One of its most important icons are its two mascots, Albert and Alberta, two alligators that, instead of scales, have plush and are cheering on their sports teams at their various events.

Albert Gator, the University of Florida’s mascot, uses a mix of scripted and impromptu cheers to keep fans pumped. ( Robert Deutsch - USA TODAY Sports ) The Wildcat, mascot for the University of ...

One of its most important icons are its two mascots, Albert and Alberta, two alligators that, instead of scales, have plush and are cheering on their sports teams at their various events.

The Wisconsin Badgers cheer team perform during the second half of their NCAA Final Four game against the Kentucky Wildcats Saturday, April 5, 2014 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Tom Fox ...