Who is Ellie the Elephant? Meet the New York Liberty's sassy mascot taking over WNBA games
During New York Liberty games, fans may notice a very animated mascot perusing around the arena. Her name is Ellie the Elephant.
Introduced to the public in 2022 as part of the New York Liberty’s 25th anniversary season, Ellie has become a main fixture during games. Named after Ellis Island, Ellie is a symbol of New York’s history and is meant to represent strength, power, wisdom and determination.
She also represents a whole lot of confidence.
Through hysterical TikTok videos and electric performances at the Barclays Center, Ellie has danced her way into the hearts of many WNBA fans and even celebrities who frequently attend Liberty games.
Had to do a @BigEllieLiberty cam. Here’s what you can expect from Ellie during a @nyliberty home game pic.twitter.com/dAsDnkGLbx
— Arielle (Ari) Chambers (@ariivory) May 22, 2024
She’s known for her larger-than-life personality and her wonderful wardrobe that has never missed an opportunity to shine.
Yes your fav Brooklyn Baddie made a GRWM on Opening Night @TELFARGLOBAL @nyliberty @VictoriaMonet pic.twitter.com/yGE6s81E1h
— Ellie The Elephant (@BigEllieLiberty) May 19, 2024
PUT HER ON THE BEST DRESSED LIST RN @leaguefits @BigEllieLiberty @nyliberty pic.twitter.com/irLGupeMLe
— Aliyah Funschelle (@AliyahFun) May 18, 2024
Ellie’s energy is always unmatched, and so is her sense of humor, as shown during this Lil’ Kim performance last year, where she flawlessly executed some of Kim’s own dance moves.
Y’all this elephant is so outta pocket Ellie & @LilKim @nyliberty pic.twitter.com/0JNYBbyQxU
— Arielle (Ari) Chambers (@ariivory) October 15, 2023
If you haven’t been following Ellie’s journey, now is the time to get on the hype train. She is THAT girl.