Recently, the Binghamton Rumble Ponies hosted the Fast Times Invitational track & field meet, showcasing the talent and dedication of local athletes. The event featured participants from various schools competing in a range of track and field events. Photos from the meet captured the energy and excitement of the day, with athletes pushing themselves to achieve their best performances.
In a controversial move that stirred up debate among fans, the Double-A Binghamton Mets announced six finalists for a new team nickname for the 2017 season. The options included Bullheads, Gobblers, Rocking Horses, Rumble Ponies, Stud Muffins, and Timber Jockeys. This decision to rebrand the team came from new owner John Hughes, a Georgia resident with a background in military sales to foreign governments.
The choice to move away from the well-established Binghamton Mets name, which had been in place since 1992, was met with skepticism and criticism from the community. Some fans felt that the new options presented were lackluster and uninspired, with social media responses poking fun at the rebranding effort. Despite the backlash, the team ultimately adopted the name Binghamton Rumble Ponies for their 2017 season and it has remained in place ever since.
