Francie Cook is a short and energetic Reeltown High School junior who also answers to the name Rufus.

Francie, 16, is Rufus the Rebel, RHS’ mascot. For every football game and fall pep rally, she dons a Confederate soldier’s uniform, complete with a fake sword and boots. Once she puts on the giant paper-mâché head – she sees through the nose – the transformation is complete.