While both the old and updated athletic logos the Fairfield University has used since 1991 feature a stag, the design hasn’t been the same throughout all these years.
Fairfield Stags, the athletic teams of Fairfield University in Fairfield, Connecticut, was founded alongside the university in 1942. This establishment marked the beginning of a rich athletic tradition that is rooted in the Jesuit educational philosophy, emphasizing the development of the whole person – body and spirit. Over the years, the Fairfield Stags have become renowned in the world of collegiate sports, particularly in basketball, soccer, and lacrosse.
The Fairfield Stags have achieved numerous milestones in their history. In basketball, they have made several appearances in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, showcasing their competitive edge at a national level. Their soccer teams, both men’s and women’s, have consistently been contenders in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC), earning multiple conference titles and NCAA tournament appearances. The women’s lacrosse team has also garnered attention for its prowess, frequently dominating in conference play and making several trips to the NCAA Women’s Lacrosse Championship.
Currently, the Fairfield Stags continue to uphold their reputation for athletic excellence. They are recognized for their strong athletic programs, with teams regularly competing at high levels in their respective sports. The university’s commitment to athletic development is evident in their continuous investment in facilities and training programs, aiming to foster the talents of student-athletes. The Fairfield Stags stand as a testament to the university’s dedication to excellence in athletics, academics, and the formation of character in its students.
What is Fairfield Stags?
Fairfield Stags is the name given to the athletic teams of Fairfield University, a private Jesuit university. Known for their competitive spirit in NCAA Division I sports, they excel in basketball, soccer, and lacrosse, among others. Their legacy is marked by significant achievements and ongoing commitment to athletic and academic excellence.
The previous Fairfield Stags logo, which was introduced in advance of the 1991 season, included a large letter “U” in red with a stag’s head on the forefront. The word “Fairfield, also in red, could be seen above, while the word “Stags” in a creative typeface was placed below the emblem. The second word looked more prominent due to the choice of font and size.
In 2002, a different logo appeared. While it also sported a stag’s head, it was now facing to the right. Horizontal strokes helped to create a dynamic style. The lettering was different, too.
Later, the university slightly altered the shade of red making it somewhat brighter. In spite of this update, the overall style of the emblem, as well as the typeface, remained the same.
The Visual Identity Guide published in the summer of 2017 mentions two official colors: red (Pantone 186, RGB: 224; 58; 62) and black (Pantone Black, RGB: 35, 31, 32). Both of the colors are featured on the primary Fairfield Stags logo, where they are paired with white (for the background). The “F” emblem (secondary logo) also uses grey (for the shade).
The men’s team plays its home games in the Webster Bank Arena. The Stags compete in the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference of NCAA Division I. Among their achievements is the fact that they have been involved in post-season tournament action fourteen times.
The Stags’ home arena is on-campus Lessing Field. The team’s highest place on the national rankings was #12th on the 2001 rankings. The Stags have competed in the NCAA Division I Men’s Soccer Tournament three times.
As for the women’s soccer team, it has competed in the NCAA Division I Women’s Soccer Tournament five times.
The on-campus Alumni Baseball Diamond is the home arena of the Fairfield Stags baseball team. The men’s team started competing in 1951 and held the title of MAAC South Champions five times.
In the 2019 season, the Fairfield Stags field hockey team competes in the Northeast Conference of NCAA Division I. Their home arena is the on-campus University Field. One of their highest achievements has been the Patriot League Regular Season Title in 1998.
RED
PANTONE: PMS 186 C
HEX COLOR: #C8102E;
RGB: (224, 58, 62)
CMYK: (0, 91, 76, 6)
GRAY
PANTONE: PMS 429 C
HEX COLOR: #A2AAAD;
RGB: (188, 190, 192)
CMYK: (0, 0, 0, 30)
BLACK
PANTONE: PMS BKACK
HEX COLOR: #000000;
RGB: (0,0,0)
CMYK: (0,0,0,100)
WHITE
PANTONE: P 1-1 C
HEX COLOR: #FFFFFF;
RGB: (255, 255, 255)
CMYK: (0, 0, 0, 0)