TU's 'Doc' Behind

Style Diaries with Doc The Tiger

By Kendra Bryant, The Towerlight

Towson University’s Doc the Tiger is well known and beloved across campus. He’s responsible for hyping the crowd during games, bringing out smiles at fundraisers and always looking good for a photo. The Towerlight sat down with Doc to talk about how his style influences his role as the university’s mascot.

This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

Q: Describe to me the feeling when you first put on your Doc uniform. What did that day feel like for you?

A: It was a lot of pressure. My first event was an Orioles Towson alumni event at Camden Yards. It was really hot, probably a 94 degree day. A lot of pressure, a lot of nerves. There was a lot of confusion on what to do, especially in the heat. It was extremely difficult to be so animated in the heat.

I focused a lot on figuring out how to keep the crowd intrigued and not be stagnant with my movements. I had to learn what kind of interactions people were most comfortable with. It was just so nerve-wracking.

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