If you’ve ever walked through Center City Philadelphia, you’ve likely noticed the massive bronze statue of William Penn towering above City Hall. At 37 feet tall, it’s the largest statue atop any building in the world and has been watching over the city since 1894.

But for Philly sports fans, William Penn is more than just a historical figure—he’s an unofficial good luck charm who sometimes dons jerseys for our beloved teams when they make deep playoff runs.