In 2008, Arkansas State changed its name from the Indians to the Red Wolves and defeated Texas A&M in their inaugural game with the new mascot. Players recruited by Roberts were the foundation of the highly successful teams of the "One and Done" era.
Moreover, when did ASU become red wolves?
March 13, 2008
Also Know, why did Arkansas State change their mascot? Arkansas State's decision to retire the "Indian Family" after 77 years as the university's mascot wasn't by choice. "You could see the environment at the time, there was a movement to change names of Native American mascots across the country," said Dean Lee, ASU's athletic director from 2002-12.
Furthermore, when did Arkansas State change their mascot?
1931
Did Arkansas State change their mascot?
After months of deliberation, Arkansas State University has named the "Red Wolves" as their new mascot name.
