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

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Last updated Aug 8, 2026

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

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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  • Cocky elected to the Class of 2026 on August 7
  • Votes cast from 109 countries, including Antarctica
  • Cocky has multiple national championships as a mascot
  • Induction celebrations to be planned with each organization
  • Mrs. Met is the first female mascot inducted into the Hall
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There will be no gold jacket, no tearful speech and no real debate on the worthiness of election. However, you can now call the University of South Carolina’s mascot a Hall of Famer.

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