Bevo mascot chosen, returns to Texas sideline in 2016

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) The University of Texas says a new longhorn steer mascot has been selected and will be introduced at the 2016 season-opener against Notre

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) The University of Texas says a new longhorn steer mascot has been selected and will be introduced at the 2016 season-opener against Notre Dame on Sept. 4.

Ricky Brennes, executive director of the Silver Spurs Alumni Association, describes Bevo XV as ''very gentle, smart and curious.''

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School officials had to select a new mascot after Bevo XIV died in October 2015. He had been on the Texas sideline since 2004.

The mascot returns for the 100th anniversary season of its first appearance, a 21-7 win over Texas A&M.