StoneRaizer Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 Just referring to Icecaps comment about Sharks in NY waters, 100% incorrect. There are Tons of sharks inthe Northeast, very large mako populations.AHL team from Worcester Massachusetts. Who also happen to be the AHL affiliate of the San Jose Sharks. Many minor league teams use the same nickname with a different logo as their major league affiliate, especially in the AHL. Examples:Binghamton Rangers (defunct)/New York RangersSt. John's Maple Leafs (defunct)/Toronto Maple LeafsFrederiction Canadiens (defunct)/Montreal CanadiensCurrent:Worchester Sharks/San Jose SharksIowa Stars/Dallas StarsI agree with whomever said the nickname should represent the city. Great examples of this:Houston Rockets/AstrosColorado Rockies/RapidsNew York IslandersDetroit PistonsVermont Frost Heaves (yes, an ABA team with a good nickname) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaperAirplane31 Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 As for the Texas Rangers, I believe they were honoring their state police. That is correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac the Knife Posted July 31, 2006 Share Posted July 31, 2006 As for the Texas Rangers, I believe they were honoring their state police. That is correct. Betch'a didn't know...The Texas Rangers were also reportedly going to be the name of an expansion football team, but its owner decided at nearly the last minute to go with another name instead - after the team's helmet logo, depicting their famous silver star badges, had reached a "point of no return."The team is now known as the Dallas Cowboys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grammar Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 I like when teams use verbs and then find a good animal or logo to go with it. Great example the NLL Arizona Sting Grand Rapids Rampage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SabreGuy Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 My high school's sports teams were called the "Marauders," which I think is underused. It could especially work in a city starting with M, like Memphis or Milwaukee. "You could put an empty orange helmet on the 50-yard line at Cleveland Browns Stadium and 50,000 fans would show up to stare at it."-Terry Pluto Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBTV Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 My alma mater is considering a name change, having been caught under the NCAA's guidelines against native American names (Indiana University of Pennsylvania apparently couldn't make the case for keeping "Indians").They're unofficially considering a bunch of alternatives, but frankly, they all suck: Crimson Thunder, Crimson Hawks, Wanderers, etc. Coming up with a name that works today is one thing, but coming up with one that people will relate to in 100 years is another. For example, who thinks "Toronto Raptors" is a name that works today? Yet back when the team was organized, everyone thought "Cool. Dinosaurs are "in," so that name'll work." And for a while, it did. I remember the "vote" taken a few years ago, where the coices included "Fighting Squirrels", "Jumping Jimmies", and "Oaks." "The views expressed here are mine and do not reflect the official opinion of my employer or the organization through which the Internet was accessed." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac the Knife Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 My alma mater is considering a name change, having been caught under the NCAA's guidelines against native American names (Indiana University of Pennsylvania apparently couldn't make the case for keeping "Indians").They're unofficially considering a bunch of alternatives, but frankly, they all suck: Crimson Thunder, Crimson Hawks, Wanderers, etc. Coming up with a name that works today is one thing, but coming up with one that people will relate to in 100 years is another. For example, who thinks "Toronto Raptors" is a name that works today? Yet back when the team was organized, everyone thought "Cool. Dinosaurs are "in," so that name'll work." And for a while, it did. I remember the "vote" taken a few years ago, where the coices included "Fighting Squirrels", "Jumping Jimmies", and "Oaks." Fighting Squirrels was one of those mentioned in the alumni magazine article I read about the expected change last week.I'd like to see them go with "Crimson" or something non-descript. Fighting Squirrels would make them a joke, as would some of the other suggestions (WTF is Crimson Thunder?). Better yet, rename the university at the same time since so many people confuse it with Indiana University.Howzabout the Western Pennsylvania University Wombats? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopard88 Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 My alma mater is considering a name change, having been caught under the NCAA's guidelines against native American names (Indiana University of Pennsylvania apparently couldn't make the case for keeping "Indians").They're unofficially considering a bunch of alternatives, but frankly, they all suck: Crimson Thunder, Crimson Hawks, Wanderers, etc. Coming up with a name that works today is one thing, but coming up with one that people will relate to in 100 years is another. For example, who thinks "Toronto Raptors" is a name that works today? Yet back when the team was organized, everyone thought "Cool. Dinosaurs are "in," so that name'll work." And for a while, it did. I remember the "vote" taken a few years ago, where the coices included "Fighting Squirrels", "Jumping Jimmies", and "Oaks." Fighting Squirrels was one of those mentioned in the alumni magazine article I read about the expected change last week.I'd like to see them go with "Crimson" or something non-descript. Fighting Squirrels would make them a joke, as would some of the other suggestions (WTF is Crimson Thunder?). Better yet, rename the university at the same time since so many people confuse it with Indiana University.Howzabout the Western Pennsylvania University Wombats? I think a Jimmy Stewart connection is in order. I just couldn't think of one to suggest that didn't sound ludicrous. The Baileys? 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...
