It's only been since October that UGA VIII took over to represent the University Of Georgia Bulldogs. But last Friday, UGA VIII passed away from complications stemming from his Lymphoma. RIP UGA VIII, we barely knew you. … [Read more...]
Oct
20
UGA VIII Makes His Debut As University Of Georgia’s Mascot
After teh too soon passing of UGA VII last November, the search was on for a new live mascot to roam "Between The Hedges" at the University of Georgia. UGA VIII or "Big Bad Bruce" as he was formerly known was introduced to the homecoming crowd last weekend before the Georgia Bulldogs played Vanderbilt at their home Sanford Stadium. Now the … [Read more...]
Oct
04
Reporter Pays The Price For Running With Colorado Buffaloes Mascot Ralphie
Holy crap, if this doesn't get my heart racing every time. Now I know we talk about live mascots here on YMS and how bad of an idea it is, but Ralphie leading the team onto the field in Colorado is still one of my favorite parts of the game. In this clip from last weekend, sideline reporter Jim Knox decides to run with Ralphie and promptly … [Read more...]
Sep
16
USDA: No More Bear Mascots At Baylor Games
Okay, we’re starting off slow today, but the USDA has ruled that Lady and Joy, Baylor’s live bear mascots can no longer appear on a leash at Baylor football games or school events. They are getting old, and as we all know, old bears (like people) get cranky. You never know what these bears are going to do. And bears on a leash? It doesn’t … [Read more...]
Apr
16
Ralphie, Mascot From The University Of Colorado To Co-Star In Upcoming Man Vs. Food Episode
Ralphie is probably one of the best live mascots in all of college football is scheduled to appear in an upcoming episode of the Travel Channels popular show Man Vs. Food. The show is currently shooting it's next season in which Ralphie will Co-Star in an episode. Hopefully he is the sidekick, and not the main entree. What part of the … [Read more...]
Apr
05
MArch Madness- Butler Blue II Takes Center Stage At The Final Four
He's become a part of their pre-game ritual, and now he'll be there when the Butler Bulldogs face the Duke Blue Devils tonght fro the NCAA Basketball National Championship. It's been a long journey with some twists and turns, but I'm sure Blue II is ready, and the Butler players wouldn't have it any other way. You see, the NCAA has a rule … [Read more...]
Mar
01
West Virginia To Name New Mountaineer Mascot Tonight.
At halftime of tonight's basketball game vs. Georgetown, West Virginia University will name it's new Mountaineer mascot. We warned you Rebecca Durst was going to be ousted. Durst (seen above on right) has represented the University for the past year at various sporting and community events. She will pass on teh golden rifle (they don't call … [Read more...]
Feb
09
This Could End Bad – Missouri Student Wants Live Tiger Mascot
There's something about having a live animal mascot that is both cool, and at the same time scares the heck out of me. An ambitious Missouri Student proposes that the Missouri Tigers find a live tiger to have present at home football games. He says it would "Raise school spirit" and "draw attention to the school." I don't disagree with him … [Read more...]
Jan
26
We Hardly Knew You Rebecca Durst, West Virginia Mountaineer
It is with a heavy heart that we tell you about this next story. After a great year, representing West Virginia University Athletics, Rebecca Durst, the second ever Female Mountaineer mascot will give way to a new face (and body) in the buckskins. There are some pretty heavy requirements (including passing the West Virginia hunters safety … [Read more...]
Jan
13
The King Of Sports Says Your Mascot Sucks
Don't call him a mascot, more of an anti-mascot. And yes, The King says that your mascot sucks. The King will make fun of your fans (an easy job in Oklahoma City), your mascot, and anything else that is sacred to your team. He's not affiliated with the Sacramento Kings, The LA Kings, or the Kings Of Leon (Google It). He's also not affiliated … [Read more...]
