UNC Wilmington Seahawks
A seahawk’s head in gold, navy, and white with a green outline is above the double-arched initials “UNCW” with an upper and lower arched line and over the wordmark “SEAHAWKS” in navy.
Seahawks Primary Logo
As a die-hard Seahawks fan, it's only natural that you would want to know everything there is to know about your beloved team. From their impressive victories on the field to their rich history, there's always something new to learn about the UNC Wilmington Seahawks. Today, we will deeply dive into the team's primary logo history and explore the evolution of this iconic symbol.
The UNC Wilmington Seahawks primary logo has undergone several changes, each representing a different era in the team's history. The first logo, introduced in 1977, featured a simple yet powerful design. It consisted of a white seahawk with its wings spread wide, perched on a blue letter "W." This logo was used until 1984 and symbolized the team's early years of finding their footing in college sports.
In 1985, the Seahawks introduced a new logo that would stay with the team for 15 years. This logo featured a more detailed seahawk, with a fierce expression and sharp talons, perched on a blue and gold shield. The shield itself was adorned with the team's name and the year of its establishment, giving it a more professional and polished look. This logo represented the team's growth and success, with several conference championships and NCAA tournament appearances.
In 2000, the Seahawks updated their primary logo again, opting for a more modern and sleek design. The new logo featured a stylized seahawk in flight, with its wings spread wide and its talons ready for action. The team's name was written in bold, all-caps letters below the seahawk, giving it a more aggressive and dominant feel. This logo coincided with the team's move to the Colonial Athletic Association (CAA) and their continued success in the conference.
Finally, in 2011, the Seahawks unveiled their current primary logo, which has remained unchanged. This logo features a more realistic and detailed seahawk, with its wings outstretched and its talons grasping a basketball. The team's name is written in a bold, modern font below the seahawk, with the addition of a small wave design representing the team's coastal location. This logo perfectly captures the team's identity as a fierce and dominant force in the CAA.
UNC Wilmington Seahawks
1992 - 2015
Totem pole-themed seahawk's head in gold, green and blue above the initials "UNCW" in gold.
UNC Wilmington Seahawks
1986 - 1992
A strutting seahawk wearing a white sailor hat and a sweater with initials "UNCW" in green with black trim.
UNC Wilmington Seahawks
1977 - 1986
An attacking seahawk with claws out in white with green highlights.
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