Behind the Mask

Oct 29, 2013

Go inside the lives of some of the most colorful, unusual stars of the sports world: the mascots. Follow real-life mascots from the NBA, minor league hockey, college, and high school.

Oct 29, 2013

Kevin works to overcome an injury as the Bucks’ season begins, while Michael works up the courage to ask a cheerleader to the homecoming dance. Jersey tries to rally a crowd in 100-degree heat.

Oct 29, 2013

Kevin corrals his kids into a “Bango Family” skit, as Jersey pulls out all the stops for UNLV’s basketball season opener. Chad finds performing out of the suit is more difficult than he thought.

Oct 29, 2013

Kevin goes all out for 90’s Night, as Jersey rehearses with the Rebel Girls dance team and Michael brings his mascot moves to the homecoming dance.

Oct 29, 2013

Kevin frightens unsuspecting fans in an inflatable Bango costume, as Chad heads to an away game in enemy territory. Jersey organizes a mascot basketball game, and Michael meets a surprise guest while supporting the bowling team.

Oct 29, 2013

Jersey holds auditions to find the next Hey Reb, as Chad takes a gig at a local country club. Michael channels the holiday spirit by decorating Rooty with Christmas lights.

Oct 29, 2013

Michael wrestles another mascot, as Jersey bungles a golf tournament in San Diego and Kevin turns up the heat at a cooking competition.

Oct 29, 2013

An injury threatens Kevin’s season and Jersey faces the end of his college mascot career during his last home basketball game.

Oct 29, 2013

Kevin pushes through an injury for a game against the Lakers. Jersey gears up for graduation, and Michael looks for the perfect summer job.

Oct 29, 2013

Kevin makes a final decision on his career. Chad decides to pursue his pro mascot dreams. Jersey faces the future after graduation and Michael marks the end of the school year with a special ceremony.

Feb 26, 2015

Dive into the world of four mascots at very different stages in life: Joel (LOU SEAL), a professional mascot from the MLB's San Francisco Giants; Chad (TUX from Season One), a minor-league mascot front he AHL's Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins; Chris (VARIOUS MASCOTS), an autistic freelance mascot; and Navey (THE TIGER), a female high school mascot for the Gilbert Tigers in Arizona.

Feb 26, 2015

Chad brings cheer to a young boy who recently lost his father. Chris helps recruit donors for a local blood drive. "The Tiger" faces off against a rival high school. "Lou Seal" celebrates the first home game at the Giants' opening day.

Feb 26, 2015

Navey competes in her first ever mascot competition. Chad takes "Tux" skiing. Joel has to face his biggest fears repelling down a 15-story building. Chris leads a walk-a-thon at his old school as "Flappy the Eagle."

Feb 26, 2015

Chad performs at his first ever NBA game. Navey challenges a rival school's mascot to a 50-yard dash. Chris takes his first ever Zumba dance class...in a dragon suit. Joel sends "Lou Seal" out to sea to compete in a paddleboard race.

Feb 26, 2015

Joel's wife Sierra goes into labor during a Giants game. Chad applies for a pro position as the Pittsburgh Pirate. Navey pulls out all the stops at a Tiger's basketball game. Chris tries to bring in business after a doctor's visit.

Feb 26, 2015

Navey heads to her junior prom. Chris gets a birthday surprise. Chad brings out "Tuxette" and invites last season's"Rooty the Cedar Tree," to play the role. Joel has a big surprise planned for his family at the Giants' Father's Day game.

Feb 26, 2015

Chad gets big news as he runs a mascot camp. Navey visits a college and gets a very special tour. Chris goes to a Phillies game and gets to meet his idol. Joel trades in his "Lou Seal" suit for the Giants' legendary anti-mascot.

Feb 26, 2015

Navey seeks redemption at the national mascoting championships. It's Joel's first time watching both kids. Chad receives a big gift and heads on a road trip with his son, Cody. Chris struggles with his anxiety at an important meeting.

Feb 26, 2015

Chad and Cody arrive in Florida to thank the family for their gift. Joel tries to get Chloe in the "Baby Seal" suit. Chris visits his therapist to learn new coping strategies for his anxiety. Navey returns to her elementary school.

Feb 26, 2015

Joel hopes baby Iris brings a World Series victory to the Giants. Navey must begin to say goodbye to "The Tiger." Chris performs in front of thousands of people. Chad rallies fans at a playoff game and reflects on the year.