Saint Peter's

The Saint Peter's University Peacocks embody the spirit of the ultimate underdog, the tough-as-nails grit of Jersey City, and the magic of a dream that captivated the world. Saint Peter's is immortalized in college basketball history for authoring the single greatest Cinderella run in the annals of March Madness: the unforgettable 2022 journey where the No. 15 seeded Peacocks defied all odds to become the first team of their seed to ever reach the Elite Eight. That magical run was built on a series of monumental upsets, as the fearless Peacocks toppled blue-blood Kentucky, high-powered Murray State, and Big Ten giant Purdue in succession, becoming America's Team overnight. Led by coach Shaheen Holloway and a team that perfectly mirrored the resilient character of their city, the "Strut Up" Peacocks became a global symbol of what is possible with unwavering belief and courage. As a proud member of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference, their improbable journey was born from a culture of toughness forged inside the intimate Run Baby Run Arena. The Saint Peter's Peacocks will forever be a testament to the heart of a champion, a small school that proved to the world that any team, from any city, can make history.