The evolution of Bucky dates back to 1890s. In an effort to incite enthusiasm among gridiron spectators, the University of Wisconsin football team introduced a very furry, very alive and very uncaged ...

Today’s cardinal-and-white-clad Bucky — full name Buckingham U. Badger — has come a long way from the first Badgers mascot, a live badger who made occasional appearances at football games.

MADISON — Pat Smet gets inside Bucky Badger’s head all the time ... hopefuls had to do push-ups — at least 20 — dance, act in a Bucky suit and improvise short skits.

A Homecoming Parade was part of the celebration in downtown Madison Friday evening. It featured bands, floats and an appearance by Bucky Badger. Students said they were excited to have the parade back ...