"Now's the Day, and Now's the Hour"

Now is the time to support our school and fuel our fight for athletic excellence - especially as we transition into the SAA. 

Our new campaign will run from September 20th to October 4th - and our initial goal will be $150,000 raised as a department. Through generous donors like yourself and amazing gift-matching partners, we hope to accomplish this goal and set ourselves in a position to compete on the national stage. 

Stay tuned for the posting of individual team pages in the coming weeks with specific goals and needs for each program and how you can help the Scots achieve their goals. 
 

Why the Wha Hae

The "Scots Wha Hae" (English Translation: Scots Who Have) is a patriotic Scottish song dating back to the late 1700s. The song, framed as a stirring speech from Robert the Bruce to his troops before the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314, was meant to ignite national pride and resolve. The battle itself was a pivotal Scottish victory during the First War of Scottish Independence against England. A central theme of the song is the sacrifices and leadership of William Wallace and Robert the Bruce, two of Scotland's most iconic freedom fighters. Over time, the "Scots Wha Hae" became an unofficial Scottish national anthem and a rally cry for independence, resilience, and cultural pride. 

The obvious connection between our Maryville College Scots and the song's Scottish heritage is central to the identity of the school and the legacy of the Scots' bravery, unity, and pride. 

The Scots Wha Hae is not just a song - it is a call to arms. It inspires support, evokes shared struggle, and unites us under a common banner. It is our rallying cry. 

Like the Scottish forces at Bannockburn, the Scots may often be seen as underdogs - competing with heart, grit, and pride. The song mirrors that determined spirit and positions us all as a part of the fight for excellence for Maryville College Athletics.