City’s WNBA team, the Toronto Tempo, rolled out its new on-court figures this week, introducing two mascots to represent the franchise. The reveal came amid a wave of online discussion from fans who reacted with skepticism and critique rather than immediate enthusiasm.
The team named its two mascots: Dez, a snapping turtle, and Dot, an arctic hare. The introductions were part of a broader presentation during the team’s season coverage, with images showing the pair on a basketball court. A caption accompanying the images notes Dez and Dot standing together as the club’s mascots.
Reaction among observers has been varied. Some commentators online described the mascots as unsettling and uninspired, signaling a slower start to the fan-facing identity than the team may have hoped. The coverage indicates a divide in opinion, with some supporters perhaps reserving judgment as the mascots settle into public view.
The release and subsequent chatter come ahead of ongoing coverage of the Tempo’s branding and fan engagement efforts. The team has not provided additional statements in the available material, and no further details about planned mascot performances or events were included in the current report.
