T. Cougar." Each of the three groups plays a major role in creating spirit and enthusiasm at Washington State University.
The WSU Cheerleading Squad is made up of approximately 12 female and 12 male cheerleaders. They cheer at home and away football games,
home volleyball, and home men's and women's basketball games. Besides weekly practices and games, the team also makes many
appearances on campus and throughout the state.
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