Wednesday, March 24, 2010

UCF Joins Prestigious List of NIKE Schools

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ORLANDO, Fla. (UCFAthletics.com) - When the UCF Knights suit up to play in 2010-11, they will be wearing one of the world's most prestigious sports logos - the NIKE "Swoosh."

UCF Director of Athletics Keith Tribble announced today a partnership with NIKE beginning July 1, 2010. The agreement will outfit each of the Knights' 16 intercollegiate sports teams and more than 450 student-athletes in NIKE footwear, uniforms, practice gear and equipment.

"We are very excited about our new partnership with NIKE," Tribble said. "Most importantly, our student-athletes will be thrilled to wear the NIKE brand. We look forward to a long relationship with NIKE."

NIKE director of sports marketing Kit Morris said "NIKE is excited to become the official supplier of athletic footwear, apparel and equipment for the Knights, and we especially look forward to outfitting all of UCF's student-athletes and coaches from its 16 sports programs."

For the latest news on the Knights, log on to www.UCFAthletics.com - the official site for UCF varsity sports. The site, which also contains ticket and Golden Knights Club donor information, is also the home of UCF's new online apparel store. Also visit www.UCFPhotos.com, the exclusive fan source for UCF action sports pictures.