Of the 17 years of their existence the Elmira Jackals played seven years as a member of the United Hockey League and ten years as the ECHL team. Their location was in Elmira, New York. In 2017 the arena of their home games was sold but the owners failed to sell the team. So, when the season ended, the ice hockey team that used to be called the Jackals folded.
Meaning and History
The Elmira Jackals were founded in 2000 by local businessman Tom Freeman. The team was established as a professional ice hockey franchise based in Elmira, New York.
Throughout their history, the Jackals achieved notable successes, including winning the United Hockey League (UHL) championship in the 2001-02 season. They also made significant playoff appearances and contributed to the development of numerous players who went on to play in higher leagues.
As of now, the Elmira Jackals are no longer active. The team ceased operations in 2017 due to financial difficulties and the loss of their arena lease, marking the end of their presence in professional hockey.
2000 — 2007
As soon as the team was founded in 2000 its logo was unveiled. The logo was distinguishing as it directly reflected the team name. It features the head of a snarling jackal facing to the right with the word “Elmira” over the head and “Jackals” below it. The color palette is silver, navy blue, red and white.
2007 — 2017
2007 was a period of change for the Jackals. They joined the ECHL and alongside with a new league they acquired a new logo and a new, fresh and exciting look.
The Jackals altered the familiar snarling jackal head using the same team’s colors but in a different way. There is less white color, but more navy blue and red. The eyes and the mouth are no longer red, yet the new jackal looks fierce with its bared fangs and pupil-less eyes.
They removed the inscription, believing that the image of the jackal itself was recognizable enough.