Hook ‘Em in Hall of Fame Race | Texas Longhorns Basketball News

Hook ‘Em, Texas’ beloved mascot, is in the running for the Mascot Hall of Fame—up against legends like Cosmo the Cougar and Mrs. Met. With voting ending July 26, fans are rallying online to cast their ballots and help this iconic symbol of school spirit make the cut. Behind the costume, Erika Jarzombek—who portrayed Hook ‘Em from 2022 to 2026—shared how performing became her passion, from stadium games to playful moments with kids, proving how deeply this mascot connects with the community. The winners will be announced in early August—proof that mascots aren’t just characters, they’re heartbeats of their schools. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dfedce44534f5076