Who is the UC San Diego mascot?
The Triton is described as the offspring of Poseidon and Amphitrite, a demigod of the sea with a lower part of the body like that of a fish. It is known as a mighty and fierce sea warrior.
Given UC San Diego's close proximity to the Pacific Ocean and its connections with the world-famous Scripps Institution of Oceanography, the Triton became our appropriate mascot in 1964.
Tritons Rising! Stir up your Triton spirit
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Take a selfie with the Triton at any RIMAC Arena home game and post on social media!
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Become an active member of Triton Tide — the official student engagement group of UC San Diego.
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Mark your calendar for official Triton Tide events, follow Triton Tide on Twitter and Instagram, and learn more on the UC San Diego Athletics website.
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Join the fun-lovin' UC San Diego Pep Band (whether or not you play an instrument!), or clap along at any Triton event.
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Don't miss fall quarter's annual Triton Homecoming celebrations with tailgate parties, game nights, music, and more.
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Unite, fight, win the Cup of Cheer for your college during winter quarter's annual Spirit Night festivities.
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Wear your spirit on your sleeve, and stock up on your blue and gold with Triton gear at the UC San Diego Bookstore.
Sing along with the Triton Fight Song:
Listen to the UC San Diego Triton Fight Song (MP3) recorded by the UC San Diego Pep Band:
Fight on,
with mighty Triton spirit,
Hail to, the Triton name.
Loyal Tritons
march victorious,
On to fame.
Fight on,
the Triton host prevails,
March on, in unity —
Bold and strong we fight
for Triton victory.
U-C-S-D! Fight! Fight! Fight!