Inside Higher Impact Entertainment's 2025 Mascot Training Camp
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 Guru”
Jeromé isn’t just a coach; he’s lived the roar. Fans once knew him as T-Bone of the AHL’s San Antonio Rampage and the beloved Coyote of the NBA’s San Antonio Spurs. Guided by legends such as:
- Tim Derk – the original Spurs Coyote
- Dave Raymond – the original Phillie Phanatic
- Robert Boudwin – the original Rockets’ Clutch the Bear
Jeromé learned from the best and then paid it forward—launching public camps in 2012 and earning the on-air nickname “Mascot Guru” from actor-host Kal Penn on National Geographic’s The Big Picture.
Camp 2025: Bigger, Louder, Better
On June 21, 2025, the Live Oak Conference Center in Texas pulsed with foam heads, oversized paws, and 33 mascots looking to level up. In one action-packed day, campers mastered:
- Character animation & body language
- Crowd-interaction hacks that spark instant cheers
- Stunt & safety essentials
- Skit writing, rehearsal, and branding tips
The grand finale—Mascot Skit Competition—saw Willy the Wolf (Davenport HS) claim both the top skit and the coveted Mascot Training Camp Championship Belt. Additional honors for Outstanding Energy, Animation, and Attitude reminded everyone that heart and hustle are just as important as high kicks.
Learning from Legends
Where else can a rookie middle-schooler swap tips with performers from:
- Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus
- Harlem Globetrotters
- Dallas Stars, Texas Rangers, Atlanta Braves
- Cleveland Browns, Houston Astros, Detroit Pistons
- Houston Texans, Houston Rockets, Dallas Cowboys
This all-star faculty pours decades of on-field wisdom into every breakout session, making Mascot Training Camp the undisputed gold standard.
Why Mascot Training Camp Works
Affordability | World-class coaching priced for schools & solo performers |
Comprehensive Curriculum | From walk-around antics to social-media branding |
Community Inclusion | Parents, coaches, and sponsors join the learning journey |
Expert Leadership | Helmed by a mentor who’s lived—and reinvented—the mascot life |
More Than a Camp—A Movement
Higher Impact Entertainment keeps expanding the playbook with year-round workshops and new digital resources. Each season’s camp keeps getting bigger than the last, proving one thing: the mascot revolution is only just beginning.
Ready to Suit Up?
Whether you’re a parent reviving a school character or a pro mascot chasing championship-belt bragging rights, Mascot Training Camp is your launchpad.
Looking to Secure your spot next year? Visit them at MascotTrainingCamp.com
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