The definition of the word mascot is, “a term for any person, animal or object thought to bring luck and/or a person or animal that is adopted by a team or other group as a symbolic figure”. 

Society has come a long way in its current version of mascots.  Early accounts of masked creatures, often resembling animals were drawn or etched on cave walls and depicted in ancient art. Totem poles were filled with likenesses of animals in ancient cultures. These likenesses are much like the concept of the team mascots evident on football fields and basketball courts. Usually in ancient times the history of mascots’ shows that these likenesses were often worshiped.

Today, mascots are seen as artists and entertainers with traits that now make it an art form.  Great mascots do not learn their stage presence from a classroom; it’s all as they say, “on-the-job training”.  The person must be able to put their individuality aside and really get into character; become one with the character.  This is crucial to being a believable mascot that people adore!  Mascots are especially popular with children.

The more personable a mascot is, the more approachable they will be.  Plus they will be loved by fans of all ages.  The position of mascot commands a lot of power over crowds at games. They have the ability to get the fans on their feet and cheer them on to victory!