Why does Queens have dog statue? Explaining 'Buddy the Street Dog'

Queens is bringing a unique figurine to its first NCAA Tournament experience.

How Queens, a March Madness newcomer, found its identity in a $150 dog figurine

Buddy the Street Dog, a German Shepherd figurine, has become the identity of Queens basketball, a tournament first-timer.
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Queens basketball embraces ‘Buddy’, street dog mentality, and colorful sweaters

From the moment the Queens University basketball team walked into the Enterprise Center on Thursday for its pre-NCAA Tournament press conference and practice, it was clear this was no ordinary team.

Queens University rallies around Buddy the Dog in NCAA tournament

A hollowed-out replica of a German Shepherd dog has become Queens University's unofficial mascot in its first NCAA tournament ...