Under Armour Secures Exclusive Apparel Rights at Ripken Nationals
Under Armour has been named exclusive performance apparel partner for Ripken Nationals qualifiers and championship, as well as a range of Unrivaled Flag football events. The agreement includes a Road to Ripken content series and outfits athletes at marquee events, boosting Under Armour's visibility among youth sports participants.
1. Partnership Overview
Under Armour and Unrivaled Sports announced a strategic collaboration to enhance youth sports programming through integrated brand activations and athlete-first experiences. The partnership includes co-branded initiatives such as the Road to Ripken Nationals content series, designed to showcase team journeys and amplify fan engagement.
2. Apparel Rights and Activations
Under Armour secured exclusive performance apparel rights for all Ripken Nationals qualifiers and championship events, as well as premier Unrivaled Flag football competitions. This agreement outfits participants with Under Armour gear and features branded experiences like post-game press conferences and live-streamed content highlights.
3. Business Impact
By aligning with Unrivaled Sports, Under Armour will engage hundreds of thousands of youth athletes and families nationwide, driving brand visibility in a key growth segment. The collaboration is expected to strengthen Under Armour's market position in youth sports, potentially increasing apparel sales and long-term customer loyalty.