Capitals on the hunt for a new mascot
SUMMERSIDE — The Summerside Western Capitals are looking for someone to fill “Cappy’s” robust shoulder pads.
Cappy, the bright red and orange mascot of the local MHL team, was retired from service in 2015 after having played about five seasons. Now the Capitals are on the hunt for his replacement and are asking for the public's input.
Brianna Flood, marketing and sponsorship consultant, says the team wants to make the colourful character a prominent part of the overall entertainment package when the Caps hit home ice.
“We are looking for a mascot that is going to put on a show and pump up the crowd, adding a new entertainment element to the Summerside Western Capitals brand," she said. "We believe that a fresh mascot will add to the overall experience of attending home games."
The public is invited to enter a design for the new mascot. Entries can be handdrawn or digitally created. A suggested name for the mascot should be included.
The grand prize for the winning design is a $1,500 package that includes four Capitals season passes, four tickets to the Brothers 2 dinner theatre and $300 in cash. Submission should be sent to capsarmy33@gmail.com.
The contest is open to all ages. While the original deadline for the contest was Oct. 18, Flood said any submissions received by Monday, Oct. 21, will be accepted.
The team is also looking for someone to bring their new mascot to life.
“We are looking for someone who can put on a show pregame, during the game and throughout the intermissions. Whether they are entertaining us with a dance routine, backflips, or skating around the ice – we want a performer,’ said Flood.
Audition dates and times will be announced on the team’s social media channels at a later date.
The team is hoping to have the mascot in place by the new year.