The colors of the Atlantic Coast Conference's team. The official colors of Duke are Duke Blue and White. The athletics squad is known as the Blue Devils. Duke has been known to change its uniforms from time to time. Current coach David Cutcliffe had this to say about the team's colors: "I think everybody knows what blue and white are. We try to mix it up every year on our helmets and jerseys with some kind of twist." When Duke first began playing football in 1896, the players were dressed in black suits with white shirts. They were also known as the Black Cats until around 1910 when they changed their name to the Blue Devils. Since then, they have gone through several color changes - most recently from gray to black - but have always returned to Duke Blue and White. Cutcliffe says that during game days, fans can expect to see "a lot of blue" everywhere you look. He also notes that there are many ways to be a Devil - on the field, in the stands, and even in the parking lot. "We want everyone enjoying themselves - students, alumni, fans - because that's what college football is all about," he says.