Tampa Bay Mascots Motivate Patients with a Flash Mob at Moffitt Cancer Center
TAMPA, Fla. — They may represent different teams, but on Sept. 16, mascots for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Lightning, University of South Florida Bulls and Tampa Bay Sun Football Club will unite to spread cheer to cancer patients.
For the ninth year, Captain Fear, ThunderBug, Rocky and Solé will visit Moffitt Cancer Center for the annual Mascots at Moffitt Day event.
Around noon, the foursome will head to Moffitt’s Stabile Research Building to strut their stuff with Moffitt team members during a flash mob. Mascots are often known for their antics and energy that often lift moods and spirits. Fighting cancer is a team effort and team Tampa Bay is ready to show its support.
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WHAT: Mascots at Moffitt Day
WHEN: Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025
- 11 a.m. to noon — Mascots visit patients
- 12 p.m. — Pep rally
- 12:15 p.m. — Mascot flash mob dance to “Boots on the Ground”
WHERE: Moffitt Cancer Center (12902 USF Magnolia Drive, Tampa FL 33612)
About Moffitt Cancer Center
Moffitt is dedicated to one lifesaving mission: to contribute to the prevention and cure of cancer. The Tampa-based facility is one of only 57 National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Centers, a distinction that recognizes Moffitt’s scientific excellence, multidisciplinary research, and robust training and education. Moffitt’s expert nursing staff is recognized by the American Nurses Credentialing Center with Magnet® status, its highest distinction. For more information, call 1-888-MOFFITT (1-833-972-1556), visit MOFFITT.org, and follow the momentum on Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube.
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