Why special "T" logo for Tennessee women's team?

[ZZ13]

Not complaining, just trying to learn the history as to why it was created and why it still exists? I did a moderate scan (not an exhaustive research) and haven't found any other major university that uses a unique logo for their women's teams. Any plans to convert them to the Power T for consistency?

 

[MAD]

The players embrace being Lady Vols.

 

[VolsFan-TX]

Not complaining, just trying to learn the history as to why it was created and why it still exists? I did a moderate scan (not an exhaustive research) and haven't found any other major university that uses a unique logo for their women's teams. Any plans to convert them to the Power T for consistency?

John Currie tried to end the Lady Vols name and was met by a huge pushback from the current players, former players, and fans.

 

[chuckiepoo]

Not complaining, just trying to learn the history as to why it was created and why it still exists? I did a moderate scan (not an exhaustive research) and haven't found any other major university that uses a unique logo for their women's teams. Any plans to convert them to the Power T for consistency?

Not sure if this is the only other one or not, but there is at least one: Georgia Bulldogs

 

[chuckiepoo]

Not complaining, just trying to learn the history as to why it was created and why it still exists? I did a moderate scan (not an exhaustive research) and haven't found any other major university that uses a unique logo for their women's teams. Any plans to convert them to the Power T for consistency?

Mules and Jennie’s? That’ll stir the hornet’s nest…

https://boards.sportslogos.net/topic/127733-college-teams-with-gendered-team-nameslogos/

..neither Lady Vols Nor Georgia are mentioned.

 

[GUNTERSVOL]

Somebody help the old guy out. Was there a stipulation each woman’s sport got to pick from the two logos? That is rolling around the back of my head.

 

[chuckiepoo]

Somebody help the old guy out. Was there a stipulation each woman’s sport got to pick from the two logos? That is rolling around the back of my head.

There was an article in the Sentinel that explained the timeline, from change to return. I’m pretty sure the soccer team was using the power T until recently.

 

[Putbacks]

Because ♀ Vols and ♂ Vols kept confusing the seamstress, getting the sizing and coverage all wrong; therefore, they got creative with the sewing machine…

 

[backdoorcutvol]

John Currie tried to end the Lady Vols name and was met by a huge pushback from the current players, former players, and fans.

I could be wrong but I think Dave Hart tried to do away with Lady Vols name.

 

[VolsFan-TX]

I could be wrong but I think Dave Hart tried to do away with Lady Vols name.

You are probably right. I was going by memory which is not always best.

 

[lvocd]

Not complaining, just trying to learn the history as to why it was created and why it still exists? I did a moderate scan (not an exhaustive research) and haven't found any other major university that uses a unique logo for their women's teams. Any plans to convert them to the Power T for consistency?

If I'm glancing at a sports pub and see a Power T and read the words Tennessee Basketball, I automatically think "men's basketball."

But I could be on Mars, see the Lady Vols logo on a basketball, and I will not have to wonder if the astronaut/alien who left that ball behind was a fan of the Tennessee men's or women's team.

The unique women's logo is universally recognized as a symbol for excellence in WOMEN'S college athletics. I like having the easily recognizable visual reference about whether a story is about men's or women's sports without having to ask or read very far into the story.

Just my two cents.

 

[wpcadetdad]

If I'm glancing at a sports pub and see a Power T and read the words Tennessee Basketball, I automatically think "men's basketball."

But I could be on Mars, see the Lady Vols logo on a basketball, and I will not have to wonder if the astronaut/alien who left that ball behind was a fan of the Tennessee men's or women's team.

The unique women's logo is universally recognized as a symbol for excellence in WOMEN'S college athletics. I like having the easily recognizable visual reference about whether a story is about men's or women's sports without having to ask or read very far into the story.

Just my two cents.

I agree 100%.

 

[EverythingOrange]

The "Lady Vols" name and logo are strongly associated with the legendary Pat Summitt, who led the University of Tennessee's women's basketball program for decades. While the "Lady Vols" name was used before Summitt's time, she is widely credited with building the brand and bringing it to national prominence.

Summitt's legacy is deeply intertwined with the Lady Vols, and her impact is still honored through the team's branding.

Pat Summitt, who coached the Lady Vols for 38 years, is the figure most closely associated with the program and the "Lady Vols" brand.

Summitt's success, including eight national championships, significantly elevated the Lady Vols' visibility and reputation.

Even after a temporary rebranding effort that replaced "Lady Vols" with "Tennessee," the women's basketball program and its fans continued to strongly identify with the original name and logo, leading to its eventual reinstatement.

The return of the "Lady Vols" name and logo was seen as a way to honor Pat Summitt's legacy and the tradition she established.

— WELL DESERVED!….