Brian in Boston Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 Well, the word out of Central Ohio is that Mark Hamister will officially announce the move of his AFL franchise from Buffalo, NY to Columbus, OH at a press conference tomorrow. He'll be joined at the Nationwide Arena by two new shareholders in the team: Columbus BlueJackets owner John H. McConnell and an "unnamed Dayton businessman" with a "serious corporate presence" in Central Ohio. Former Ohio State coach Earl Bruce will be introduced as Head Coach and General Manager of the team. Apparently, the team will maintain the Destroyers identity in Columbus. No word yet on whether that is a permanent solution, or a single season stop-gap measure. The name could fit in Columbus... it certainly doesn't have to be Buffalo-specific (i.e. tying-in to the Navy Destroyers on the waterfront there). Still, one would hope that they at least change the logo. The only reason that there was/is a buffalo present in the primary and secondary marks was/is the place name of the host city.Also, while there is still no definitive word as to whether or not Austin, TX is in as site for a 2004 expansion team, the potential ownership group there has taken steps towards establishing a team identity. Feste Capital Holdings has registered Austin Ropers as part of a domain name.Stay tuned.Brian in Boston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TruColor Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 The Ropers?Imagine - Norman Fell (God rest his soul) as the mascot... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac the Knife Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 Austin won't be part of the mix for 2004, unless a 20th team is ready at the same time - and there won't be.Another name I've heard is the Austin Power. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yh Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 Another name I've heard is the Austin Power.Yeah, baby, yeah!!!And I guess the move of the Destroyers to Columbus and the naming of Earle Bruce as coach is good news for us in St. Louis, since the last time that happened the team eventually became the St. Louis Stampede! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yh Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 The Ropers?Imagine - Norman Fell (God rest his soul) as the mascot...The cheerleaders could wear Audra Lindley-style mumu's.And, uh, Pantone, are you suggesting something with your revised avatar? Any inside info for 2004? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TruColor Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 No...I've just always wanted the Cardinals to wear a Red facemask.Wishful thinking, that's all... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian in Boston Posted September 25, 2003 Author Share Posted September 25, 2003 Well... it's official: Columbus, Ohio is now home to the Arena Football League's Destroyers. The team has removed the Buffalo-head (and the porthole that it was bursting through) from the primary logo. The result is a temporary logo that consists of the arcing Destroyers wordmark, with "Columbus" taking the place of "Buffalo" right above it. The official AFL press release did reveal that amongst future announcements will be the unveiling of a new logo.Brian in Boston Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notch Novelty Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 So Long Arena, don't come back, don't ever come back. You will land in what is known as dead sports team hell along with Blizzard, Gamblers, Bisons' hockey, Braves, Wings, Stampede, and FFlies. Please don't ever look back please don't... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-kj Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 What you're saying is that minor sports aren't welcome in Buffalo? Buy some t-shirts and stuff at KJ Shop! KJ Branded | Behance portfolio POTD 2013-08-22 On 7/14/2012 at 2:20 AM, tajmccall said: When it comes to style, ya'll really should listen to Kev. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yh Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 So Long Arena, don't come back, don't ever come back. You will land in what is known as dead sports team hell along with Blizzard, Gamblers, Bisons' hockey, Braves, Wings, Stampede, and FFlies. Please don't ever look back please don't...You forgot the Stallions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CC97 Posted September 25, 2003 Share Posted September 25, 2003 You forgot the Stallions.LoL --- Chris Creamer Founder/Editor, SportsLogos.Net "The Mothership" • News • Facebook • X/Twitter • Instagram Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STL FANATIC Posted September 26, 2003 Share Posted September 26, 2003 I know there is a push to get a team here in St. Louis. I don't know who is working on it though. I think Bill Laurie (Blues and Savvis Center owner) and his brother in law Stan Kroenke (Rams part owner and Avalanche, Nuggets and Pepsi Center owner). I there is a team, rumor is it will take back the name Stampede. JUSTIN STRIEBEL | PORTFOLIO | RESUME | CONTACT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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