Cosmo flips his way into this unique hall of fame
The Mascot Hall of Fame released its newest inductees and Cosmo is on the list.
BYU's popular mascot, Cosmo the Cougar, has been recognized for his entertaining antics and viral stunts, securing his place in the Mascot Hall of Fame. The prestigious honor, which boasts votes from 109 countries, was bestowed upon Cosmo alongside mascots from the University of South Carolina, Denver Broncos, University of Minnesota, and the New York Mets during the 2026 induction class.
The selection process involved a combination of public voting and ballots from the Mascot Hall of Fame executive committee, with mascots needing to have existed for over a decade, hold a significant presence in their local community, and consistently provide memorable in-game entertainment. Mrs. Met, the Mets' mascot, made history as the first female mascot to be inducted, marking the New York Mets as the first professional sports organization with two mascots in the hall.
While Cosmo's induction may come as a surprise to some, former BYU player Jake Hatch and alumni Rex Billings were taken aback that he had not been inducted earlier, given his frequent viral moments. BYU alumni and current athletes have campaigned for Cosmo's recognition, with some donning shirts that read "Vote 4 Mo" during basketball games.
Cosmo's quick rise to fame in the mascot world has undoubtedly brought energy and excitement to BYU athletics, making him a celebrated figure in the university's sports culture.
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