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Meet Ralphie VII: Colorado's New 700-Pound Buffalo Mascot

10/8/2025

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Ralphie VII, Colorado's buffalo mascot, is nicknamed "Brandy" after the Looking Glass song "Brandy (You're a Fine Girl)."
The 1-year-old weighs 700 pounds and runs more than Ralphie VI; the naming tradition lists Moonshine, Tequila, Rowdy, Blackout, Ember.
Ralphie VII debuted on September 20 against Wyoming, succeeding Ralphie VI who retired due to lack of interest in running.

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Story summary

Ralphie VII, Colorado's buffalo mascot, is nicknamed "Brandy" after the Looking Glass song "Brandy (You're a Fine Girl)."
The 1-year-old weighs 700 pounds and runs more than Ralphie VI; the naming tradition lists Moonshine, Tequila, Rowdy, Blackout, Ember.
Ralphie VII debuted on September 20 against Wyoming, succeeding Ralphie VI who retired due to lack of interest in running.