Ohio Athletics Announces Five-Year Apparel Partnership with Nike
10/2/2026 10:00:00 AM | General
ATHENS, OHIO – Ohio Athletics announced a five-year partnership agreement with Nike and BSN SPORTS to serve as the Bobcats official apparel, uniform, equipment, and accessories provider. Nike, a leading global sports brand, will exclusively outfit all 16 athletic programs beginning in July 2027.
"Ohio Athletics is thrilled to enter into a new agreement with Nike. This premier partnership will further strengthen the Bobcat brand." said Director of Athletics Slade Larscheid. "We are extremely proud to join the Nike family and truly excited for our student-athletes, coaches, fans, and alumni. Nike is the industry leader in sports apparel, performance, style, and innovation. Additionally, the level of service and engagement with BSN SPORTS is a game-changer for our teams."
The new agreement will provide Ohio University fans and alumni with the best footwear, uniforms, and apparel that allows them to proudly wear the iconic Nike swoosh.
"This partnership is especially meaningful to me," said Todd Northrop, SVP of Collegiate & Pro Select at BSN SPORTS. "This is where it all started for me in the industry. Having built many of my early relationships in Ohio, I have long admired the pride and passion that define this community and am thrilled to welcome Ohio University into the BSN SPORTS family. Ohio University is exactly the kind of institution we are proud to partner with, and Slade Larscheid's leadership and vision for Bobcat Athletics make this an exciting opportunity. Alongside Nike, we look forward to delivering a best-in-class experience for Ohio student-athletes, coaches, fans, and the entire Bobcat community."
About BSN SPORTS
BSN SPORTS is a leading distributor and manufacturer of sporting goods apparel and equipment that serves more than 1,100 collegiate partners nationwide. With a focus on game-changing partnerships, one of the widest selections of private and leading brands, and a one-stop-shop model, BSN SPORTS has helped elevate team sports participation for more than 150,000 teams and organizations nationally at all levels of competition since 1972. For more information, visit BSNSPORTS.com.
"Ohio Athletics is thrilled to enter into a new agreement with Nike. This premier partnership will further strengthen the Bobcat brand." said Director of Athletics Slade Larscheid. "We are extremely proud to join the Nike family and truly excited for our student-athletes, coaches, fans, and alumni. Nike is the industry leader in sports apparel, performance, style, and innovation. Additionally, the level of service and engagement with BSN SPORTS is a game-changer for our teams."
The new agreement will provide Ohio University fans and alumni with the best footwear, uniforms, and apparel that allows them to proudly wear the iconic Nike swoosh.
"This partnership is especially meaningful to me," said Todd Northrop, SVP of Collegiate & Pro Select at BSN SPORTS. "This is where it all started for me in the industry. Having built many of my early relationships in Ohio, I have long admired the pride and passion that define this community and am thrilled to welcome Ohio University into the BSN SPORTS family. Ohio University is exactly the kind of institution we are proud to partner with, and Slade Larscheid's leadership and vision for Bobcat Athletics make this an exciting opportunity. Alongside Nike, we look forward to delivering a best-in-class experience for Ohio student-athletes, coaches, fans, and the entire Bobcat community."
About BSN SPORTS
BSN SPORTS is a leading distributor and manufacturer of sporting goods apparel and equipment that serves more than 1,100 collegiate partners nationwide. With a focus on game-changing partnerships, one of the widest selections of private and leading brands, and a one-stop-shop model, BSN SPORTS has helped elevate team sports participation for more than 150,000 teams and organizations nationally at all levels of competition since 1972. For more information, visit BSNSPORTS.com.
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