tsunami001 Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 http://news.steelers.com/article/79593/ Steelers Announce the Name of New Team Mascot LATROBE, Pa. ─ The Steeler Nation was officially introduced to its newest member today when the team announced the name of its new mascot at the club's training camp at Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa. Steely McBeam was the winning entry among more than 70,000 names submitted by Steelers fans around the world. He is a contemporized version of the former Steelers logo, a steelworker, representing Pittsburgh's rich history in the steel industry. The logo was used during the 1950s and '60s. "We're excited to announce 'Steely McBeam' as the name of our new team mascot," said Steelers President Art Rooney II. "It was a difficult decision and we received many deserving entries, but we expect him to be a favorite among our youngest fans." Steely McBeam will regularly participate in the team's many charitable programs and other club-sponsored events. He will also be visible throughout Heinz Field during Steelers games. The winning entry was submitted by Diane Roles of Valencia, Pa. She will receive a VIP package for four to the Steelers' Sept. 16 home opener against the Buffalo Bills, including premium seating and pre-game hospitality. She will also receive an authentic Steelers throwback helmet and jersey just like the one that will be worn by the team that day. The Steelers kicked-off a "Name the Mascot" contest sponsored by Cricket this past April. Fans were able to send in nominations by logging onto the team's official website, www.steelers.com, or by going to www.kdka.com. The Steelers last had a mascot, Stevie Steeler, from the mid-1980's to mid-'90s. The introduction of Steely McBeam is one of many events scheduled this year as the Steelers celebrate their 75th season. The team will wear throwback uniforms on Sept. 16 against Buffalo and again during a Monday Night contest against the division-rival Baltimore Ravens on Nov. 5. The Steelers will dedicate an historical marker to Three Rivers Stadium this fall, and name their All-Time and Legends teams. The All-Time Team will be honored during the club's 75th Anniversary Gala on Nov. 4 at the Pittsburgh Convention Center as well as during halftime of the Nov. 5 game against Baltimore. A full schedule of Steelers 75th Season activities can be found by logging onto www.steelers.com. ------------------- I would be ashamed to be a Steelers fan. (sorry if it's already posted, I did a search for "steelers mascot" and scanned the front page) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tr1 Posted August 9, 2007 Share Posted August 9, 2007 That jaw looks like Cowher's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeeb Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 It sounds like a pornstar's name. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Weirdo Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 :rotflmao::rotflmao::rotflmao::rotflmao::rotflmao: Message is too short for some reason Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walking Deadman Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Seperated at birth? The Chin: McBeam: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DCranon21 Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Seperated at birth?The Chin: McBeam: The chin is back :laugh: :rotflmao: :rotflmao: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drowland Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Reminds me of my favorite Simpsons episode. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZaTjxnfEwU&mode=related&search= Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan T. Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Rejected names: Smelly McSmelter Slag McFag Rusty Nuts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rumrunner6900 Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Steely McBeam???? :doh: wow....just.....wow If Englebert Humperdink wasn't already taken, Steeler fans would be in ecstasy right now! Shame they had to settle for 2nd best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redsand521 Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Why didn't they just call him Billy McCowher? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raub Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Steely McBeam....or Ghey for short. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C26 Run Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Seperated at birth?The Chin: McBeam: They really are. The 5 o'clock shadow and the chin. This mascot is like a giant Thank you to Bill Cowher. :laugh: :helmet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CGSKINS Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 It sounds like a pornstar's name.:laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bacon Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OHa4Pn6quLQ Hey, someone had to say it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spartacus87 Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Why didn't they just call him Billy McCowher? :laugh: hilarious...this is probably the most unoriginal mascot in the history of sports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riggo-toni Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 It sounds like a pornstar's name. Beat me to it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hokie4redskins Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Beat me to it. Nah, Kornheiser and Wilbon beat him to it yesterday on PTI. The Steelers actually voted AGAINST cheerleaders, and instead replaced them with this monstrosity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPortJGibbs89 Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 That is one of the most homosextual names I have ever heard for a mascot... right behind Rowdy...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SHYSTER411 Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 That may be the worst name I have ever heard. I can't believe out of all those entries this is the one they chose. Rejected names:Rusty Nuts This one is great though.:laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
taylorcoreskin Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 It sounds like a pornstar's name. :rotflmao: SO TRUE! :applause: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ABQCOWBOY Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Should of just named him Jeffrey McDahmer. Check out the little girl standing next to him. She looks like she fight back the Flight reaction that comes when you know your in danger. Could have done worse but I think Rowdy already has a job so I guess maybe they couldn't have done any worse. This guy sucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twenty-eight Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 What a joke! I'm really glad they did this, I finally have something I can make fun of steelers fans for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjfootballer Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 It sounds like a pornstar's name. I heard that on ESPN. One of the commentators was saying that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pjfootballer Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 Rooney voted against cheerleaders for this? Someone should check for a vagina! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twenty-eight Posted August 10, 2007 Share Posted August 10, 2007 I heard that on ESPN. One of the commentators was saying that. it was on PTI Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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