The rise and fall of sports mascots: Why Philadelphia gets it right
Audiences crave the over-the-top and the unexpected, not the bland and predictable. Because the local teams get that, ...
Jimmy Fallon can't answer, so we will: Why did Purdue call itself Boilermakers?
In 1891, according to the Purdue University website: "Under accusations of recruiting athletes from boiler shops, the ...
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NRL Tipping Round 4: The Roar's expert tips and predictions - each-way bets galore as form swings like a pendulum do
NRL tipping is BACK on The Roar for 2025! Get your tips in here. The match of the round features Cronulla at home to ...
What’s in the name Ifeatu Melifonwu? Possibly a versatile Dolphins defensive piece
Ifeatu Melifonwu certainly has one of the more interesting names the Miami Dolphins have brought in during free agency, and ...
Chris Perkins: Dolphins’ new wide receiver is exactly what this team needs
Westbrook-Ikhine, who is especially effective in the red zone and on third down, knows how to use his body and size to his ...
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Mr. Celery named among best minor league mascots; Blue Rocks to celebrate with free game
Only one minor league baseball mascot is better than our beloved Mr. Celery, according to USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice ...
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Steelers claim veteran offensive lineman Leticus Smith off waivers from New England
The Pittsburgh Steelers added depth to their offensive line, claiming guard Lecitus Smith off waivers from the New England ...
‘My actions were wrong’: Souths’ mascot issues apology over pushing young fan
The South Sydney Rabbitohs have investigated the complaint made by the child’s mother, Caroline Agius, which was received on ...
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Daly Cherry-Evans set to announce he was leaving Manly Sea Eagles only to have club counter offer live on air
Cherry-Evans, 36, has been in negotiations with Manly to extend his career into a 16th season and possibly a 17th, but the ...
Daly Cherry-Evans shocks NRL with bombshell Manly exit as club makes last-ditch play to keep him
The Sea Eagles are scrambling with another club already emerging as a potential new home for the Origin captain.
Nine-year-old fan ‘in shock’ after mascot push as NRL investigates, club responds
A nine-year-old footy fan was left “in shock” after an unwanted interaction with South Sydney mascot Reggie Rabbit at ...
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The world’s tallest teen, 7-foot-9 Olivier Rioux, is working to expand his NIL-earning power
“Alberta reached out about doing a TikTok,” he says. Blank stares. “Alberta, the mascot,” he adds. Ahh. Rioux, the world’s tallest teenager, is one of top-seeded Florida’s most popular players heading ...