Do You Want A New Apparel Provider For SC When The Under Armour Deal Ends?
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It is coming: Someone I know that is a sports rep said that UA is struggling more than folks realize. He said that Nike is making so much in other areas that they are able to invade the HS world. They offer rebates and percentages off of stuff sold to HS, but it gets more of the brand out.
Some football players that I know that have worn both have liked the fit of the Nike jersey better. However, if you keep up with MLB, you can see all kinds of articles about player complaints about the cheap feel of the new Nike jersey.
That said, I much prefer UA clothing and tote/bookbags over Nike. Quite frankly, the UA black unis look really good. Shoes… I tend to stay away from both; UA isn’t comfortable and Nike is overpriced for what you get.
I do believe that UA put up a good battle in the beginning, but I do think we are seeing the end of their influence.
Some football players that I know that have worn both have liked the fit of the Nike jersey better. However, if you keep up with MLB, you can see all kinds of articles about player complaints about the cheap feel of the new Nike jersey.
That said, I much prefer UA clothing and tote/bookbags over Nike. Quite frankly, the UA black unis look really good. Shoes… I tend to stay away from both; UA isn’t comfortable and Nike is overpriced for what you get.
I do believe that UA put up a good battle in the beginning, but I do think we are seeing the end of their influence.
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I understand the founder of UA has taken back day-to-day management of the company. I've heard about quality issues with the shoes and that wearing them gives rise to injuries, but I've never owned any. If this is the issue more than money, maybe the founder can get a handle on it.
Who the hell cares what YOU think about tote/book bags...? Are you serious? Take your butt back to your Tupperware party.
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My favorite shoes: Hoka & Asecs
My favorite Athletic Wear: Addidas for workouts & Nike Dress Shorts & Shirts for casual evenings out.
My favorite tote/Backpack: Nike
My favorite hats: Nike Golf Hats/Sun Visors
My favorite Wear for Cold winter Nites out: Adidas Joggers with Carolina & UT sweatshirts w/mock neck
I guess for me, it's a cross between Addidas and Nike. I can't compromise on shoes as Hoka and Asces are the best runners and hikers for me.
One thing I give Nike credit for was coming up with Men's athletic pants and shorts that are business casual. I never wear a suit anymore so it's business casual for me all the way. I've never lost a client or a deal when dressed in athletic wear. LOL
My favorite Athletic Wear: Addidas for workouts & Nike Dress Shorts & Shirts for casual evenings out.
My favorite tote/Backpack: Nike
My favorite hats: Nike Golf Hats/Sun Visors
My favorite Wear for Cold winter Nites out: Adidas Joggers with Carolina & UT sweatshirts w/mock neck
I guess for me, it's a cross between Addidas and Nike. I can't compromise on shoes as Hoka and Asces are the best runners and hikers for me.
One thing I give Nike credit for was coming up with Men's athletic pants and shorts that are business casual. I never wear a suit anymore so it's business casual for me all the way. I've never lost a client or a deal when dressed in athletic wear. LOL
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No such thing as business-casual shorts. Whatever works for your business, but that's just casual.
Nike Chino golf shorts I wear to business meetings, with polo shirts, never had a problem...it's business casual for me...
Don't like UA. The golf/knit shirts look like a barber smock.
When does the UA contract expire? I really don't have a preference in what apparel company we use, but I know I'm ready for a refresh on the football uniforms. I haven't been fan of these since we started wearing them.
I believe at the end of June 2026. But can start negotiations with others starting July 2025.
Doesn't make any difference to me. UA, Nike, Adidas, Russell, Hutch, Spyder, Descente, North Face, Hurley, Hooey, Cinch, Sitka, whatever. If the clothing meets our coaches' standards, who am I to disagree? For the rest of us, they are just fashion brands any way.
I like Under Armour and always have. I think it's cool to not be one of many Nike schools.
I always heard that UA cleets caused a lot of injuries. I wonder if there is a stat on injuries using UA equipment vs the others. If there is then I'm for dumping UA.
That's the issue with Nike - they don't pay out and their customer service for the department is atrocious. Nike believes that schools are lucky to wear their gear. UA pays a lot, because that's what you have to do to overcome the strangle hold Nike has.
Adidas is stradling the line. They still pay bigger departments, but not as much as UA because they have a decent market share.
ANYONE WHO CAN BE CONSISTENT IN MATCHING THE CORRECT GARNET COLOR!!!!
Hate wearing a Shirt and a Hat and them be nowhere near the same damn color...
Hate wearing a Shirt and a Hat and them be nowhere near the same damn color...
I give a hell, you don’t have to. Didn’t ask your opinion, don’t need it.
When I fly, I take my UA book bag as my personal item and my duffel/tote as my carry on. They have held up much better than my Nike stuff.
Love the UA back pack that my children gave me for Christmas. I use it as a brief case and it's high quality. Never tried the shoes. Not a fan of "plastic" polos from any of the brands. Cotton or bust for me ( I know that makes me an old man!). I've had a couple of football jerseys to wear for our annual church "turkey bowl" and they seem great. We finally have "classic" Carolina Football uniforms and I hope we'll stick with them regardless. I wouldn't care too much about a switch, but I think UA probably gets a bad wrap in terms of quality. I do like the look of Nike basketball shoes much better - and if we could get them to wear the same color....