In a statement, read by Cutters Vice-President of Marketing & Public Relations, Gabe Sinicropi, Rusty stated, “My years as the Crosscutters mascot have been the most rewarding of my life.  Spending summer nights at Bowman Field with the fans, and especially the children of the area has been a truly memorable experience.  I’ll never forget my first game in 1999 or the championship years of 2001 and 2003.” 

In explaining his departure, Mr. Roughcut said, “As good as all this has been for me and my career, I miss being a lumberjack.  The feel of the saw, the smell of fresh cut wood and all that goes with it.  In addition, watching the Crosscutters compete on the field over the years has my competitive juices flowing.” 

“It is for those reasons I am announcing that effective immediately, I will be joining the United States Axeman’s Association and beginning my training to compete in sanctioned Lumberjack competitions across the nation.  My ultimate goal is to set a new world record in competition with the one man crosscut saw.” 

Rusty has some possible mascot replacements in mind and will be talking to his friends and providing his recommendations to the Crosscutters in the coming months.   

Williamsport Crosscutters Vice-President - General Manager Doug Estes thanked Rusty for his years of service saying, “The Crosscutters organization has had the pleasure of working with Rusty for over 9 years.  He will be missed by fans and by his co-workers.”   

“We thank him for his hard work and dedication to the team.  The Crosscutters are pleased to announce that we fully support Rusty in his new endeavor and will be providing sponsorship support to him while he is on the road pursuing his dream.  The door for his return to the Cutters will always be open.” 

Rusty Roughcut spent a total of nine seasons as the mascot for the Williamsport Crosscutters.  The team is expected to introduce their new mascot in early spring.   

Rusty Roughcut by the Numbers

Seasons with Crosscutters – 9

Regular Season Home Games – 342

School Appearances – 200+

Hugs Given & Smiles Produced – Too many to count