We tragically didn't make it down to the ESPN Zone today for the official unveiling of the new Screech mascot by the Washington Nationals. For a full accounting of how the event went down, head to the Sports Bog. In the meantime, check out this Fox 5 video below for the new Screech in action (we'd recommend going ahead and turning the sound off). more ›

We told you last week that George Mason University was set to unveil its new mascot, replacing Gunston, the ambiguous green fuzzball. Well here he is, via the Mason Gazette. This green and yellow-faced patriot debuted at the Mason men's basketball home opener last night. He still doesn't have a name - a naming contest is being held online and via text message over the next month. more ›

Looks like there are some changes on the sidelines at some local schools. George Washington had the first appearance of their new Little George mascot during Saturday's exhibition basketball game, and George Mason will be getting a mascot to replace Gunston, the furry green thing, on Monday. more ›

Last week, we told you that the city's new World Team Tennis franchise, the Washington Kastles, asked you to come up with a name for one of their mascots. We are sorry, but perhaps not surprised, to disappoint DCist commenters with the news that Ballsy the Ball, Butterball, Deuce, Goofball, Meaty, Shuttle Cock, and my personal favorite, Dingle, were not chosen. According to the team's Web site, the winning suggestion was Topspin. If you submitted a name and feel you were robbed, let us know in the comments. more ›