New York School Ditches Native American Nickname, Chooses Timberwolves

After receiving a directive from the New York State Department of Education to end the use of nicknames, mascots, and logos that depict Native American culture, the Sherburne-Earlville athletic teams have officially changed their nickname to the Timberwolves. This decision was made by the school board and is effective immediately. The change was necessary to comply with state regulations and ensure that all students feel represented and included in school activities.

The Timberwolves was chosen after a student vote, where it received the most support compared to the other options of Wolves and Wolf Pack. Among high school students, Timberwolves received 48% of the vote, while middle school students voted in favor of Timberwolves with 52%. The official wolf-related logos and fonts adopted by the district in the previous school year will remain the same, as well as the school’s “Maroon and White” colors.

Lindsay Kramer, who is responsible for updates on school nicknames at Sherburne-Earlville High School, can be reached via email or Twitter for more information on this topic. It’s important to note that if you make a purchase or register for an account through a link on this site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you are agreeing to our User Agreement and acknowledging that your interactions and information may be collected and stored by us and our third-party partners according to our Privacy Policy.