In a surprising revelation, Sydney Lindon-Lake, a recent graduate of Arizona State University (ASU), has disclosed that she was the person behind the Sparky mascot costume for the past three and a half years. This announcement makes her only the second woman in ASU’s history to take on the role of Sparky, the Sun Devil.

Lindon-Lake’s journey as Sparky began during her time at ASU, where she managed to keep her identity a secret from everyone, including her closest friends. “My finger was shaking over the post button on Instagram,” she shared, describing the moment she decided to reveal her secret. “I’ve never told anyone this information before!”

Her dedication to the role was evident as she participated in various sporting events, from football games to basketball and hockey, embodying the spirit of Sparky without anyone knowing her true identity. Even her friends and the ASU softball team were unable to guess who was behind the mask, despite their attempts to figure it out.

This year has seen several high-profile mascot reveals at major universities, with many mascots being women, including those at Ohio State, Kansas, and Indiana. Lindon-Lake’s revelation adds to this trend, highlighting the diverse representation in collegiate mascots.

Having graduated with a degree in Communications, Lindon-Lake plans to pursue a career in sports entertainment. Reflecting on her time as Sparky, she expressed, “It’s been such an honor and such a privilege.” Her experience as the face of ASU will undoubtedly remain a cherished memory as she moves forward in her career.

Original reporting: 12News / KPNX (Phoenix) — read the source article.