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14. Expansion Expansion Expansion! Tell us why you think the league should expand / not expand or include any ideas (in words) for team branding ideas you have or team locations.
As the ISFL keeps growing, it is clear the league will need to add more teams soon. With the upcoming S50 class expected to be one of the largest ever with many new users and recreates, it would be the perfect time to introduce new teams to either the ISFL or DSFL. But adding teams isn't only about the number of new players; it is also about carefully planning their branding. Luckily, I have created two ideas for potential future teams to give some ideas of where the ISFL / DSFL can head.
Team Idea #1: Tokyo Bullets
Behind The Name
Ever heard of the lightning-fast Shinkansen bullet trains in Tokyo? Well, imagine a team named after those speed demons! The Tokyo Bullets would represent the city's love for efficiency and power, just like its famous transportation system. With over 40 million passengers (about twice the population of New York) using the subway daily, Tokyo’s transit network is a symbol of what the Tokyo Bullets will strive to be: fast, effective, and powerful.
Mascot
Picture their mascot as a futuristic bullet train zooming around the field or the top of the stadium every time a touchdown is scored, or a huge play happens. With it decked out in sleek colors and some t-shirt cannons to shoot into the crowd, you have a fan-favorite mascot in the making (even if it is not a person in a costume).
Color Scheme
The color scheme for the Tokyo Bullets would draw inspiration from the sleek and modern design of the city's bullet trains, as well as the vibrant energy of Tokyo itself. The chosen colors would reflect the following symbolism:
Crimson Red: Symbolizing the speed, power, and intensity of the bullet trains as they streak across Tokyo's landscape.
Silver: Representing the futuristic and innovative technology that defines Tokyo's transit system.
Team Idea #2: Vancouver Reel Blazers
Behind The Name
Moving over to the scenic city of Vancouver, known as "Hollywood North" for its booming film industry, we have the Vancouver Reel Blazers. This team would pay homage to the city's cinematic heritage, as many notable films have been filmed there including “Happy Gilmore,” “Final Destination” and everyone’s favorite “Twilight.”
Mascot
The mascot for the Vancouver Reel Blazers would be the leader of films: a director! Vancouver’s mascot would be dressed in classic director attire, complete with a beret, sunglasses, and a clapboard. This mascot would exude confidence and creativity, directing the crowd through the game with chants and other interactive moments.
Color Scheme
When it comes to the Vancouver Reel Blazers' color scheme, we are all about tapping into the city's vibrant film scene and its stunning natural backdrop:
Goldenrod Yellow: Picture those sun-kissed landscapes you see in Vancouver's films, radiating warmth and creativity.
Slate Gray: Think of it as a nod to the city's modern film industry.
Emerald Green: It is all about those lush forests and scenery that set the stage for Vancouver's movies.
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33. When looking at the teams we have in the ISFL and DSFL, is there any team you believe is in need of a major rebranding or update to their current branding? Why or why not?
Although most teams in the ISFL and DSFL have some great branding and created unique identities you don’t see often in sports teams, there are two teams that I believe could use some rebranding, one from each league. To start with the ISFL, I believe that Colorado Yeti could use a solid update to its logo. Now, the current branding isn’t horrible, I just find it a bit plain against some of the other teams in the league. Having the “C” from the Colorado flag and the color scheme is a nice touch, but just adding an outline of a Yeti feels a bit lazy. A quick Google search shows many interesting Yeti logo ideas that can be easily edited to still include the Colorado “C” and maybe some of the mountains for the Rocky Mountains. There are just a lot more interesting avenues to look down.
For the DSFL logo, I feel that the Dallas Birddogs could use a bit of updating as well. Currently, it is just a dog going through a “D”. Again, the symbolism makes sense as some dogs are used to gather the birds hunted, but the lackluster “D” could just be better or removed entirely. Gimme something like Duck Hunt with the dog holding the birds, anything that is a touch more out-of-the-box would be awesome. On a positive note, I really like the color scheme so that would be staying.
34. New players join our teams every season, so which of those new players made the biggest impact on the field for your team?
In the 2062 season, amidst a sea of new recruits, one player stood out for the London Royals and made an immediate impact on the defensive side of the ball: Adolin Collins (@“Infern8”). With 108 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, and 8 sacks, he was all over the field making many DSFL opponents fear him. In just his first-ever game of the season against future Ultimini winners the Portland Python, Collins led the team in tackles with 10 and recovered 2 fumbles. Pretty impressive debut if you ask me. Some other stand-out performances from the season include Week 7 (10 TCK, 1 FF/FR), Week 10 (11 TCK, 3 TFL), Week 11 (9 TCK, 1 Sack), Week 13 (8 TCK, 2 sacks) and a few more not mentioned. Even though Collins wasn’t a nominee this year for DPotY, he could’ve easily been chosen and put up a good chance of finishing in the top 3. Overall, Collins was one of the main leaders this year for the Royals defense and we could always count on him stepping up when it mattered.
