Section30 wrote:

Also set to join the Twin Cities Hockey League West are the Coon Rapids Bandits. Coon Rapids is a city with about 30,000 people, it's a suburb of Minneapolis located north in Anoka County. Their official team name is the "Coon Rapids Hockey Club", but they will almost never be referred to by their full name. The Bandits will call Crooked Lake Park home for the upcoming season.

They are called the "Bandits" referring to the cities name of Coon Rapids. Their logo is a very minimal Raccoon head and their colors are simply black and white.

YOOOOOO THIS IS MY NEW TEAM!!!!!!!! COON RAPID TRASH PANDAS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
You think I could get a new sig to rep the best team in the MAHL?

Wow, I guess Coon Rapids was quite a hit, I'm glad you like them!



And here is an updated Grand Rapids Moose Sig with the year of their Kellogg Cup.

Last edited by Section30 (2/05/2020 2:06 am)

JamHeronArk wrote:

I like the new stuff. And to the guy who said that Marshall's logo was a U of M ripoff, 1. No, it's not, and 2. are all M logos U of M ripoffs?

 
It seems you might believe there was some type of ill intent regarding my previous post, but you have to understand the comment was made because I know Section30’s design capabilities. As an individual who invest a good amount of time across the boards, I push for forward progression of design from all creators. Sention30 and I both known the Pheasants are not a team meant to set a new standard, and I am aware they were meant to fit the time frame with a “simple” look. I was just messing with Section30, and had no intent to bash lack of originality. It is obvious this look would fit a smaller hockey team searching for an identity at this point in history.

To address your statement and question:

1. You’re going to tell me that the “M” logo presented doesn’t share many similarities to the University of Michigan “M”? I’m almost positive everything is exact besides the thinner arms on the Marshall logo. I never used the word ripoff, that is a bit harsh. I said uninspired because it looked like an attempt at replicating. This is normal for minor league teams. I’m aware it’s not the U of M logo, but it shares many elements.

2. That’s just drawing a connection between two things using a tightrope. I did not insinuate that in any way. No, all M logos aren’t the same, I am well aware of a whole form of art dedicated to creating unique letter styles (some even make a living off of it). Did I say “what’s the difference?” when the Millers made changes to their M, or maybe when the Moose introduced another M to the league? No, because there was quite obviously a difference between all of them. To deny that the logo is a block style that is regularly associated with U of M, or college in general, is your own opinion, but to turn it back on me and challenge my concept of design is a tad ignorant.

JamHeronArk wrote:

Alright let's set the record straight. This post was meant to be just as satirical as yours. And my initial confusion was caused by the fact that where I come from, U of M means the University of Minnesota. Marshall and the Gophers share almost nothing but a main color in the red family. My second point was an existential rhetorical question. Aren't all plain ol' M logos somewhat similar? What was the first one? As someone on the internet said, "All books are just remixes of the dictionary," and all M logos are "parodies" of whatever the original was. I digress. My original post was a poorly worded attempt at a joke. I did not mean any harm to you or Section30's wonderful series.

 
I guess intention gets a bit fuzzy in text. My bad, I’m use to going worst case scenario considering this is usually the case on another concept board I participate in. I completely agree with the point you meant to present. At least we can all agree that the true block M belongs to Marshall..... Marshall College of course.

1968/69 MAHL Regular Season


Blue Earth Hockey League
The Packers repeated as champions, claiming their third Blue Earth title in the last five years. Mankato was hot on their heels in second, with New Ulm coming a few games back in third. Mason City made the jump to the playoffs in their second season, finishing with a winning record. St. Peter fell out of the playoffs for the first time in their history, but the season wasn't all that bad all things considered. Marshall struggled quite a bit in their first season, finally developing a style that works as the season came to an end winning their last 3 games and slipping ahead of Albert Lea who dropped to last.

