BIDDEFORD, Maine -- Stormin' Norman, the University of New England Nor'easters' affable mascot, has been voted Maine's Top College Mascot, according to a poll conducted by local radio station Q97.9.

More than 10,000 votes were cast, with Stormin' Norman tallying 42.35 percent of the votes. The University of Maine was second (33.59%), followed by the University of Southern Maine in third place (10.47%).

When asked about the award and the large spotlight it has cast, Norman blushed and issued a "no comment."

"We are truly appreciative of the support shown by our students, fans, and the entire UNE community in voting 'Stormin' Norman the number one mascot in the state of Maine," said UNE Associate Vice President and Director of Athletics Jack McDonald.