Meet Indy Eleven’s Mascot, Zeke!

A new and friendly face was seen wondering across the Hoosier State just as Indy Eleven took to the field for its Inaugural Season in 2014  … Zeke, the lovable Eleven mascot!

Zeke is an English mastiff, a protective-yet-gentle dog which was the same breed that the 11th Regiment leader Lew Wallace bestowed as a gift to the Sultan of the Ottoman Empire in 1880’s. Zeke was unveiled on April 10, 2014, when Indy Eleven and the Lew Wallace Study and Museum joined together to introduce the team’s furry friend at an event hosted on Wallace’s birthday in his hometown of Crawfordsville.

On game days, Zeke proudly dons the stylish Indy Eleven checkered home jersey, but at other events you might see him wearing the distinctive Zouave uniform that was a hallmark of the specially-trained 11th Regiment that the club is named after.

Anywhere Indy Eleven goes, Zeke is sure to follow.  Don’t be afraid to go up and say hello … Zeke’s always happy to give fans young and old a friendly hug and a spirited high-five!

REQUEST ZEKE!

Zeke keeps a busy schedule supporting his “Boys in Blue” … and Indy Eleven wants to make sure your organization’s event is included! From birthday parties and school appearances to corporate gatherings and community parades, Indy Eleven’s friendly mascot is guaranteed to add to the good times.

1. Continue reading below for the full appearance guidelines and fees, then click here to fill out the Mascot Appearance Request Form. 
    
2. Note that requests for Zeke must be made at least 4 weeks in advance of the scheduled appearance date to receive consideration. 
    
3. Upon receiving a completed request, an Indy Eleven Community Relations Department representative will contact you within 3 business days to provide an update on the availability of Zeke for the requested appearance.  
    
4. Rates below are for appearances based within 25 miles of 47 S Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis IN 46204. Each additional mile outside this radius will be assessed a mileage fee of $0.25 per mile

• Organizations
  • $150 per hour

• Birthday Parties
  • $75 per 30 minutes of autographs, pictures, entertainment and gift-opening
  • Includes jersey for the birthday child!
     
• Parade Appearances
  • $150 per hour
    • This rate includes time on parade route and any pre-/post-parade activities
  • Zeke will arrive in Indy Eleven-branded vehicle
     
• Inflatable Kick Game (add-on)
  • Add on Indy Eleven’s Inflatable Kick target game to the appearance for $50 per hour
  • Power supply must be provided 

ANY QUESTIONS?  EMAIL ZEKE@INDYELEVEN.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION.