St. Francis University unveils Red Wolves as new athletic nickname
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 10:32 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
College SportsSt. Francis University introduced their new athletic mascot, the Red Wolves, during a ceremony on June 3, 2026, at DeGol Arena in Loretto, Pennsylvania. This change coincides with the school's transition from NCAA Division I to Division III. The new nickname replaces the longstanding Red Flash, which had been in use since 1972. St. Francis President Rev. Malachi Van Tassell explained that the Wolf of Gubbio symbolizes compassion and community, aligning with the university’s Franciscan heritage. The new branding will accompany the school’s membership in the Presidents' Athletic Conference starting this fall.
- •The new mascot is unveiled at a ceremony attended by students and alumni.
- •Red Wolves replaces Red Flash, which was in use since 1972.
- •The change reflects the school's transition to Division III athletics.
- •St. Francis will compete in the Presidents' Athletic Conference this fall.
- •The inspiration for the name comes from St. Francis of Assisi's story.
- 10:32 PMYahoo Sports — 'An exciting day': St. Francis reveals new nickname during ceremony
"LORETTO, Pa. – St. Francis University's year of major change added another one Wednesday morning. As the athletic department makes the transition from the NCAA Division I level to Division III, the school unveiled a new mascot as a way to flash forward and align with the move as well. A video shown inside DeGol Arena unveiled Red Wolves as the new nickname, replacing Red Flash, while using the ...
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