LSU fans divided over return of live tiger to Tiger Stadium after nearly a decade

theadvocate.com — November 13, 2024 at 12:01 PM UTC

A live tiger returned to LSU's Tiger Stadium for the first time since 2015 during a game against Alabama on November 9, 2024. The tiger, named Omar Bradley, was brought in after LSU's veterinarians declined to use the school's mascot, Mike VII. Reactions from fans were mixed. An online poll showed 90% opposed the return of a live tiger, with many feeling the event felt inauthentic and disconnected from past traditions. Some fans expressed concern for the animal's well-being in the stadium environment. Governor Jeff Landry defended the decision, labeling critics as "woke." Many fans, however, preferred to remember the tradition without a live tiger, emphasizing respect for the animal and the need to preserve memories of the past.

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