Ball State University unveils Charlie Cardinal bobblehead

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Want an officially licensed Ball State Cardinals Charlie Cardinal Bobblehead? Look no further!

The bobbleheads are now available in the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum’s Online Store at this link. The bobbleheads, which are expected to ship in October, are $35 each plus a flat-rate shipping charge of $8 per order.

Each bobblehead is individually numbered to 2,024.

Standing on a base that reads “Cardinals” across the front with a backing featuring the Ball State logo, the Charlie Cardinal bobblehead has his arms raised doing the “Chirp, Chirp” hand signal while wearing a No. 1 cardinal football jersey with white pants.

Known as the Cardinals since 1927 (after originally being called the Hoosieroons) thanks to Professor Paul Billy Williams and his love for his favorite baseball team, the St. Louis Cardinals. Charlie Cardinal first arrived on the scene in 1969. His appearance has changed five times over the years. According to the school’s website, “The spirited host of Ball State, Charlie Cardinal is an ambassador for the university as he makes guest appearances around the state of Indiana and the nation.”

“We’re excited to unveil this new Ball State Cardinals Bobblehead in conjunction with the start of the new school year,” National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum co-founder and CEO Phil Sklar said. “This bobblehead will be the perfect way for Ball State fans, alumni, students, faculty, and staff to show off their school pride!”

The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum, which is located at 170 S. 1st. St. in Milwaukee, Wis., opened to the public on Feb. 1, 2019. The HOF and Museum also produces high quality, customized bobbleheads for retail sale as well as organizations, individuals, and teams across the country.