Simon Fraser University announces new varsity team name

Simon Fraser University introduces the SFU Red Leafs as the new name selected for its varsity athletics teams, after an extensive consultation process that began in 2020. Grounded in the university's strong and rich athletic history, athletes and coaches have competed under SFU-s iconic leaf for generations and it is recognized as a symbol of unity across its campuses. The Red Leafs reflects the university's identity as Canada's only NCAA team and unifies their diverse community under that banner. -I'm proud that the university is moving forward under the Red Leafs name,- says SFU President Joy Johnson. -We feel it captures the heritage and spirit of SFU, and its unique role in collegiate sports. After a lot of consultation, we have heard that it is a name that everyone in our community can be proud of and I can't wait to cheer on our teams together. After a decision was made in 2020 to retire the team's former name , the university engaged in a renaming process to find a team name that reflects SFU-s values, inspires unity and is a source of pride.