About Grizz
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Born in Vancouver, Canada in 1995, Grizz has been part of every Grizzlies game since the team joined the league. Grizz moved with the team to Memphis in the year 2001 and instantly became a fan favorite.
After the team launched the new look for the 2004/05 season, Grizz alarmed all his fans by disappearing for the pre-season. Happily, Grizz came home sporting a whole new look and was welcomed back with a standing ovation upon his return. Known for his lovable antics and dramatic dunks, Grizz gets the crowd into every game. Fans can always count on Grizz to deliver t-shirts in dramatic fashion.
Grizz loves helping out in community events too, and often represents the team at Read to Achieve events, basketball camps and clinics and more. His customized van outfitted with video games, monitors and tunes makes regular appearances around town.
In 2007, Eric McMahon (a.k.a. Grizz) was diagnosed with Hodkin's Lymphoma and is currently on medical leave of absence. To show support for Grizz and other patients in the fight against cancer, the Grizzlies launched a program called 'Friends of Grizz' where fans can show their support by
In February, some of Grizz's fellow mascot friends from around the NBA and from other local teams began making appearances at Grizzlies games at FedExForum to entertain fans and show their support for McMahon. View the mascot visit schedule.
Fans can send get well wishes to Eric online, by mail: care of Grizz, to 191 Beale Street, Memphis, Tennessee, 38103, or via e-mail.
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