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The University of the South Tigers is the athletic program of the University of the South, a private liberal arts university in Sewanee, Tennessee. The school’s sports teams are known informally as the Sewanee Tigers, and officially as the Tigers of the University of the South. They compete in the Southern Athletic Association (SAA) of NCAA Division III. The origin of the name “Tigers” is uncertain, but some believe it is a reference to the school’s historic mascot, a tiger named “Old Sewanee.” The tiger is a symbol of strength, courage, and power, and it is believed that these qualities are reflected in the Sewanee Tigers athletic teams. In addition to its athletic significance, the tiger is also a popular symbol of the University of the South more generally. The tiger is often used in marketing materials and on campus buildings, and it is a source of pride for many Sewanee students, alumni, and fans.