What is the history of the KSU mascot(s)?
A general timeframe is as follows: Silver Foxes – Named because President McGilvrey (1911-1926) raised them. Golden Flashes – Name submitted in a contest in 1926 by a KSU student. Winner received $25.00 prize. Subsequently perpetuated by Oliver Wolcott of the Kent Courier Tribune. Flasher – In 1951, a golden retriever was adopted as team mascot. Grog – In 1966, the cartoon character was recreated in paper hair and plaster. Remained on the scene until 1971. Golden Flasher – A golden palimino horse and masked rider in blue and gold, 1972 and 1973 seasons. Golden Flash – A masked figure with lightening bolts in each hand, 1973-1975. Flash – Our present mascot, a giant furry golden eagle. In 2003, Flash became a National Cheerleading Association All-American.
