I don't think the Miami Dolphins, a professional football team, have a real dolphin mascot. While the team's logo and branding prominently feature a stylized dolphin, they do not have a live dolphin as their mascot. The Miami Dolphins' official mascot is "T.D.", a human-sized dolphin wearing a football jersey. T.
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Save the PW Dolphin Mascot
Pilgrim Wood Public School opened 25 years ago in 1990 with "Splash" the dolphin as the mascot.
The reason a dolphin was chosen: "Dolphins are playful, happy creatures preferring the company of other dolphins rather than travelling alone. They communicate openly with one another working as a team to overcome difficulties. The dolphin’s behaviour reflects the kind of relationship we encourage at PilgrimWood. That’s why Splash the dolphin was chosen to be our school mascot."
This mascot is not racist, offensive or inappropriate in any way. There is no logical reason for it to re-brand. Mascots should see their life through with the school.
Pilgrim Wood Dolphins have made a difference in our community and in the world.
"The dolphin, as a mascot may not seem powerful but it was such a point of pride wearing the logo with our mascot onto any court or to any event with that school. Representing Pilgrim Wood as a dolphin WAS powerful. Changing the mascot to anything else strips not only your proud alumni of their connection to the school, but is a flagrant waste of school funds that could be used for anything else! I stand by the Mascot, logo and everything it means to myself and fellow alumni." - PW alum #1
"Losing our mascot is so much more than just a change of colors and letterhead. It feels like the erasing of our hard earned titles and championships, moments of exploding pride and crushing heartbreak, and successes and failures on and off the field. But even worse than that it is a outright rejection of the the life altering friendships, successes, failures, life lessons, mentors, and memories we all created as Dolphins.
Alums, teachers, coaches and parents deserve the preservation of the culture of hard work, pride, support and community the Dolphins represented. Furthermore the new generations of students deserve to be able to be a part of this decades-long tradition." - PW alum #2
School re-branding is not fiscally responsible.
The decision to create a new mascot is frivolous spending for no apparent reason - change just for the sake of it. The trickle down effect of costs; letter head, school signage, banners, equipment and uniforms (many new team pinnies and uniforms purchased in 2013/14) etc. is not good fiscal planning of parent money.
Keep 'Splash' the dolphin as Pilgrim Wood's mascot!
CI Spirit Logos
As the official mascot of the University, the dolphin has a rich and meaningful history. The land of the University was originally inhabited by the Chumash. The dolphin is an important symbol in the folklore of the Chumash, including the rainbow bridge legend which tells of their migration from Santa Cruz Island to the mainland. The Chumash elders requested that the dolphin be selected as the University's first mascot, a request that was simultaneously made in petition by student leadership.
The CI Spirit Logos were designed in 2009 by an alum to be used on apparel and promotional items as well as occasions of celebration and competition at CSUCI. In the original version ("CI SpiritB comp"), the dolphin has a grimacing/determined look. In a second version, the dolphin has a smile. Each version conveys a different message but both portray pride of affiliation with the University.
The CI Spirit Logos feature the official mascot of the University and uses bold "CI" letters to enhance an already familiar way to reference the campus as CSUCI. It should not be used in place of the Formal Logo.
Spirit Logo files available on the University network Public drive (z) > logos > SPIRIT LOGO folder
T.D. is often seen at Dolphins' games, events, and community appearances, entertaining fans and creating a fun atmosphere.
Use of CI Spirit Logos
The CI Spirit Logos are reserved for more casual, student-focused communication materials, signage, events, apparel and mementos associated with the University. There is a growing number of student clubs and organizations forming on the campus and the University supports student engagement within CSUCI. These include student sports clubs, academic, political and social clubs, special interest groups, etc.
There are two types of clubs/organizations on the CSUCI campus: recognized and registered.
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Recognized: Membership is open to any registered student. This club/organization does not limit its membership based on gender, GPA, political affiliation, or any other criteria and does not require dues. These clubs/organizations can choose either form of the logo – determined (version A) or smiling (version B).
University areas or programs may use either one of the CI Spirit Logos on promotional materials to be used primarily on campus. This may include printed materials or apparel but does not include University Stationery.
Although T.D. is beloved by fans, it is important to note that he is a mascot costume, not a real dolphin. The decision to use a human portrayal of a dolphin as the team's mascot may be due to practicality, as it is likely more feasible and ethical to have a person inside a costume rather than trying to transport and maintain a live dolphin at games and events. Overall, while the Miami Dolphins have a dolphin mascot in the form of T.D., it is not a real dolphin but rather a person dressed as a dolphin..
Reviews for "The Symbolism Behind Mascots: Decoding the Miami Dolphins' Dolphin"
- John Smith - 1 star - I was really disappointed with "Do the dolphins have a real dolphin mascot". Not only was the storyline confusing and hard to follow, but the acting was subpar at best. The main character seemed completely uninterested and uninvested in their role, and it really showed in their performance. Overall, I found the entire film to be a waste of time and not worth watching.
- Sarah Johnson - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Do the dolphins have a real dolphin mascot", but unfortunately, it fell flat for me. The concept sounded intriguing, but the execution was lacking. The pacing was incredibly slow, making it hard to stay engaged throughout the film. Additionally, the dialogue felt forced and unnatural, making it difficult to connect with the characters. Overall, I found it to be a disappointing movie that didn't live up to its potential.
- Michael Thompson - 2.5 stars - While "Do the dolphins have a real dolphin mascot" had an interesting premise, I felt that it failed to fully explore its potential. The plot was thin and predictable, and the character development was lacking. The performances were mediocre at best, with the actors failing to bring depth to their roles. Overall, I found it to be an average film that didn't leave a lasting impression.