OSKI THE BEAR

Oski During a Pregame Rally. Credit Andrew Madsen

Biography


Oski (top)
Oski Bio Image

Position: Mascot
Hometown:
Berkeley, CA
Year:
Eighty-Third Year (Eternal Sophomore)
Major:
Double Major in Undecided and Undeclared

Favorite Moment at Cal: Oski has enjoyed some pretty amazing things while at Cal, but there are two events in particular that stand out:
1) The epic battle down on the farm between Oski and the Tree. Our sturdy Golden Bear ended up winning in a knockout decision.
2) The Play. Oski will never the forget the look on Gary Tyrrell's face (Stanford trombone player) when Kevin Moen ran right over him for the game-winning California touchdown!

Bio: Oski first came to the University of California on September 27, 1941 to cheer on to victory against the St. Mary's Gaels. The Bears went on to win the game 31-0 and Oski has been a fixture on the California campus ever since. Oski is named after the old "Oski Yell" that was recited at almost every football and basketball game in the early 1900s. While his namesake yell is no longer as popular amongst the student section as it once was, it still puts a smile on this Golden Bear's face when he hears the Oski Yell. He is also known for his trademarked walk and his ability to drink water (and other beverages) through his eye. Oski can be found at many different events from football and basketball games to alumni events and rallies. While he may be a bit mischievous at times, Oski will always bring joy and smiles to Cal fans of all ages. Go Bears!

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