Tech, ULM, McNeese, LSU etc.and Branding?

[Cajun_in_NM]

Sodexo Swamp

Touche'

[raginrevival]

Florida took it from Louisiana so nothing like Death Valley.

During negotiations (that did not bear fruit initially) Louisiana sent Florida a Sultan of the Swamp media guide with Brian Michell on the cover.

Shortly thereafter Spurrier nicknamed their stadium The Swamp.

Louisiana had "The Swamp" nickname long before Florida.

Thanks I did not know that! I still would rather something not used elsewhere with the new stadium and all....just me though and is not a big deal

[SMD7636]

OLOL stadium is nicknamed “The Swamp” and needs more signage to promote it. We can claim the culture!

[MarlinMan3]

Florida took it from Louisiana so nothing like Death Valley.

During negotiations (that did not bear fruit initially) Louisiana sent Florida a Sultan of the Swamp media guide with Brian Michell on the cover.

Shortly thereafter Spurrier nicknamed their stadium The Swamp.

Louisiana had "The Swamp" nickname long before Florida.

Negotiations? Or did we give them the idea on a silver magazine cover

[CajunJackFish]

If we really want to be Louisiana, we need to represent all of Louisiana. That means taking 337 off the football helmets and not wearing/producing vintage gear that says USL or has a bulldog mascot. If I didn’t love the Acadiana flag so much, I’d even say that should be removed from branding.

If we ever get a mascot, I think the gator is perfect because everyone thinks we, in all of Louisiana, have them as pets. Maybe put an Acadiana flag on him to signify where he’s located, but when he flies a flag, it needs to be a Louisiana flag, or something that symbolizes the state. We’ve got to hammer the fact that we represent Louisiana as a whole.

[Ragin9221]

If we really want to be Louisiana, we need to represent all of Louisiana. That means taking 337 off the football helmets and not wearing/producing vintage gear that says USL or has a bulldog mascot. If I didn’t love the Acadiana flag so much, I’d even say that should be removed from branding.

If we ever get a mascot, I think the gator is perfect because everyone thinks we, in all of Louisiana, have them as pets. Maybe put an Acadiana flag on him to signify where he’s located, but when he flies a flag, it needs to be a Louisiana flag, or something that symbolizes the state. We’ve got to hammer the fact that we represent Louisiana as a whole.

I don’t believe anything tied to Acadiana should be removed or downplayed. If anything, it should be elevated. It represents the cultural heart of where most Cajuns come from—and where a significant portion of our fanbase calls home.

Put it this way: if we actively engage communities like Crowley, New Iberia, Eunice, and Opelousas, and rally their support, we could easily pull 30,000 fans per game, Acadiana is a cornerstone of our identity, and embracing it only deepens our connection to the region.

There’s no harm in using the flag. In fact, it reinforces authenticity and honors the heritage we represent.

But here’s the core issue: there’s too much emphasis on “Ragin’ Cajuns” and not enough on “Louisiana.” If the goal is to represent the entire state, the Louisiana name has to lead. Acadiana is vital—but it must be part of a broader, unified brand that speaks to all Louisianians.

We need to flip the focus “Louisiana” is the brand—“Ragin’ Cajuns” is the spirit. The Acadiana Flag is part of that spirit and region. That shift could expand our reach, deepen our pride, and connect us with people far beyond the 337 area code.

[Ragin9221]

If we really want to be Louisiana, we need to represent all of Louisiana. That means taking 337 off the football helmets and not wearing/producing vintage gear that says USL or has a bulldog mascot. If I didn’t love the Acadiana flag so much, I’d even say that should be removed from branding.

If we ever get a mascot, I think the gator is perfect because everyone thinks we, in all of Louisiana, have them as pets. Maybe put an Acadiana flag on him to signify where he’s located, but when he flies a flag, it needs to be a Louisiana flag, or something that symbolizes the state. We’ve got to hammer the fact that we represent Louisiana as a whole.

I really do not want this to turn this into a uniform thread! This is more of showing where I am coming from. I dont think this causes brand confusion. I could be wrong but the Acadiana flag is just a representation of Cajun Culture


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[CAJUNSby90]

I dont think this causes brand confusion.


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You left out that these are EXTREMELY tacky.

[Ragin9221]

You left out that these are EXTREMELY tacky.

I am not trying to turn this into a uniform thread i just think we could use the Acadiana flag along with Cajuns and Louisiana. It would not hurt the brand

[RaisingCajun08]

Well we need a logo. A logo would go a long way. Its not about that. Its the reason behind all this branding when it comes to other Louisiana programs and what i think it stems from.

Look at Ohio State. They feel so threatened by Ohio they started to call themselves Thee Ohio State.

Cant believe it took 8 posts for this to come out.