Most students for four years, they live a textbook double life. They are the most famous face on a campus of forty thousand people, yet they walk to class in absolute anonymity. Some sign strict Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), master the art of manufacturing fake weekend plans, and lie to their roommates about why they are busy and can't hang out at Games ETC. They are college sports mascots. And for decades, the rule of the suit was simple: Never break character, and never let them see the hu

From the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex | Orlando, Florida The spotlight was firmly on collegiate mascots this January as the 2026 UCA College Cheerleading Nationals returned to ESPN’s Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando. While cheer and dance programs delivered elite performances all weekend long, mascot competition once again proved why these performers are among the most dynamic and versatile athletes in college spirit. From legendary veterans to rising stars, the 2026 mascot divisions

Illinois State University’s beloved mascot, Reggie Redbird, has taken flight into a new era. After more than four decades of rallying Redbird pride on campus and beyond, Reggie has received a full-bodied refresh—while keeping all the spirit and warmth that fans know and cherish. The Revamp: Tradition Meets Innovation Unveiled today, August 9, 2025, during a press release from Illinois State Athletics, the updated design for Reggie Redbird blends a strong, athletic silhouette with bold, expressiv

A Vision That Changed the Game Back in 2011, Jeromé Bartlett looked at America’s sidelines and saw untapped potential. He knew mascots could be more than halftime distractions—they could be culture-shaping superstars who ignite entire arenas. So he founded Higher Impact Entertainment and rolled out an idea that would redefine the craft: Mascot Training Camp. Fourteen years later, that spark has exploded into the world’s largest, most respected mascot development event. From Performer to “Mascot

Banana Ball Entertainment has just turned up the heat on it's next Team Mascot Induction. The league known for its wild, fan-first energy has added a new flame to its fire – introducing Bo the Beaver, the official mascot of the league’s blazing team, The Firefighters. With a grin as wide as his fire helmet and energy as unstoppable as a four-alarm blaze, Bo the Beaver is already lighting up crowds and igniting the stands with pure mascot madness. Bo isn't your average mascot. Dressed head to toe

Mascot Insider is Pleased to have a Chat with The Hubbard Eagle, and His Pal Isaac has helped provide the answers. We hope you enjoy this Interview!   What is a Favorite Skit you've done in the Past?   My favorite skit would have to be those at Christmas time! The Eagle brings many gifts to basketball games during the holiday season; a favorite is giving some of Hubbard’s favorite older community members coal for Christmas, while kids can go home with teddy bears, dolls, and even Eagle Plushies.

Mascot Insider is excited to present another Mascot Interview this time we are interviewing Chompers from the Yartford Yard Goats his pal Caden helped with the answers check them out below!  What is a Favorite Skit you've done in the Past?   My favorite skit I’ve done was a WWE  style royal rumble with 10 other mascots at a hockey game. It was in a big inflatable wrestling wring we all got in and once the bell rang everyone went at it. I had a WWE championship belt with the Hartford yardgoats lo

Mascot Interviews Is Back and Mascot Insider is pleased to present an interview with Top Gunner the official mascot for the West Texas Warbirds take a read below. Can you tell the Fans a little about your Self and how you became to be the Mascot for Warbird Football Team?  I'm Bishop Greene aka Mascot Sensei and I've been a mascot entertainer for over 20 years.  I've entertained masses from high school to my collegiate days as Sammy the Bearkat for Sam Houston State. As semi-pro/ professional en