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Russell's school colors are Chicago maroon and white. Gold was added in later as a trim color but has become prominent over time.

The mascot Red Devil came about from the early part of the 20th century and the railroad workers. During the winter months as boats would travel up and down the Ohio River the fires from along the railroad yards could be seen with the railroad workers huddled around them to keep warm. In the glow of the fires it was said look at those Red Devils.

I learned that in 8th grade civics from Mr. Dave Collins. I think that is most of it. The city of Russell was almost named Rail City.

Either Bill Vallance or Tracy Edwards told me that story in middle school. I seem to remember one of them saying that the reason Russell is maroon instead of red is because of a mix up when the school ordered new uniforms during the early years of the football program. They received maroon jerseys instead of the red ones they ordered, but the school liked them so much they decided to keep them. Not 100% sure on that, but that's what I remember.