Matt Lowe knew he was headed for college and for the United States military. He did not know he’d end up in a SuperFrog mascot suit, standing on top of a Blackhawk helicopter at the Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base for a photoshoot. But for the criminology and criminal justice major, all roads were leading him to TCU ROTC, with a stop as the beloved horned frog on his way to achieving his goals.
Recently revealing his mascot identity at 2026 TCU commencement, he took time to share about his TCU experience, from the AddRan College of Liberal Arts to life in the suit.
Why did you choose TCU?
Coming to TCU was somewhat of a wild turn for me. Coming from a military family, I always hoped to go to West Point and become an Army officer. After being accepted there, I toured the academy and realized that it was not a great fit for me. Somewhere in the middle of it all, I had applied for Army ROTC at TCU and Alabama. After some praying, I accepted my TCU offer and drove down from my hometown of Montana to school. At that point, I knew I would forever be a Horned Frog! But I had zero clue that I would ever become THE Horned Frog.
What’s one lesson you’ve learned during your time in AddRan that you’ll carry with you?
The AddRan College of Liberal Arts has taught me how to think critically. So many of the classes I have taken have touched on sensitive subjects. This often forces me to process heavy topics and form my own opinion. As a criminology and criminal justice major, some of my classes are very factual in nature and others are very opinion and discussion-based. It’s often in these classes that I stretch myself and push through the uncomfortable.
What’s your favorite memory as SuperFrog?
My favorite memory as SuperFrog has to be going to the Fort Worth Joint Reserve Base and standing on top of a Blackhawk helicopter for a photoshoot. It was very patriotic. I also got to give my fiancé a valentine in suit.
What does SuperFrog represent to you personally?
SuperFrog really is a picture of strong and stylish spirit. He is always the most animated, the most energetic and the coolest guy around. He really does have a swagger about him that helps carry TCU pride to all the students and fans. He is a cheerleader and a bodybuilder, but he is also a sweet friend and a “goody frogman.” He really embodies several personalities, but mostly he’s just agreeable. Everyone enjoys time with SuperFrog, no matter the age. So, in carrying the image of TCU, SuperFrog represents a strong and likable school pride — with style.
How did being SuperFrog shape your college experience?
Being SuperFrog was probably the most fun thing I did in school. I spent a lot of time trying to dive deep into church, ROTC and classes, but SuperFrog was often my little getaway activity where I just had a blast. I doubt that anyone on this campus has had more fascinating interactions with people than I have had in that suit. I have met some amazing players, kind grandparents and crazy fans. Getting into that suit, I truly never knew what to expect or what situation I would find myself in. My college experience didn’t change much when I became SuperFrog, but my game-day experience sure did. I was always on the field hyping up the crowd as SuperFrog or helping out my fellow frogmen.
How do you think the mascot impacts school spirit and the TCU community?
SuperFrog is always hype. He’s always a face of joy and is always happy to interact with all students. He really can put a smile on everyone’s face. He’s funny, charismatic and cool. I think TCU sees SuperFrog as a representation of the student vibe. He’s got a flirty, goofy, jock-like personality, which helps convey the school’s fun culture and TCU pride.
What’s next for you?
After graduation, I will be marrying the love of my life! Soon after that, I will be going on active duty as a second lieutenant in the Army Corps of Engineers. I will attend Engineer Basic Officer Leadership Course at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. I have hopes to be stationed overseas and to always represent TCU well as a Horned Frog alum!