What is a Moc? For more than a decade, this question has puzzled
many fans and observers of Chattanooga Athletics. The UTC
Athletics Department changed logos in 1997, moving away from
Native American imagery to a package of logos using railroad
images, the nickname “Mocs,” and the Scrappy mascot. The new
package emphasized UTC’s connection to Chattanooga and the
city’s railroad heritage and incorporated the Tennessee state
bird. The term “Moc” is short for “Mockingbird.” Mockingbirds
are fiercely territorial creatures which protect their homes
with courage, determination and skill. Those attributes reflect
the intellect, spirit and character of UTC student-athletes and
alumni. A Moc is a champion on the playing surface, in the
classroom and, most importantly, in life. Named after legendary
football coach A.C. “Scrappy” Moore, Scrappy, the Chattanooga
mascot, is a fixture for the Mocs. A re-design in 2008 puts
Scrappy in the image of the State Bird of Tennessee, a
Mockingbird. The mockingbird is known as a fie