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The unofficial mascot needs a new face behind the mask. The Boone-like mascot was purchased by alumni, students and fans last year.

They are looking for more than one student to manage and take over as the unpaid Boone character.

Of the applicants, one will be selected to attend the Dave Raymond mascot boot camp in Pennsylvania. Other perks include possible trips to away hockey games such as the Frozen Four.

“It’s a lot of fun,” said senior Scott Fuson, current Boone mascot. “Everyone from kids to adults loves taking pictures. It’s such a unique experience. You’re behind a mask but are actively involved with everyone in the stadium.”

Boone’s responsibilities include high-fiving little kids, taking a lot of pictures, getting the crowd excited and making everyone laugh.

“Boone is quite the entertainer,” Fuson said.

In January, alumni funded Boone’s trip to Wisconsin and last April’s trip to Washington D.C. for the 2009 men’s hockey Frozen Four. They are passionate about school spirit, Fuson said, especially Boone because he was the mascot when they were in school.

“They take pretty good care of you,” Fuson said. “I love doing whatever keeps people engaged and interested in DU events.”

Fuson decided to get involved and become Boone to get students passionate about school spirit.

“I had never done anything like it before and figured it would be a once in a lifetime kind of experience,” he said.

The time commitment varies depending on the season. When hockey and basketball season overlap, a few hours per week are expected – usually a minimum of one game per weekend.

The mascot also attends non-athletic promotional events. Those are often paid, Fuson said, and include activities such as birthday parties and DU organizational appearances.

Anyone interested in applying should contact Fuson at Scott.Fuson@du.edu.