Charlotte Knights


Photo Credit: Joy Marie De Block

 Homer the Dragon is the mascot for the Charlotte Knights who play in Charlotte, North Carolina. The team, which plays in the International League, is an affiliate of the Chicago White Sox. The Knights play at BB&T Ballpark located in Uptown Charlotte.  Homer the Dragon is the most famous and loved dragon in baseball! While he’s never surfed, he certainly enjoys a good wave. Homer is known for playfully biting the heads of his best friends and giving the most amazing high fives. 

He does around 200 appearances a year that span from visits to the Levine Children’s Hospital in Uptown Charlotte, to television interviews, to Miracle League games and various corporate functions. His nemesis is the Royalty Racing character, Jerry the Jester. Homer does whatever it takes to make sure that only the King, Queen, and Knight win races. 

While at the ballpark, Homer loves to interact with fans and mess with the opposing team to make people laugh. He is known not only for being full of energy but also for having great dance moves. Homer performs his school show, Dragon Strong, in local schools and addresses resiliency and mental toughness in today’s youth. For more information about Homer the Dragon, visit HomertheDragon.com! 

 Fun Facts:

 Position: Mascot
Number: 0
Throws: Awesome parties!
Hits: The whoa, whip, and nae nae
Weight: I don’t like to, especially in long lines
Hobbies: Fishing for Stripers and posting on social media (@CLTKnightsHomer)
Favorite MLB Team: Chicago White Sox
Favorite Food: Tacos
Favorite Movie: How to Train Your Dragon
MiLB Debut: 1989
Likes: High fives, white socks, and long walks on the Corona Roof Top Beach at BB&T Ballpark
Dislikes: Rain delays, away games, and Jerry the Jester

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