Friday, June 4, 2010

UAAP 73 “Iron Man” mascots revealed

Iron Man 2 fever is not over just yet. 

“Athletes perform heroic acts when they make sacrifices and dedicate themselves to their respective sports”

-UAAP 73 President Bro. Bernie Oca

Since this year’s University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) is centered on the theme “heroes”, The league’s Season 73 organizers from De La Salle University is about to feature Iron Man type of suits at the opening presentation scheduled on July 10th at the Araneta Coliseum in Cubao, Quezon City.  The recently released sequel to 2008’s second most profitable film is by far the biggest Hollywood movie debut for 2010.

Cosplayer Izabel Cortez from Replica Prop Forum revealed their concept art representing the National University Bulldogs and Far Eastern University Tamaraws, among others. Below are the featured images.

  NU Bulldogs

FEU Tamaraws

  Unfinished Tamaraw helm

According to the props designer, they are targeting to finish the suits as soon as possible and have it fitted by Saturday then do minor adjustments as necessary. Three days are then allotted for painting and one day for drying. The final product is set to be delivered by Tuesday.

UPDATE PHOTOS:

Jhayr Labrador of FEU Men’s Volleyball team represented the Tamaraws
Celebrity Enchong Dee represented host DLSU Green Archers

THE HEROES OF UAAP SEASON 73