College Sports Established
1891
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
College Name
Drexel University
Collegiate History
1973 - Present / NCAA Division I
Conference History
2001 - Present / Coastal Athletic Association
1973 - 2001 / Independent
Nickname
Dragons - As a die-hard fan of the Drexel Dragons, you may have wondered about the origins of our beloved team's nickname. I wonder no more because this blog post will delve into the fascinating history behind the Drexel Dragons nickname.
The Drexel Dragons' nickname dates back to the early 1920s when the Drexel Institute of Technology (now known as Drexel University) sought to establish a solid athletic program. At the time, the school's teams were known as the "Drexelites" or the "Drexel Engineers." However, in 1925, a student named Walter J. Zeller suggested the name "Dragons" as a nod to the school's founder, Anthony J. Drexel, who had a dragon as his family crest.
The suggestion was well-received, and the Drexel Dragons were officially born. At this time, the team's colors were also chosen, with red and blue representing the school's engineering and business programs, respectively.
But why did Zeller choose a dragon to represent the school? He was said to be inspired by the Chinese dragon, symbolizing strength, power, and good luck. This was fitting for a school striving to establish itself as a force to be reckoned with in the world of sports.
The Drexel Dragons nickname quickly caught on and became a source of pride for the school. The first official Drexel Dragons logo was created in 1927 and featured a fierce-looking dragon with the word "Drexel" in bold letters underneath.
Over the years, the Drexel Dragons have had their fair share of successes and challenges, but the nickname has remained a constant source of inspiration for the teams and fans alike. In 1978, the men's basketball team made it to the NCAA Division I tournament for the first time, solidifying the Drexel Dragons as a formidable force in college sports.
Today, the Drexel Dragons continue to make their mark in athletics with successful basketball, lacrosse, and soccer teams. The dragon logo has undergone several updates but remains a recognizable symbol of the school's athletic prowess.
NCAA Championships
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Dragons Men’s Basketball Success
The Dragons joined Division I in 1973. Drexel has received bids to five Division I NCAA basketball tournaments in 1986, 1994, 1995, 1996, and most recently in 2021. During the 1996 tournament, Malik Rose led the team to their only second round NCAA appearance after an upset of fifth-seeded Memphis. Prior to this, Drexel had appeared in four Division II ... -
Conference’s No. 1 Seed
The Drexel Dragons men’s soccer team is a member of the Coastal Athletic Association of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. In 1955, the team finished with a record of 11-3-1 and won the Middle Atlantic Conferences (MAC) championship for the first time. In 1958 with a 12-0-0 record, the team was awarded the National Championship by the Intercollegiate Soccer Football ... -
Women’s NCAA Glimpses
The Drexel Dragons women’s basketball program currently competes in the Coastal Athletic Association in Division I of the National Collegiate Athletic Association. The Dragons joined Division I in 1982. In the 1980s, the team nickname changed from the Dragonettes to the Dragons. Drexel has received three bids to the NCAA Women’s Basketball tournament, occurring in 2009, 2021, and 2024. Drexel’s ...
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History of the Dragons
The Stony Brook Seawolves are the athletic teams of Stony Brook University, located in Stony Brook, New York. The university's athletic program has a long history, dating back to the late 1950s when the school was known as the State University College on Long Island.
The Seawolves have come a long way since then, and their journey to becoming a Division I program has been remarkable. In the early years, the Seawolves competed in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III. However, in 1994, the university decided to move up to Division I, and the Seawolves have been making waves ever since.
One of the most notable moments in Stony Brook's sports history came in 2012 when the Seawolves' football team made their first-ever appearance in the Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) playoffs. Led by head coach Chuck Priore, the team had an impressive record of 9-4 and made it to the semifinals before falling to the powerhouse team, Sam Houston State.
But football isn't the only sport that has succeeded at Stony Brook. The men's basketball team has also made a name for themselves, consistently competing in the America East Conference and appearing in the National Invitation Tournament (NIT) and the CollegeInsider.com Postseason Tournament (CIT).
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