Early Days (1920s-40s):

The earliest helmets were leather with maroon ear flaps and stripes, reflecting the school's colors.

✦ Transition to white leather shells with a single maroon stripe down the center emerged in the 40s.

The Maroon Era (1950s-70s):

✦ Bold shift to full maroon shells with a white stripe in the 50s, solidifying the team's iconic identity.

✦ Variations included gray facemasks and the addition of the "Tm" logo in the 60s and 70s.

Experimentation and Tradition (1970s-Present):

✦ A brief experiment with white shells and maroon stripes in 1978 was quickly abandoned due to fan disapproval.

✦ The classic maroon and white scheme returns, becoming the primary helmet design.

✦ Alternate helmets introduced in recent years, featuring camo patterns, matte finishes, and special decals for specific games.