March Madness fans are back when the popular mascot is prohibited from entering the arena

The fans made their feelings known after Drake University of the beloved Live Masco Grandt II, the beloved live mascot, had not given any access to their first game in the NCAA tournament against Missouri on Thursday.

While the team is preparing to start March Madness at Intrust Bank Arena in Wichita, the fans were disappointed that the French bulldog for the opening rounds will not be present.

The NCAA only allows live mascot for the Final Four, which means that grip II can only take part in games if Drake does a deep tournament.

The fans who have their beloved school icon from the court on Thursday made their feelings known to the NCAA committee.

Drake fans applied for the attitude of the NCAA to challenge mascots to be used. The complaint claims that the rule is out of date and prevents teams from taking a significant part of their fandom in key moments.

‘The NCAA allows the last four only living mascots, apart from March Madness’ earlier rounds. This outdated rule prevents beloved mascot such as grip, live Bulldogg from Drake University, in which the arena are in the support of his team, «says the petition.

The fans of Drake University fumbled over the NCAA, which did not allow their mascot II into the games

The Drake Bulldogs will open their March Madness campaign against Missouri in Wichita

“It is time to change this rule and let part of the tournament part of the tournament from the start.”

Griff II influenced the team to a larger scale than a symbol of the school pride. According to the petition, the team has a 9-0 record in the tournament with its mascot in the building.

Fans and players believe that gripping presence strengthens their morality and swing.

“The handle is not just a mascot – it is an essential part of drake identity,” emphasized the petents. ‘The team is 9-0 when grip on Arch Madness is present and proves that its presence has an impact. The fans love him, the players feed on their energy and television cameras cannot get enough of him. ‘

“For the third time in a row, Drake Men’s basketball deserved a place in March Madness, but was never allowed to take part,” she continued. ‘This rule does not fulfill a real purpose and only decreases the experience of the game day. It is time for the NCAA to recognize the role of living mascot and update its guidelines. ‘

Although the Governor Council of NCAA and NCAA are not yet responding to the petition, the appointment has received over 1,500 supporters.