A Short History of Horse-Inspired Sports Team Names
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By Paul Volponi
Fans of Thoroughbred racing know how to root for their favorite equine athletes, but sports fans in general, whether they realize it or not, often root for their favorite human athletes whose uniforms bear the moniker of team names inspired by equines.
And it's easy to understand why sports teams, both pro and collegiate, want to be associated with the amazing qualities – heart, speed, and stamina – of horses.