The BAM Mascot Family Blog

Fiction writers use the concept of a backstory to describe what has happened to a character before the plot begins. They imagine relationships, character shaping events, and even locations, to build the persona of the character they are writing about. The fictional backstory becomes part of the novel, or it might just help the writer make the character seem more real while they tell the story.

Your mascot is a real, moving, three-dimensional character, and you can enhance your mascot's personality by creating a backstory. Having a great backstory will add depth and motivation. It makes your mascot's behaviour more consistent, and gives your performer a context to draw from when interacting with fans. Is your mascot shy in front of a young audience or the life of the party? Perhaps your mascot is always curious and this leads to comic interactions?

Facebook is a powerful social media platform to use as part of your mascot program. If you represent a business, organization, or school, you’re likely already using Facebook to stay connected with your audience and fans, and promote events and products. If you have a mascot, you can also create a separate fan page for them to really get the most out of Facebook and engage with your fans and customers!

John Wood Community College was founded in 1974, and named after John Wood, the 12th Governor of Illinois (1860-1861) and the first settler of Quincy, Illinois. John played an important role in the settlement and development of West Central Illinois, and was considered a great leader and a statesman.

John Wood Community College is also regarded as a pioneer in the field of educational innovation, workforce training, and lifelong learning.

Many people might not realize that mascots have the potential to affect the community beyond simply their own sports team, school, or organization. A good-quality custom mascot has impact. They are universally appealing to all ages, from very young children, to the elderly. A friendly mascot character with an inviting personality has undeniable celebrity appeal!

Saint Vincent College is located in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, about 40 miles SouthEast of Pittsburgh. It was founded by Boniface Wimmer in 1846, a monk from Bavaria, Germany. It was the first Benedictine monastery in the United States, and is currently operated by the Benedictine monks of Saint Vincent Archabbey. Saint Vincent College is a school with a lot of spirit and history, that’s for sure! Their athletic department boasts over 20 varsity sports teams! They needed a quality mascot with a big character, to lead all of these awesome athletes to victory. Who better to take on this task than BAM! Mascots?