11-07-2011, 05:26 PM
I've definitely noticed a lot of hatred by web commentators when it comes to discussing the tree. It's amazing how angry people get about the costume. Like it's a personal affront to them that Stanford would use such a mascot. After saying how much they hate the tree, they go on to wonder why the university would have such a "stupid mascot." Therein likes the proof of the Tree's value. The fans love it (well, maybe not the geriatrics who crave the day of a goose stepping band and a dancing indian) and the opposing players, coaches, and fans hate it. You want a polarizing character roaming the sideline. If opposing fans loved our mascot, I would think there's something wrong with the mascot choice.
And I'm on record that the Tree is only the second coolest mascot in the NCAA. First place goes to the Santa Cruz Banana Slugs. That's just awesome.
And I'm on record that the Tree is only the second coolest mascot in the NCAA. First place goes to the Santa Cruz Banana Slugs. That's just awesome.