Tritons Alternate Logo
The UC San Diego Tritons have a long and storied history when it comes to their alternate logos. The school has gone through many iterations over the years, each one as unique and memorable as the last. From classic designs featuring an iconic trident to more modern takes on traditional imagery, these logos are sure to be remembered for years to come.
The first iteration of the Tritons’ logo was introduced in 1972 when they began competing at Division II level athletics competitions. This design featured a blue shield with three white stars above it representing strength, courage, and pride – all qualities that embody what it means to be a student-athlete at UCSD! It also included an image of Poseidon’s trident which is still used today in some form or another across various sports teams' uniforms and merchandise offerings from football helmets down to basketball jerseys alike!
In 2002, UCSD updated its branding with new colors (blue & gold) along with introducing two new alternate logos: one featuring just Poseidon's trident surrounded by concentric circles; while the other had him holding his staff up against waves of water accompanied by “UCSDT” written underneath - both were meant symbolize power & strength associated being part UC San Diego family!
In 2010 yet another version was created which took inspiration from previous versions but added some creative flair such as changing up how Poseidon's hair looked and adding additional details around edges (e.g., small lines). This particular logo quickly became popular amongst students due to its stylishness while still maintaining originality that had been seen before this point time period during team play events etcetera…
Finally, 2020 brought about major changes once again where now there exist four different variations on the same theme depending upon sport/team type - ranging everything from basic outline only having Trident present the right full-fledged figure complete facial features clothing accessories etcetera!! Each logo helps represent the spirit behind each individual program so no matter if you're cheering men's soccer women's volleyball baseball softball every single game day will always feel special thanks help provided by these amazing graphics!!!
Tritons Products
2018 - Present
A right-tilted trident in blue with gold trim.
Blue and gold were changed in 2018.
2018 - Present
A right-tilted trident in gold with blue trim.
Blue and gold were changed in 2018.
2018 - Present
Double-stacked wordmark “UCSanDiego” in blue and “TRITONS” in gold with blue trim.
2018 - 2021
The triton mascot designed after Poseidon in blue and gold, the god of the sea & waters, about to throw a trident with his left hand reached out. His lower body is consisted of waves & mermaid-like tail.
Blue and gold were changed in 2018.
2018 - 2021
The triton mascot, designed after Poseidon in blue and gold, the god of the sea & waters, is about to throw a trident with his left hand reached out. His lower body consists of waves & mermaid-like tail. Above the wordmark “TRITONS” in blue with white outline and gold drop shadow and “UC SAN DIEGO” in blue.
2006 - 2018
A right-tilted trident in blue with gold trim.
2006 - 2018
A right-tilted trident in gold with blue trim.
2002 - 2018
The triton mascot, designed after Poseidon in blue and gold, the god of the sea & waters, is about to throw a trident with his left hand reached out. His lower body consists of waves & mermaid-like tail. Above the wordmark “TRITONS” in blue with a white outline and gold drop shadow.
2002 - 2018
Wordmark “SAN DIEGO” in blue above slanted overlapping letters “UC” in blue with gold trim.
2002 - 2018
Wordmark “SAN DIEGO” in blue above interlocked letters “UC” in blue with gold trim.
2002 - 2018
A trident in blue and gold behind the initials “UCSD” in blue with gold trim.
2002 - 2018
Wordmark “TRITONS” in blue with white outline and gold drop shadow.
2002 - 2018
The triton mascot, designed after Poseidon in blue and gold, the god of the sea & waters, is about to throw a trident with his left hand reached out. His lower body consists of waves & mermaid-like tail. Next to the wordmark “UC” in gold with blue trim and “San Diego” in blue.
2002 - 2018
The triton mascot, designed after Poseidon in blue and gold, the god of the sea & waters, is about to throw a trident with his left hand reached out. His lower body consists of waves & mermaid-like tail. In between wordmark “UC” and “SanDiego” in gold with blue trim.
2002 - 2018
The triton mascot, designed after Poseidon in blue and gold, the god of the sea & waters, is about to throw a trident with his left hand reached out. His lower body consists of waves & mermaid-like tail. Next to the initials “UCSD” in blue.
2002 - 2018
The triton mascot, designed after Poseidon in blue and gold, the god of the sea & waters, is about to throw a trident with his left hand reached out. His lower body consists of waves & mermaid-like tail. Next to the initials “UCSD” in gold with blue trim.
2002 - 2018
The triton mascot, designed after Poseidon in blue and gold, the god of the sea & waters, is about to throw a trident with his left hand reached out. His lower body consists of waves & mermaid-like tail. Next to the wordmark “TRITONS” in blue with a white outline and gold drop shadow.