Granite Hockey League
It's official, the 60's belonged to Brainerd, with the Jacks winning every Granite Hockey League title in the decade. This is the Lumberjacks 11th championship in the last 12 years, winning their league has become the norm, all eyes are now on the playoffs to see whether they can finally get that illusive first Kellogg Cup. It was St. Cloud and St. Cloud finishing in second and third, with the Bearcats in the two spot. Alexandria held their four seed, slipping back into the playoffs. This was a rough year for the Cyclones, finishing below .500 and ending their 15 year playoff streak. Little Falls and Sauk Rapids round out the league.

Twin Cities Hockey League (West)
To much of the league's surprise, it wasn't the Mighty Millers who ran out to an incredible 14-0-3 streak to start the season, it was the Edina Cake Eaters. Edina would go on to only lose 4 games this year, including a loss to the Saints in the Twin Cities Hockey League Championship. The two time defending champs came in second, only finishing a couple games behind Edina; Osseo stayed in the three spot. It was a battle for the final playoff spot between Bloomington and West. The Terriers ultimately clinched the four seed in the final game of the season, just barely beating out the Bears. Coon Rapids and Anoka both were middle of the pack teams for much of the season and finished accordingly. Burnsville had a disappointing season, dropping to eighth. The Bakers dropped drastically this season compared to a solid year only a year ago, dropping all the way to last, below Minnetonka.

Twin Cities Hockey League (East)
The Saints marched back to the top of the Twin Cities Hockey League, winning the east and beating Edina in the championship. The Vulcans had a resurgence in their first season in the east, moving all the way to second place, ahead of a very good Victorias team. South St. Paul dropped to fourth, but remain in the playoff picture. White Bear Lake had a surprisingly good season, moving all the way to fifth place, ahead of the Waves and Volunteers. Roseville dropped after a good season a year ago, and the Raptors remained firmly in last.

Valley Hockey League
Rochester continuous their utter dominance in the Valley, winning their 9th title in a row. This year it went back to the Mustangs with the Robins swapping places with them and dropping to third. La Crosse remained in second, and Northfield moved up to fourth, giving them their first playoff birth in team history. Austin and Red Wing were contending with Northfield for that 4 spot, with the Mavs and Chiefs taking fifth and sixth in the end. Cannon Falls struggled again in their sophomore season, and Winona was the usual.


Iron Range Hockey League
Grand Rapids were the heavy favorites heading into this season, but Virginia were the ones who really had their way in the Iron Range this season. The Moose did manage to take second and still look very good. Ely surprised a lot by actually improving this season, moving up to third. Hibbing moved back into the playoffs, bumping their rivals Eveleth and Chisholm.

Lake Superior Hockey League
Superior reigns supreme for the first time in 18 years! The Lakers came out of nowhere to claim their second Lake Superior title. The Hornets and Giants finished in second and third, both having very good seasons as well. Cloquet nearly missed the playoffs for the first time in a decade, but managed to beat out le bleus for the four seed. Two Harbors moved up to sixth and Grand Marais had their best season to date, finishing in 7th. Silver Bay struggled this year with injuries and it resulted in them dropping to last.

Northland Hockey League
The Monarchs got back on top of the Northland, claiming their second title. Roseau worked their way back to second this season, going undefeated in front of the Green Army (tying 3 times). The Barbarians are back in the playoffs, finishing in third. Warroad dropped a bit after winning the league last year, but remain in the playoff picture and could be a dark horse come playoffs. Baudette, Kenora, and Fort Frances all finished within 3 games of .500 this season. Bemidji took eighth with International Falls suffering a dramatic fall in the standings after finishing in third last year, now dropping all the way to ninth, only beating out the Mallards.

Red River Hockey League
It was once again a three team race for the top three spots, this year it was the Pointers who managed to come out on top, winning their second league title. The Jets dropped to second and Thief River to third. The Railers looked a bit slower than they had in the past, and the Smith twins are beginning to show their age, dropping in production. Crookston and Fargo had a bit of a race for the final playoff spot, but the Kings ran away with it at the end of the year. Moorhead remained in last.

Let me know what you think, comments are appreciated!