BIG EAST Mascots 2026

BIG EAST Mascots 2026

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UConn, St. John’s, Seton Hall, and Georgetown from the 2026 BIG EAST conference visited the Empire State Building for a special photo opportunity. The mascots brought energy and school spirit as they explored ESB's immersive second-floor museum before they made their way to the iconic 86th and 102nd Floor Observation Decks. This visit celebrated BIG EAST pride and the kickoff of March Madness as one of the most anticipated events in college basketball. 

  • March Madness draws massive fan engagement each year, with an estimated 60 to 100 million brackets filled out annually across the country.
  • In March, college basketball transforms into a national phenomenon, with fans across the country tuning in, filling out brackets, and following every game.
  • From buzzer-beaters to bracket-busting upsets, March Madness delivers some of the most talked-about moments in all of sports each year.