TOLEDO, Ohio - The University of Toledo Athletic Department has agreed to a multi-year exclusive partnership with Nike, beginning on July 1.
The deal will see Nike becoming the official athletic footware, apparel, accessory and equipment brand for all 16 of Toledo's varsity sports through the 2022-2023 season.
"We are very pleased to be teaming up with Nike for all of our sports," said UT Vice President and Athletic Director Mike O'Brien. "Nike is one of the most recognizable and innovative brands in the world, so we feel this partnership will be very beneficial for our program. Partnering with Nike will also create a consistent brand for our Athletic Department. Many of our student-athletes have told me that they are very excited to be wearing the swoosh on their uniforms, shoes and other apparel."
The university will being rolling out Nike-branded apparel for football and other sports in the coming weeks.