Bango was a phrase coined by Eddie Doucette, the original "Voice of the Bucks," whenever a player connected on a long-range basket. When the club held a contest to name their new mascot, a few thousand entries were received. The most popular of which was "Bango." Sherry Kussman of New Berlin, Wisconsin won a drawing among seven people who submitted the Bango name. For her efforts, Sherry won a pair of season tickets. With the name in place, on October 18, 1977, Bango was born. That date signified the home opener of the 1977-78 season for the Bucks. The game pitted Milwaukee against the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar-led Los Angeles Lakers in the Milwaukee Arena.

Bango is starting his 24th season of energizing and entertaining fans. With his signature pizza deliveries, dance moves and highflying dunks, this NBA Buck gets right to the point.

Bango is a popular figure in the community and is available for your special celebrations, corporate functions and even parades. Let Bango bring excitement to your next event. To schedule your special Bango appearance, call the Bucks Game Operations Department at 414-227-0500.

BANGO'S OCTOBER APPEARANCES:

 

Date	Appearance	Time
Mon, Oct. 2	Second Harvest’s Peanut Butter & Jelly Campaign Kick Off @ Pick ‘n Save in Bay View	9-10am
Mon, Oct. 9	Metro Mart Pick ‘N Save “Paint the Town Red”	5-5:45pm
Thurs, Oct. 26	Pre-Season Game vs. Charlotte @ Resch Center in Green Bay	7pm

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