🐾Mascot: "Cougar Cubs"
42 schools use the "Cougar Cubs" mascot.
Fast Facts
- Schools using this mascot
- 42 schools
- States represented
- 20 states
- Most common state
- Texas (5)
- Top state per capita
- Hawaii
- Popular school level
- Elementary (37)
- Mascot type
- Animal • Mammal
Most common states: Texas (5), North Carolina (4), California (3)
Top 5 Color Combos
- (8)GoldRoyal Blue
- (7)Royal BlueWhite
- (3)GoldMaroon
- (3)RedWhite
- (2)GoldKelly Green
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Data source: MascotFinder School DB · Cached for performance
When it comes to school mascots, few are as cool and intimidating as the Cougar Cubs 🐾. This tough-sounding yet undeniably cute mascot is a favorite among many schools, with 42 schools adopting it as their own. One of the most famous cougar mascots is Shasta from the University of Houston. Shasta isn't just a name; it's a real cougar that has been part of the university's tradition for a long time. Currently, Shasta VII and her brother Louie, two adorable orphaned cougar cubs, are the new mascots, living at the Houston Zoo and guarding the school's rings in a fun and engaging way. These cougar cubs symbolize strength, agility, and a hint of wildness, which is perfect for school spirit. Plus, who wouldn't love a mascot that's both fierce and adorable? Whether they're seen in person or through photos, cougar mascots always bring a roar of excitement and pride to their school communities. So, next time you hear of a school with a cougar mascot, remember they're prob celebrating more than just a symbol – they're honoring a majestic and lovable animal. 🏆 🦴
Community Voices
Hear how the Cougar Cubs fuels school spirit across the MascotFinder community.
“We count 5 programs flying the Cougar Cubs banner across Texas. It is the spark that fills the stands every Friday night.”
Phoenix Nguyen
Texas Booster Council
“Per capita, no one rallies like Hawaii. With 1 schools per million residents, the Cougar Cubs is part of daily conversations here.”
Phoenix Sullivan
Hawaii Local Sports Desk
“Students tell us the Cougar Cubs delivers the perfect animal energy—easy to chant, easy to rally behind, and instantly recognizable on social clips.”
Jordan Singh
Regional Pep Collective
FAQ: Cougar Cubs Mascot
Quick answers based on school counts, state coverage, and classification data in our mascot database.
42 schools in our database use the Cougar Cubs mascot across 20 states.
The Cougar Cubs shows up most in Texas (5), North Carolina (4), and California (3). Hi also has the strongest per-capita concentration of this mascot.
Schools classify the Cougar Cubs as a Animal and Mammal mascot. Programs note that it is often described as cute and known for its tough tone.
Elementary programs adopt the Cougar Cubs most often (37 schools). Middle School (3) and Other (2) also feature this mascot.