Social Media Reacts to New York Liberty Mascot Ellie the Elephant’s Renaissance-Inspired Performance

While many people go to sports games to enjoy the players competing for a winning title, some attend these events to see the energetic mascots. But one team’s mascot stands out amongst the rest and has gained a fanbase of its own. Unveiled in June 2023, The New York Liberty’s Ellie the Elephant has become a beloved symbol of the WNBA team, bringing in a fresh wave of excitement to the organization.

MOVE OUT THE WAY 💥 I’m with my bookies and we all need space. Elliyoncé & her entourage 🖤 #NYLiberty #ellietheelephant #wnba #beyonce #renaissance #pride #pridemonth pic.twitter.com/xdaGwhTSsW

— Ellie The Elephant (@BigEllieLiberty) June 24, 2024

The creation of Ellie came about after the team agreed to revitalize its brand and deepen the connection with fans. Designed to be playful and enthusiastic, Ellie graces the games wearing a jersey with the number “97” to highlight the year the Liberty franchise was established. Ellie stands over seven feet tall with bright, teal-colored skin and a welcoming smile. However, Ellie isn’t just a pretty face, she also serves as the team’s ambassador and embodies the Liberty’s theme of empowerment and community.

Not Ellie the Elephant dancing to a Renaissance mashup #wnba pic.twitter.com/1ttBJ17dhJ

— mamala harris. (@blaquecranes) June 22, 2024

Speaking of her personality, Ellie recently gave an outstanding halftime performance to celebrate Pride Month and extend a tribute to Beyoncé. During the show, Ellie performed choreography to a melody from Beyoncé’s “Renaissance” album. Using her own dancers, Ellie stepped out on the court in a silver outfit to mimic the theme of the album and had songs like “Formation,” “Move Ya Body,” and “Move” playing in the background.

Of course, the video clip of the performance made its way to social media, with users hyping up the mascot, who gave us her best moves. See what users had to say below:

We stan Ellie the Elephant in this household!

— Asia (@asiiajanaee) June 24, 2024

the person inside ellie the elephant better be black

— abo☆eba°~ (@jinxzai) June 23, 2024

Ellie the Elephant is indeed one of the gworls 😭

— 𝙿𝚑𝚘𝚎𝚗𝚒𝚡 🐦‍🔥 (@damnnchrissy) June 23, 2024

Not for nothing I might have Ellie the Elephant at my wedding. I now fully understand the people who have their team mascot at private events. She’s so much fun and really brings up the atmosphere and vibe. She’s that gworl!

— Ericka Skywalker-Boyega ୨୧ (@ErickaSkywalkrr) June 23, 2024

Why is this Ellie the elephant going so hardddd in the dances ??? Is it actually for kids 😂

— 𝖆𝖗𝖊𝖊 🇨🇾 (@arediworld) June 23, 2024

Now I need the @itsSeanBankhead touch for Ellie The Elephant’s next performance. https://t.co/AQlOLtrEXb pic.twitter.com/GKQuQf8vQV

— Eric Ford (@ItsMorphinTime_) June 23, 2024

Whoever is performing as Ellie thee Elephant needs to be making 6 figures. All that work in a hot ass character suit during the summer is bonkers

— Sertraline Siren (@gorgeousmia91) June 23, 2024

Ellie the Elephant giving renaissance visuals before the horse lady is crazy

— 🧚🏽‍♀️ (@_theemuse) June 23, 2024

Ellie the elephant’s pride game half time show is… special

— Nic Bullen (@nic_shout) June 22, 2024

When Ellie the Elephant get to spinning that ponytail she’s about to go off. 😂😂😂

And did yall see she has a lil boo zaddy now. IKTR.

— Christopher Stewart (@EatingFab) June 21, 2024