Sparky the Sun Devil
Far from Normal
Sparky’s storied history
Our mascot is Sparky the Sun Devil. A sun devil is a weather phenomenon, also known as a dust devil or whirlwind. Our Sparky, however, carries a pitchfork and is dressed in maroon and gold, ASU’s school colors. On a clear, sunny day in 1946, Arizona State College track coach Donn Kinzle was on an early morning run along the Salt River bed. A dust devil materialized, swirling and dancing above the sand and rock.
At that instant, the idea for the Sun Devil was born.
At that instant, the idea for the Sun Devil was born.
Far from Normal
Sparky’s storied history
Our mascot is Sparky the Sun Devil. A sun devil is a weather phenomenon, also known as a dust devil or whirlwind. Our Sparky, however, carries a pitchfork and is dressed in maroon and gold, ASU’s school colors. On a clear, sunny day in 1946, Arizona State College track coach Donn Kinzle was on an early morning run along the Salt River bed. A dust devil materialized, swirling and dancing above the sand and rock.
At that instant, the idea for the Sun Devil was born.
At that instant, the idea for the Sun Devil was born.
Sparky through the years
See Sparky live
Did you know Sparky regularly attends charity events, school functions and even ASU alumni weddings? Whether it's a corporate gathering, community event or special celebration, Sparky is ready to spread Sun Devil pride with high-energy interactions, photo opportunities and plenty of school spirit.