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Lore & Background

On July 20, 2015, majority owner Bill Cameron announced the franchise would move to Arlington, Texas for the 2016 season. The decision followed a tumultuous final year in Tulsa where the Shock qualified for the playoffs but were swept by the San Antonio Stars. On November 2, 2015, the team officially changed its name to the Dallas Wings. The choice of 'Wings' was not arbitrary; it stems from the famous Mobil Oil Co. 'Flying Horse' atop a historic downtown Dallas building. This landmark provided the thematic bridge between the city's existing sports culture and the new WNBA franchise. The mascot concept aligns closely with that of the local NBA team, the Dallas Mavericks, creating a unified visual identity in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The team found its new home at the College Park Center at UT Arlington.

Reader's Guide

Fans visiting the College Park Center in Arlington will see the Dallas Wings competing in their new home arena. The team's identity is rooted in the 'Flying Horse' motif found on historic downtown buildings and mirrored by the Dallas Mavericks mascot. Supporters can trace the franchise lineage from its time as the Detroit Shock (1998–2009), through the Tulsa era (2010–2015), to its current status. The 2015 season was a turning point; despite starting well and making the playoffs, the team was swept by Phoenix before relocating. The name change on November 2, 2015, officially cemented the connection to Dallas civic history. When looking for merchandise or arena signage, expect to see elements reflecting this 'Flying Horse' heritage alongside the winged logo.

Did You Know?

• On July 20, 2015, owner Bill Cameron announced the move to Arlington, Texas, just days before minority owner Stuart Price filed a lawsuit to stop it.
• The franchise played its final home game in Tulsa on September 13, 2015, against the San Antonio Stars before relocating.