An interesting read on the history of the athletic branding for Syracuse University came across my inbox today from the University itself. Complete with a handy timeline of all the logos the Orangemen have used over the years. What I really enjoyed was the essay this article linked to which
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Tigers, Pirates Pay Tribute with Negro Leagues Uniforms
The Detroit Tigers held their 18th annual Negro Leagues Tribute game yesterday at Comerica Park in a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Both teams donned uniforms paying homage to the Negro Leagues teams which once represented their respective cities during the 1920s and 1930s.
San Diego Padres wear 1978 Throwback Uniform
The San Diego Padres became the latest team to wear throwback uniforms when they took to Petco Field wearing their 1978 home uniforms in a game against the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim Friday night. The Padres ’78 throwbacks were complete with pullover jerseys, matching helmets, elastic waistbands, and yes,
Tim Tebow Threatens Makers of “Jets-Jesus” Parody
New York’s newest quarterback Tim Tebow is threatening legal action against a website selling a parody New York Jets t-shirt. A Jets logo with “JESUS” instead of “JETS”, “MY” instead of “NY”, and a Jesus Fish in place of a football. The t-shirt itself contains no references to Tim Tebow
Jay-Z says vintage subway signs inspired new Brooklyn Nets logo
Jay-Z, hip-hop mogul and part-owner of the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets, sat down with MTV yesterday and explained his inspiration when designing the new logo and uniforms of the Nets, unveiled last month. Said Jay, “I wanted to make it really classic and strong; a throwback to Brooklyn and what we’re
The Making of an On-Field MLB Jersey
Majestic Athletic, the on-field provider of all Major League Baseball jerseys has posted an interesting look at the process of making an authentic on-field MLB jersey.
Marlins Debut New Orange Cap with Home Uniform
The Miami Marlins last night debuted their “red-orange” (it doesn’t look red to me) cap paired with their home white uniform. The Marlins also wore “red-orange” undershirts and socks with the cap to complete the “red-orange” and white look.
Texas Rangers 2012 Throwback Jersey Schedule
The Texas Rangers are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their move from Washington to Texas during the 2012 season by wearing uniforms throughout their history. We’ve finally gotten ahold of the schedule and the uniforms that will be worn for each game, so mark your calendars – and if you’re
Angels and Rangers in 1972 Throwbacks
The Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Angels turned back the clock 40 years earlier this afternoon as part of a 40th anniversary celebration of the Rangers’ inaugural season in Texas. Both teams wore uniforms modelled after designs used in 1972 by the (then California) Angels and Rangers and both teams did a
Redskins Unveil 80th Anniversary Throwbacks
The Washington Redskins today unveiled their new alternate throwback jerseys for the upcoming 2012 National Football League season. Based off of the uniforms worn by the Redskins’ first season in Washington in 1937, the new uniforms are a part of the franchises 80th anniversary celebrations. They will be worn for
Toronto Maple Leafs Register Centennial Logo
Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, Ltd., the group who owns the Toronto Maple Leafs, last month filed a trademark registration with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office for a centennial “Leafs Nation” logo to be used throughout 2017 (application number 1568062 – look it up for yourself). This logo has yet
Practicality Trumps Accuracy with Chicago’s ’72 Throwbacks
In January the Chicago White Sox announced they would be wearing their 1972 red-and-white home uniforms each Sunday home game during the 2012 season. During the announcement the uniform and cap shown contained a few inaccuracies from the original 1972 look. In this article I examine those inaccuracies and chat