The IncrediBulls are known for energy, team spirit, fun gadgets, crazy contests, and of course -- t-shirts!
Known for their enthusiasm, energy and comedic antics on the court and in the stands at Bulls home games, the IncrediBulls will once again be on hand to rev up the United Center crowds this season.
The IncrediBulls warm up fans during pre-game, challenge fans throughout the game and create high energy and excitement in the stands and on the court at the United Center. Members of the IncrediBulls receive high-exposure as well as potential outside appearance opportunities.
More about the IncrediBulls... who they are and what they do:
Entertain and energize crowds at all Bulls home games
Host fan promotions on the court and in the stands
Work with other Bulls entertainers on special
presentations
Perform for national television audiences
Lend time and talent at community and charity events
Represent the Chicago Bulls at a number of special events,
private and corporate parties, award banquets, charity
events and promotional engagements
IncrediBulls requirements
At least 18 years of age at the time of tryouts
A resident of the Chicagoland area with a reliable means of
transportation
Extremely energetic, in excellent physical shape and outgoing
Enjoys entertaining large crowds (up to 25,000), small groups and
individuals
Interested in being part of the exciting 2008.09 Bulls season
Prompt, with a flexible schedule; must be available to work at least
60% of all games
Able to interact with adults and children in group settings as well as
one-on-one
Able to entertain in a family-oriented environment
Gymnastic, acrobatic, cheerleading, stage or entertainment experience
preferred
A team player
A Bulls fan (this is a MUST)!
2008.09 IncrediBulls Bios
JOEY “Joe-Man” ALEXANDER
IncrediBull since 2007 (“I really enjoyed making the fans smile, forming new friendships and being a part of the Bulls organization”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Chicago
Occupation: Building Service Coordinator
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Nocioni
Favorite food: Steak
Favorite phrase: “I Got This!”
Favorite thing about Chicago: The Lake Front
Favorite cartoon character: Speed Racer
The Random:
Theme Song: "I Feel Good” (James Brown)
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: My George Jefferson dance moves
CARLOS “C’Lo” AYALA
IncrediBull since 2002 (Keeps coming back for “the rush of entertaining thousands of fans and cheering for my favorite Chicago Team”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Chicago
University: Iowa State
Occupation: Mail Carrier
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Rose
Favorite food: Lasagna
Favorite phrase: “It wasn’t me, I swear!”
Favorite cartoon character: Quagmire (Family Guy)
The Random:
Theme Song: “Livin’ La Vida Loca” (Ricky Martin)
Best Kept Secret (until now, that is): I love chick flicks!
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: Dancing at halftime with the Luvabulls
ASHLEE BODDEN
IncrediBull since 2007 (Returned because she “loved the atmosphere and the people”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Wheeling
University: Loyola University Chicago
Occupation: Full Time Student
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Thomas
Favorite food: Chicken fingers and fries
Favorite cartoon character: Daffy Duck
The Random:
Theme Song: “Run the Show” (Kat De Luna)
Biggest pet peeve: People who smack when they eat
MORRIS “SIN CITY” BRENT
IncrediBull since 2007 (Returned because “I really enjoy the team, the organization, the environment and opportunity to entertain”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Chicago
University: SIU Carbondale
Occupation: E-Learning Development Manager
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Thomas
Favorite movie quote: “Go Ahead…Make My Day” (Sudden Impact)
Favorite cartoon character: Green Lantern
The Random:
Theme Song: “Gonna Fly Now” (Theme from Rocky)
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: I invented the T-shirt Toss ‘n’ Tease
DEBORAH “Dee” BYSZKOWSKI
IncrediBull since 2008 (Joined because “I’m energetic, loud, like to have fun. I’m a Bulls and IncrediBulls fan!”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Chicago
College: Columbia College Chicago
Occupation: Student and After-School Science Instructor
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Noah
Favorite food: My mom’s
Favorite cartoon character: Pepper Ann
Favorite thing about Chicago: EVERYTHING!
The Random:
Theme Song: “Star Power” (Mario Kart theme)
Pet’s name: Chance (my dog)
NICHOLAS JOSEPH “Nick” CAMPION
IncrediBull since 2006 (Returned because “I love being part of every Bulls game”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Bridgewater New Jersey
University: Purdue
Occupation: Professional T-shirt Thrower
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Benny
Favorite food: Chocolate Cake
Favorite cartoon character: Donald Duck
The Random:
Theme Song: “We are the Champions” (Queen)
Pet’s: My roommates!
Best-Kept Secret (until now, that is): I like to cook
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: I gave an Air High Five to an entire section of fans
PEGIE “Sory” VIERA-DIAZ
IncrediBull since 2007 (Returned because being an IncrediBull is “such a great experience. I’m proud to be part of this team”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Aurora
Occupation: Quality Control
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Sefolosha
Favorite thing about Chicago: The Bulls!