14. Expansion Expansion Expansion! Tell us why you think the league should expand / not expand or include any ideas (in words) for team branding ideas you have or team locations.
As the ISFL keeps growing, it is clear the league will need to add more teams soon. With the upcoming S50 class expected to be one of the largest ever with many new users and recreates, it would be the perfect time to introduce new teams to either the ISFL or DSFL. But adding teams isn't only about the number of new players; it is also about carefully planning their branding. Luckily, I have created two ideas for potential future teams to give some ideas of where the ISFL / DSFL can head.
Team Idea #1: Tokyo Bullets
Behind The Name
Ever heard of the lightning-fast Shinkansen bullet trains in Tokyo? Well, imagine a team named after those speed demons! The Tokyo Bullets would represent the city's love for efficiency and power, just like its famous transportation system. With over 40 million passengers (about twice the population of New York) using the subway daily, Tokyo’s transit network is a symbol of what the Tokyo Bullets will strive to be: fast, effective, and powerful.
Mascot
Picture their mascot as a futuristic bullet train zooming around the field or the top of the stadium every time a touchdown is scored, or a huge play happens. With it decked out in sleek colors and some t-shirt cannons to shoot into the crowd, you have a fan-favorite mascot in the making (even if it is not a person in a costume).
Color Scheme
The color scheme for the Tokyo Bullets would draw inspiration from the sleek and modern design of the city's bullet trains, as well as the vibrant energy of Tokyo itself. The chosen colors would reflect the following symbolism:
Crimson Red: Symbolizing the speed, power, and intensity of the bullet trains as they streak across Tokyo's landscape.
Silver: Representing the futuristic and innovative technology that defines Tokyo's transit system.
Team Idea #2: Vancouver Reel Blazers
Behind The Name
Moving over to the scenic city of Vancouver, known as "Hollywood North" for its booming film industry, we have the Vancouver Reel Blazers. This team would pay homage to the city's cinematic heritage, as many notable films have been filmed there including “Happy Gilmore,” “Final Destination” and everyone’s favorite “Twilight.”
Mascot
The mascot for the Vancouver Reel Blazers would be the leader of films: a director! Vancouver’s mascot would be dressed in classic director attire, complete with a beret, sunglasses, and a clapboard. This mascot would exude confidence and creativity, directing the crowd through the game with chants and other interactive moments.
Color Scheme
When it comes to the Vancouver Reel Blazers' color scheme, we are all about tapping into the city's vibrant film scene and its stunning natural backdrop:
Goldenrod Yellow: Picture those sun-kissed landscapes you see in Vancouver's films, radiating warmth and creativity.
Slate Gray: Think of it as a nod to the city's modern film industry.
Emerald Green: It is all about those lush forests and scenery that set the stage for Vancouver's movies.
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33. When looking at the teams we have in the ISFL and DSFL, is there any team you believe is in need of a major rebranding or update to their current branding? Why or why not?
Although most teams in the ISFL and DSFL have some great branding and created unique identities you don’t see often in sports teams, there are two teams that I believe could use some rebranding, one from each league. To start with the ISFL, I believe that Colorado Yeti could use a solid update to its logo. Now, the current branding isn’t horrible, I just find it a bit plain against some of the other teams in the league. Having the “C” from the Colorado flag and the color scheme is a nice touch, but just adding an outline of a Yeti feels a bit lazy. A quick Google search shows many interesting Yeti logo ideas that can be easily edited to still include the Colorado “C” and maybe some of the mountains for the Rocky Mountains. There are just a lot more interesting avenues to look down.
For the DSFL logo, I feel that the Dallas Birddogs could use a bit of updating as well. Currently, it is just a dog going through a “D”. Again, the symbolism makes sense as some dogs are used to gather the birds hunted, but the lackluster “D” could just be better or removed entirely. Gimme something like Duck Hunt with the dog holding the birds, anything that is a touch more out-of-the-box would be awesome. On a positive note, I really like the color scheme so that would be staying.
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34. New players join our teams every season, so which of those new players made the biggest impact on the field for your team?
In the 2062 season, amidst a sea of new recruits, one player stood out for the London Royals and made an immediate impact on the defensive side of the ball: Adolin Collins (@“Infern8”). With 108 tackles, 9 tackles for loss, and 8 sacks, he was all over the field making many DSFL opponents fear him. In just his first-ever game of the season against future Ultimini winners the Portland Python, Collins led the team in tackles with 10 and recovered 2 fumbles. Pretty impressive debut if you ask me. Some other stand-out performances from the season include Week 7 (10 TCK, 1 FF/FR), Week 10 (11 TCK, 3 TFL), Week 11 (9 TCK, 1 Sack), Week 13 (8 TCK, 2 sacks) and a few more not mentioned. Even though Collins wasn’t a nominee this year for DPotY, he could’ve easily been chosen and put up a good chance of finishing in the top 3. Overall, Collins was one of the main leaders this year for the Royals defense and we could always count on him stepping up when it mattered.
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