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Bevo XIV is Out: Who's Next?

The search for Bevo's replacement has already begun.

Longhorn fans had to go through their first game without their beloved mascot on Saturday, after the 13-year-old longhorn steer retired due to a Bovine Leukemia diagnosis.

According to Texas Sports, the search for Bevo XV will begin immediately. The Silver Spurs Alumni Association will head the selection, accepting only the best to replace the school’s beloved mascot. While a spokesperson couldn’t be reached for comment, the association told Texas Sports that it will focus on finding the same majestic qualities as previous longhorns that have worn the famous “Bevo” halter.

The timeframe for selection and training has not yet been finalized, but the Longhorns anticipate that Bevo XV will be on the sidelines for the 2016 season, including Thanksgiving, the 100th anniversary of Bevo’s first appearance at a Texas Football game.

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