Some are downright weird and, truth be told, creep us out. With that said, many weird and unconventional mascots are beloved by local fans and those who pose for pictures with the furry creatures.

ST. LOUIS – High school mascots are often more than just a team name. They play a major role in shaping a school’s sports culture, from rallying cries to fight songs and pregame rituals.

The Kings adopted a brand-new mascot for the Emirates NBA Cup on Friday, and he's already one of the NBA's weirdest. "Roy Al" appears to be a man with a basketball for a head and a king's crown.

The Associated Press’ Nancy Armour said the mascots could be the weirdest mascots ever—even more than Atlanta’s mascot Izzy. "Just when you thought nothing could top Atlanta's Izzy when it ...