Adidas, always fiercely defensive of its three stripe design, has filed suit against sporting goods store “Big 5 Sporting Goods” (which, if you haven’t heard of, is a west coast chain) for a shoe by World Industries which they claim infringes on their design, with three stripes of its own.
Month: May 2012
Jay-Z says vintage subway signs inspired new Brooklyn Nets logo
Jay-Z, hip-hop mogul and part-owner of the NBA’s Brooklyn Nets, sat down with MTV yesterday and explained his inspiration when designing the new logo and uniforms of the Nets, unveiled last month. Said Jay, “I wanted to make it really classic and strong; a throwback to Brooklyn and what we’re
NY Giants Add “Ring” App; now you can be a Super Bowl Champion too!
I love this new age of technology – heck, without it, I wouldn’t have this job – but sometimes, something is just sparkly enough to stand out from the crowd. In the spirit of total – and I mean TOTAL – interaction with their fans (and as a great means
The Making of an On-Field MLB Jersey
Majestic Athletic, the on-field provider of all Major League Baseball jerseys has posted an interesting look at the process of making an authentic on-field MLB jersey.
Marlins Debut New Orange Cap with Home Uniform
The Miami Marlins last night debuted their “red-orange” (it doesn’t look red to me) cap paired with their home white uniform. The Marlins also wore “red-orange” undershirts and socks with the cap to complete the “red-orange” and white look.
Texas Rangers 2012 Throwback Jersey Schedule
The Texas Rangers are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their move from Washington to Texas during the 2012 season by wearing uniforms throughout their history. We’ve finally gotten ahold of the schedule and the uniforms that will be worn for each game, so mark your calendars – and if you’re
Angels and Rangers in 1972 Throwbacks
The Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Angels turned back the clock 40 years earlier this afternoon as part of a 40th anniversary celebration of the Rangers’ inaugural season in Texas. Both teams wore uniforms modelled after designs used in 1972 by the (then California) Angels and Rangers and both teams did a
Redskins Unveil 80th Anniversary Throwbacks
The Washington Redskins today unveiled their new alternate throwback jerseys for the upcoming 2012 National Football League season. Based off of the uniforms worn by the Redskins’ first season in Washington in 1937, the new uniforms are a part of the franchises 80th anniversary celebrations. They will be worn for
Possible New Arkansas Football Uniforms?
Arkansas may be releasing new football uniforms soon. As reported by Arkansas Times reporter @SonofConway Looks to be choices of white or red helmet, gradient numbers, and a black alternate. Think these are legit? Will they be announced? If so, do you even like them?
Rutgers New Uniforms With Distressing – PICS
On May 1st, Rutgers University of New Jersey announced its new uniforms for the 2012 season. Three separate sets of jerseys, pants, and helmets were shown in a press release. The hallmark of this new uniform is the new helmet. Moving away from their previous red helmet, they showed a
Notre Dame shows off New Cleats for Game in Ireland
The Notre Dame equipment manager tweeted a photo of the Ireland flag-inspired cleats that the team will be wearing for their game against Navy in Dublin for the 2012 season opener. Is this a fitting tribute or tacky?
Toronto Maple Leafs Register Centennial Logo
Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, Ltd., the group who owns the Toronto Maple Leafs, last month filed a trademark registration with the Canadian Intellectual Property Office for a centennial “Leafs Nation” logo to be used throughout 2017 (application number 1568062 – look it up for yourself). This logo has yet