BrianVlietDesign Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 How about Bombers? I've always liked the sound of it. And you can come up with a great logo for it. NYCFC - MLS CUP CHAMPIONS - 2021 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DG_ThenNowForever Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 How about Bombers? I've always liked the sound of it. And you can come up with a great logo for it.Haha. You'd think so, huh? My college alma mater: 1 hour ago, ShutUpLutz! said: and the drunken doodoobags jumping off the tops of SUV's/vans/RV's onto tables because, oh yeah, they are drunken drug abusing doodoobags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopard88 Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 How about Bombers? I've always liked the sound of it. And you can come up with a great logo for it. There are the Baltimore Bombers -- would-be NFL expansion team: 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...
whitedawg22 Posted August 1, 2006 Share Posted August 1, 2006 My high school's sports teams were called the "Marauders," which I think is underused. It could especially work in a city starting with M, like Memphis or Milwaukee. Arena Football used to have the Massachusetts (Mass) Marauders:Works really well, especially with the double entendre. Too bad they only lasted for one season (1994). oh ,my god ,i strong recommend you to have a visit on the website ,or if i'm the president ,i would have an barceque with the anthor of the articel . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viper Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 The Hartford Wolf Pack are a little unique because they are named after the subs that are made in Groton and New London. I always thought that name was supposed to be a dig at the city that took the Whalers away - since Raleigh stole the Whalers, so Hartford would symbolically steal the North Carolina State University teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Mac the Knife Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I think a Jimmy Stewart connection is in order. I just couldn't think of one to suggest that didn't sound ludicrous. The Baileys? NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!NO JIMMY STEWART REFERENCES!Dear God, no! That town is sicophantic (sp?) enough about that old bastard. Leave his sorry ass out of this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mac the Knife Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 The Hartford Wolf Pack are a little unique because they are named after the subs that are made in Groton and New London. I always thought that name was supposed to be a dig at the city that took the Whalers away - since Raleigh stole the Whalers, so Hartford would symbolically steal the North Carolina State University teams. (1) Raleigh didn't steal anything. Karmanos decided to move them here of his own free will.(2) The way NC State's football team is expected to perform this year, there are some down here that think Hartford could have the university right about now... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leopard88 Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I think a Jimmy Stewart connection is in order. I just couldn't think of one to suggest that didn't sound ludicrous. The Baileys? NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!NO JIMMY STEWART REFERENCES!Dear God, no! That town is sicophantic (sp?) enough about that old bastard. Leave his sorry ass out of this. "sycophantic" 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...
NY Jay Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I also like using team names connected to the city/state, to a certain extent though. Sometimes you are left with a name that's kinda boring, like the Baltimore Orioles. Their current logo is just the plain bird with a blank stare on it's face. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jtsteward Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 I know there are teams like the Pirates, Raiders and Buccaneers.But I like these names: The Marauders and Swashbucklers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NY Jay Posted August 3, 2006 Share Posted August 3, 2006 ^ I like those sort of names too. Names like Vikings are always awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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