Nike will outfit Duke University, Gonzaga University, The University of Memphis, Michigan State University and University of Oregon in customized Nike Pro Combat, which the company said is ergonomically designed to provide basketball-specific protective padding without restricting mobility on the court for maximum performance.
Nike is unveiling this special edition Nike Pro Combat visual color scheme that is custom designed for each school beginning for their conference tournament.
For the first time ever, these five schools will also wear Nike Aerographic jerseys during their respective conference tournaments and run for the national championship.
The Aerographic jerseys debuted on the USA Senior National Team during the 2008 Olympic Games. An exclusively designed “We the People” graphic, inspired by USA's rich history, was showcased on the back of the jersey.
The five NCAA team jerseys are designed to reflect the unique identity of each university. These design patterns allow more ventilation in the burn-out mesh application.
Gonzaga University: The spiked collar of Gonzagas bulldog mascot inspired the circular spiked design while the schools commitment to rise to the occasion led to a symbol of prosperity running vertically at the top. “Go Zags” is the designs centerpiece.
The University of Memphis: Dynamic tiger stripes representing the boldness of the mascot inspire this jersey design. The teams “refuse to lose” quote is abbreviated and included at the center of this design.
Michigan State University: Spartan battle armor inspired the dynamic pattern running throughout this jersey while the Michigan State logo forms the foundation. An ancient Greek shield design surrounds the Michigan State logo.
University of Oregon: Grid pattern detail throughout represents the trusses in the roof on U of Os Mac Court while the beams of the roof run vertically. The iconic Oregon “O” is the designs centerpiece.