Albert & Alberta - Florida Gators Mascot

Albert and Alberta are the official mascots of the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida (Florida Gators Mascot). Albert, came to University of Florida in 1957. It wasn’t until 1970 that Albert became personified on the field as a full-body vinyl mascot costumes. 

Alberta the Alligator was introduced in 1986 as Albert’s sidekick and friend. Together, the two of them embody the typical Florida Gator fan; loyal, proud, and spirited about the University of Florida. Today, Albert and Alberta can be seen around the world on clothes, cars, mascot costumes and even on television. They have come to represent one of the finest universities in the world, and are symbols of the entire Gator Nation. (source: http://www.gatorzone.com)

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Aubie - Auburn University Mascot Costume

Aubie is Auburn University tiger mascot costumed. It's a public university located in Auburn, Alabama, United States. Aubie, a popular character among Auburn fans and one of the more animated mascots in the country. Aubie, Auburn University's award-winning costumed tiger mascot has been on the job since 1979. His first costumes was made by Brooks-Van Horn Costumes in New York, USA.

Aubie first appearance was in February 28, 1979, when Auburn men's basketball vs. Vanderbilt at SEC Tournament at Birmingham Jefferson County Civic Center. Aubie's look changed through the years. In 1962, he began to stand upright and the next year, 1963, wore clothes for the first time—a blue tie and straw hat. Aubie has won a record seven mascot national championships (his latest coming in 2012), more than any other mascot in the United States.

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