Bmac Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 While doing research lately for a somewhat unrelated project, I noticed there aren't many train-related team names in sports. This surprises me because the train industry is such a large part of US history and was very relevant at the time many sports teams were formed. The name "Trains" hasn't been used and seems like an odd name for some reason. Yet there don't seem to be common alternate options. Off the top of my head: Las Vegas Locos (Locomotives) - UFL Purdue Boilermakers - NCAA Round Rock Express - MiLB Denver/New Orleans Zephyrs - MiLB (branding ignored the train-inspired name) Bloomington Thunder - USHL (branding was train-themed despite the name not necessarily being train-related) Omaha Golden Spikes - MiLB Hartford Yard Goats - MiLB We supposedly almost had the Houston Railmen at one point. Others? All of the names listed seem fairly unique. Why isn't there more common train-themed branding? https://www.behance.net/bmatukewic8043 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pianoknight Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 The UT-Chattanooga "Mocs" nickname is short for Mockingbirds, but they use train imagery in their branding. They used to use (shock!) Native American imagery, but then they (more shock!) got away from it as schools are prone to do these days. 5th in NAT. TITLES | 2nd in CONF. TITLES | 5th in HEISMAN | 7th in DRAFTS | 8th in ALL-AMER | 7th in WINS | 4th in BOWLS | 1st in SELLOUTS | 1st GAMEDAY SIGN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 They used native imagery until ‘96 or so, when they were known as the Moccasins. http://www.derekyoder.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derek Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 1 hour ago, Bmac said: While doing research lately for a somewhat unrelated project, I noticed there aren't many train-related team names in sports. This surprises me because the train industry is such a large part of US history and was very relevant at the time many sports teams were formed. The name "Trains" hasn't been used and seems like an odd name for some reason. Yet there don't seem to be common alternate options. Off the top of my head: Las Vegas Locos (Locomotives) - UFL Purdue Boilermakers - NCAA Round Rock Express - MiLB Denver/New Orleans Zephyrs - MiLB (branding ignored the train-inspired name) Bloomington Thunder - USHL (branding was train-themed despite the name not necessarily being train-related) Omaha Golden Spikes - MiLB Hartford Yard Goats - MiLB We supposedly almost had the Houston Railmen at one point. Others? All of the names listed seem fairly unique. Why isn't there more common train-themed branding? Altoona Curve Gary Rail Cats Fullerton Flyers SWB Railriders Syracuse Chiefs Spokane Empire http://www.derekyoder.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MDGP Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 The Reading Phillies logo featured one until 2007 I've got a dribbble, check it out if you like my stuff; alternatively, if you hate my stuff, send it to your enemies to punish their insolence! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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leopard88 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 Lehigh Engineers (complete with a train logo in the 80s). Lehigh Valley Black Diamonds (Atlantic League baseball) -- never actually took the field if memory serves me). Most Liked Content of the Day -- February 15, 2017, August 21, 2017, August 22, 2017 ///// Proud Winner of the CCSLC Post of the Day Award -- April 8, 2008 Originator of the Upside Down Sarcasm Smilie -- November 1, 2005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pianoknight Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 5 minutes ago, AgentColon2 said: Purdue theft... 5th in NAT. TITLES | 2nd in CONF. TITLES | 5th in HEISMAN | 7th in DRAFTS | 8th in ALL-AMER | 7th in WINS | 4th in BOWLS | 1st in SELLOUTS | 1st GAMEDAY SIGN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkeypower Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 I've always liked the idea and usages of train team names. I think it offers a lot of options for really good branding and in-arena/stadium theming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pharos04 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 FC Lokomotiv Moscow Montpelier (OH) Locomotives Bloomington Thunder (SPHL) (2011-2014) Fullerton Flyers Macon Trax (SPHL) (2002-2005) Bethesda Big Train (CRCBL) Reading Express (AIFL/IFL) (2006-2012) Coquitlam Express (BCHL) Jacksonville Express (WFL) Evansville Express (NWFA) Southern Minnesota Express Owatonna Express Jersey Express (ABA) Jersey Express (PDL/USL League 2) Eau Claire Express I have to EXPRESS that there seems to certainly be some common naming theme with some teams Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msu Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 1 hour ago, monkeypower said: I've always liked the idea and usages of train team names. I think it offers a lot of options for really good branding and in-arena/stadium theming. Or you can be named the Astros and still use in-stadium train branding. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sc49erfan15 Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs, SPHL Carolina RailHawks (now North Carolina FC) Roanoke Dazzle (NBDL) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mingjai Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 Anyone know if any of the teams named “Barons”—e.g., Cleveland or Birmingham—have any relation to railroads? For some reason baron always makes me think of railroad barons. Visit my store on REDBUBBLE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBGKon Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 There was talk back when the Astros moved to now-Minute Maid Park that they considered a rebrand to the South Texas Railmen but they decided against it (thankfully) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben in LA Posted September 26, 2018 Share Posted September 26, 2018 7 hours ago, pianoknight said: The UT-Chattanooga "Mocs" nickname is short for Mockingbirds, but they use train imagery in their branding. They used to use (shock!) Native American imagery, but then they (more shock!) got away from it as schools are prone to do these days. Chattanooga Choo-Choo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TShaw528 Posted September 27, 2018 Share Posted September 27, 2018 Scranton Rail Riders Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MilSox Posted September 27, 2018 Share Posted September 27, 2018 La Crosse Night Train. Indoor football team in the early 2000s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopard88 Posted September 27, 2018 Share Posted September 27, 2018 20 hours ago, leopard88 said: Lehigh Valley Black Diamonds (Atlantic League baseball) -- never actually took the field if memory serves me). Yes, I quoted myself . . . to post a logo and to correct my earlier post. The Black Diamonds played at least one season as an all-road team. They just never took the field in Easton, PA as planned. Most Liked Content of the Day -- February 15, 2017, August 21, 2017, August 22, 2017 ///// Proud Winner of the CCSLC Post of the Day Award -- April 8, 2008 Originator of the Upside Down Sarcasm Smilie -- November 1, 2005 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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