South Carolina's mascot Cocky inducted into Mascot Hall of Fame

Cocky, the University of South Carolina’s mascot, was elected to the Mascot Hall of Fame on August 7. He joins four others in the Class of 2026, which includes notable figures like Miles from the Denver Broncos and Goldy Gopher from the University of Minnesota. The election marked a high level of international participation, with votes coming from 109 countries, including Antarctica. Cocky, a multiple-time national champion performer, was recognized for his comedic presence and community impact. Details regarding induction celebrations will be announced in the coming weeks.

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