Anselmo-Merna Coyotes
There’s no contest for the most original helmet that we’ve encountered so far.
The running, football playing Coyote of A-M is awesome. I know some players saw our site and encouraged Coach Meyer of the Coyote basketball team to send us the logo. (Thanks Guys!) My question is how long have you been using this logo?
My knowledge of the great Anselmo-Merna (or Anselmo and Merna) athletes of the past is woefully inadequate. All I can bring to the table is that I love crossing the state on scenic Highway 2 which takes one through Custer County and both Anselmo and Merna.
And, I’m pretty sure that the Coyotes nickname goes back to Anselmo High before consolidation. Merna was the Eagles. Folks in the comment section pointed out that I have that backwards. (THANKS!) Anselmo High was the Eagles, and wore red, white and blue. It was Merna High that was the Coyotes; they were also red and white like A-M is today. Got to say, I’m glad they kept the more distinctive “Coyotes”, we’ve already got a lot of Eagles in Nebraska. Plus, it gives us that great helmet design.
Still looking for help on this: Maybe someone can correct my information, but I have Merna High closing in 1960, but the official consolidation not happening until 1964. Anyone know?
Tags: animal logos, Anselmo-Merna, Coyotes, Eight man football
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January 27, 2008 at 8:59 pm
I’m not real sure on the exact consolidation date, but, I know the mascot for Anselmo High School was the “EAGLES”! The school colors were red, white, and blue! My dad played football and basketball for ole’ AHS. In fact, I have the leather helmet Dad wore playing football! My son isn’t impressed with the “old style” helmets! He doesn’t think it would give you much protection. He graduated from Anselmo-Merna High this last May. Mase
January 27, 2008 at 11:53 pm
anselmo was the eagles actually idk wat merna was for sure though