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Super Bowl 2008 Mascot

The mascot for Super Bowl XLII (Super Bowl 42) in Glendale, Arizona wears mirrored sunglasses (very prudent), has leathery skin (he should have used sunscreen) and has a name appropriate for both football and the saguaro cactus reflected in his shades: Spike. 

Spike the 2008 Super Bowl Mascot

Spike, the Official Super Bowl XLII mascot, made a special appearance at the Parada del Sol Parade in Scottsdale.

Spike the Super Ball ©
The Official Mascot/Team Captain 
of the Arizona Super Bowl Host Committee,
photo used with permission.

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