Favorite cartoon character: Sponge Bob Square Pants
The Random:
Theme Song: “So Happy Together” (the Turtles)
Biggest Pet Peeve: People who stare
Best-Kept Secret (until now, that is): I sleep with a night light
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: Won Miss Latino World Illinois 2008
TERRENCE “T” GRADY
IncrediBull since 1999 (Keeps returning, and returning, aaaaand returning, because “I love entertaining fans and I’m a HUGE basketball fan”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Chicago
University: Howard
Occupation: Banking
The Faves:
Favorite food: Chicken
Favorite phrase: “Takes one to know one!”
Favorite hobby: Motorcycles
Favorite cartoon character: Optimus Prime
The Random:
Theme Song: “Everyday People” (Sly & the Family Stone, covered later by Arrested Development)
Best-Kept Secret (until now, that is): My excellent driving skills
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: My famous Flip-off-the-Wall
MITCHELL ROBERT AUGUSTIN “Mitch” MANGOBA
IncrediBull since 2008 (Joined because “I love the Bulls, I love Chicago.”)
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Deng
Favorite food: Ramen noodles
Favorite cartoon character: Homer Simpson
The Random:
Theme song: “Shout” (Isley Brothers)
Best-Kept Secret (until now, that is): I have strong legs
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: I was once Homecoming King of my high school
JODI “Jo-Jo Coolio” REINHARD
IncrediBull since 2004 (Keeps coming back “because I love the excitement at the United Center!”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Downers Grove
University: University of Illinois
Occupation: Researcher for a non-profit
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Gray
Favorite food: Pancakes
Favorite thing about Chicago: Street festivals
Favorite cartoon character: Doug Funny
The Random:
Theme song: “Eye of the Tiger” (Survivor, Rocky III)
Best Pick-up line: “What’s the scoop, Ice Cream?”
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: I’m the tumbler
KELLY “Kelz” SABBINI
IncrediBull since 2006 (Keeps coming back because “It’s so much fun! I love dancing and entertaining the crowd”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Chi-Town!
College: Wright College
Occupation: Administrative Assistant for Event Operations for the Chicago Cubs
The Faves:
Favorite food: I loooove sweets!
Favorite movie quote: “I eat because I’m unhappy…and I’m unhappy because I eat!” (Austin Powers)
Favorite cartoon character: Woody Woodpecker
The Random:
Theme Song: “Baby Got Back!” (Sir Mix-a-Lot)
Best-Kept Secret (until now, that is): Ok…so like two weeks ago…Heeeey! Wait a minute!! NICE TRY!!
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: Being here on Bulls.com!
ERNESTO SANCHEZ
IncrediBull since 2008 (Joined because “It’s a great job”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Romeoville
Occupation: Teenager
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Gordon
Favorite food: Fruit snacks
Favorite cartoon character: Superman
The Random:
Theme song: “Eye of the Tiger” (Survivor, Rocky III)
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: I was on the show Gangland
DAGOBERTO “Dago” SOTO
IncrediBull since 2008 (Joined because “I wanted to be part of the Chicago Bulls organization”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Chicago
College: Columbia
Occupation: Realtor/Actor
The Faves:
Favorite food: Steak and potatoes
Favorite movie quote: “Let’s do it for Johnnie” (Bowling for Soup)
Favorite cartoon character: Woody Woodpecker
The Random:
Theme Song: “My Kind of Town” (Frank Sinatra)
Best Pick-up line: “Hello”
Pets: Mateo (my cat)
MICHAEL “Mike” TURNER
IncrediBull since 2008 (Joined “for the love of the team”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Chicago
Occupation: Firefighter
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: ALL
Favorite food: Barbecue
Favorite phrase: “Who, me?”
Favorite thing about Chicago: The people!
The Random:
Theme song: “Go Go Power Rangers” (Mighty Raw, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers)
Best-Kept secret (until now, that is): Fear of Clowns
Biggest pet peeve: Cats!
ERIC “Wack” WACKERFUSS
IncrediBull since 2007 (Returned because he enjoys “being a part of entertaining people” and thinks “the other IncrediBulls” are “great to work with”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Palatine
University: Bradley
Occupation: Video Game Designer
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Noah
Favorite thing about Chicago: Deep Dish Pizza
Favorite cartoon character: Garfield
The Random:
Best Pick-up line: “What’s cookin’, good lookin’?”
Biggest Pet Peeve: Irresponsibility
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: Robot Dancing
KELLY LEE “Old Guy” WILLIAMS
IncrediBull since 2001 (Keeps coming back because, “Duh, it’s the CHICAGO BULLS!”)
The Vitals:
Hometown: Chicago Heights
University: Kansas State
Occupation: DJ/Emcee/Comedian/Techie
The Faves:
Favorite Bull: Noah
Favorite food: Shrimp Fried Rice
Favorite movie quote: “Free your mind” (Morpheus, the Matrix)
Favorite cartoon character: Batman
The Random:
Theme song: “Cult of Personality” (Living Colour)
Best-Kept secret (until now, that is): I sing like the dickens!
Pets: Wiley, my dog
IncrediBull Claim to Fame: Being featured in the opening credits of Sports Center doing a Dancing Referee bit
