BRONX, N.Y.- Effective July 1, 2023, Fordham and Nike will enter into a multiyear partnership that will outfit the Rams in the latest footwear, apparel and accessories from the world's premier athletic brand.
"Nike's reputation for success and innovation is unrivaled," said Athletic Director Ed Kull. "We're thrilled to be entering into this partnership with Nike. Our student-athletes, coaches, administrators and fans will all benefit from our renewed relationship with such a peerless institution."
Nike and Fordham will join together at a time when the Rams have been highly successful on the fields of competition. Since 2010, Fordham has won 16 Atlantic 10 Championships. In addition, the Fordham football team has made three appearances in the NCAA Division I FCS Football Championship, including this past season after a record-setting year on the gridiron. Additionally, the Fordham water polo team has recorded back-to-back conference titles and NCAA Tournament appearances.
The forthcoming partnership between Fordham and Nike was established with the assistance of Turba Sports.
About Fordham Athletics:
Headquartered on the University's scenic Rose Hill Campus in the Bronx, Fordham Athletics has enjoyed more than a century of intercollegiate success. The University sponsors 22 varsity athletic squads, whose rosters feature more than 500 student-athletes from around the world. In addition to their on-field accomplishments, these talented young individuals outperform the general student population in terms of grade point average, retention rate and graduation rate.
About Nike:
NIKE, Inc., based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly owned NIKE, Inc. subsidiary brands include Converse, which designs, distributes and licenses casual sneakers, apparel and accessories; and Hurley, which designs and distributes a line of action sports and youth lifestyle apparel and accessories. For more information, available on the Internet at investors.nike.com and individuals can follow @Nike.
