We can start the story from the famous Sailor Bear, probably the most known retro Baylor Bears logo. The creature was depicted in yellow with bluish nuances and a white hat. It was created by a former Disney employee Arthur Evans. Unfortunately, the school had to adopt a different logo as it eventually turned out that Evans had drawn pretty similar bears for several other universities.
The Baylor Bears, founded in 1899, are the athletic teams representing Baylor University. This prestigious athletics program began with football, and over time, has expanded to encompass a diverse range of sports. The Bears have a rich history marked by significant achievements, particularly in basketball, football, and baseball. In basketball, the men’s team clinched the NCAA championship in 2021, a monumental accomplishment highlighting their prowess. The women’s basketball team has also been extraordinarily successful, securing three NCAA championships in 2005, 2012, and 2019. In football, the Baylor Bears have been consistently competitive, with notable bowl game appearances and conference championships, including the Big 12 Conference title in 2013 and 2014. Beyond these, Baylor’s baseball team has made several appearances in the College World Series, underscoring their strength in this sport as well.
Currently, the Baylor Bears continue to maintain a strong presence in collegiate athletics, consistently ranking among the top programs in various sports. Their commitment to excellence is evident in the consistent performance of their teams and the development of athletes who often proceed to professional careers. The Baylor Bears, under the guidance of skilled coaches and support staff, strive for excellence in both athletic and academic arenas, embodying the spirit of competitive sportsmanship and educational values.
What is Baylor Bears?
Baylor Bears is the name of the athletic program from Baylor University, which is located in Waco, Texas. The program features men’s and women’s teams in various sports disciplines, including Football, Golf, Tennis, and many more.
The 1969 logo nicknamed Growling Bear looked very realistic. Like the previous emblem, this one featured only the creature’s head. The logo was created in collaboration by classics professor Elmer Fisher and law student Joey Taylor.
The Fuzzy Green Bear logo was introduced in 1997. Nicknamed Swamp Bear and Radioactive Bear, it was developed by SME Branding. The team also used a brown bear logo, which did not look as cartoonish as its predecessor. The current primary Baylor Bears logo consists of the letters “B” and “U.”
The Baylor Bears logo created in 2005 featured a simple yet strong combination of two letters, “B” and “U” in dark green, outlines in thin yellow. The letters were placed diagonally from the upper left corner to the bottom right, with the “B” set a bit over the “U”. The letters had geometric straight contours, though didn’t look heavy, and were well balanced.
The redesign of 2019 kept the “B” and “U” badges from 2005 almost untouched. The combination remained the same and the main color is still dark green, though it’s a darker and more “expensive” shade. The yellow outline was gone from the badge, and the contours of both letters were cleaned and refined: two small white triangular elements appeared on “B” and “U” between the body and the upper serifs. This trick made the monogram look unique and memorable.
The team, which exists since 1898, competes in Division I FBS college football as a member of the Big 12 Conference. They have played their home games on the McLane Stadium since 2014. The team is coached by Matt Rhule.
The Lady Bears are coached by Kim Mulkey. They won the NCAA Women’s Division I Basketball Championship in 2005. The men’s basketball team went through a scandal in 2003 but recovered culminating in three straight postseason appearances (2008, 2009, and 2010).
BAYLOR GREEN
HEX COLOR: #154734;
RGB: (21, 71, 52)
CMYK:(93, 10, 90, 70)
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BAYLOR GOLD
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