University of Maine’s Football Team Brings Sledgehammer to Every Football Game

Maine squares off against Northeastern in the first round of AT&T Schooled: NESN’s College Face Off.

Here are some more facts about Maine.

Location: Orono, Maine
Enrollment: 8,800
Tuition and fees: $22,198 (in-state), $26,218 (New England/Canada residents), $37,228 (out-of-state)
Faculty: 720
Colors: Blue and white
Mascot: Bananas the Black Bear
National championships: 2
Unique tradition: The football team carries out a sledgehammer for every home football game
Famous alumni: Stephen King, Paul Kariya, John Baldacci

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