actually, if they went with the predominately red seating, then they would just need to get rid of the yellow seating and, of course, the "scorpion" logo seating. of which based on this picture, I'm guessing is on the high end of 800 to 1000 seats max.
the part of the "SPUR" in the logo is actually called a "Rowel". I sort of like this badge and think it is good marketing to tie the two together.
*sigh .... the semantics of it has nothing to do with my point. The given symbolism for the SPURS is the rowel portion of the apparatus .... and has become the identifying symbol of the SPURS franchise. It's sitting on the badge of our soccer team now ... that's the point.
Yeah, but (and I hate to be THAT guy) this is common in Europe. Teams from various sports under one umbrella of ownership in a single city tend to have at least some commonality within their logos and colors. Red Bull and Real Madrid are obvious examples. Even within the US, owners in this situation have typically found a way to tie their various teams together - usually through shared color schemes (Kroenke's Denver teams being a great example). Why wouldn't you though? If you have a strong established brand and bring in new, related ventures, tying them together in some tangible way increases awareness of the new product and inspires brand loyalty.
I get what you are saying. But I think the tie-in is a great marketing strategy (and synergy) I applaud SSE for doing it this way. I was simply pointing out that part of our team identity is the Rowel. which for those seeking a unique team identity is very unique. I think here locally, we are the only ones who are sensitive to the fact that it is part of the Spurs logo. I am quite proud of the new badge and think it embodies San Antonio, the city, the region and the heritage to the fullest.
Oh, I'm very aware of that aspect ... ... and that's exactly what having black/white/silver on a team in SA does. You don't need any more tie in than that, ESPECIALLY here. ^ guess who owns those guys ... b/s/w, but their own image. There's a divisive enough feeling on them that I think they'd have been better served leaving the synergy to the colors and giving the club an image all it's own. I mean, they did it for f'n hockey.
http://www.soundersfc.com/post/2015/12/04/s2-set-rebuild-roster-after-inaugural-season April 3 can't get here soon enough. looks like SS2 is rebuilding after a disappointing 1st season. The MLS “B” team side Seattle Sounders 2 last year finished mid-table and recently cleaned house leaving only 5 former players on the squad. see link.
René Van De Zande, Aztex CEO sounds very arrogant and elusive with his answers. Personally, I think USL is dead in Austin. https://medium.com/@MLSinAustin/you...r-we-got-some-answers-7ff6443efdef#.s3j6b8rxj