LATROBE, Pa.
─ Due to the overwhelming response by Steelers fans who
submitted entries to the team's contest to name the new Steelers mascot, the
club has decided to delay the announcement of the results. The new mascot's name
was to be originally announced today during the Steelers 7 p.m. practice at
Latrobe Memorial Stadium.
"Steelers Fans have stepped
up once again and due to this overwhelming response and so many good
suggestions, we need more time to make the final decision," said Steelers
President Art Rooney II.
The Steelers have received
over 70,000 entries to name their new mascot. "The field has been narrowed down
to a short list of finalists and we expect to have a final decision soon," said
Mr. Rooney. "We want to thank the greatest fans in the world for their
support!"
The announcement was
originally scheduled to be part of the festivities at the team's annual night
practice at LatrobeMemorialHigh
School. Tonight's practice will
be open to the public and will be followed by a fireworks display. Admission is
$3 for adults 18-65 and $1 for children 12-17 and senior citizens. Children
under 12 will be admitted for free when accompanied by a parent. Proceeds
benefit the Greater Latrobe School District Athletic
Program.
