Under Armour Unveils First Wasps Kit
Wasps has revealed its first kit since the club signed a new multi-year partnership with Under Armour back in May.
Under Armour began its support as official technical partner of Wasps in July, with the club becoming the first Aviva Premiership rugby club to wear technical apparel designed by the brand.
The home kit features Wasps’ traditional black and gold colours, with white and gold Wasps’ chosen away colours for the new season.
Check out a behind the scenes video of the launch at Sport Industry TV.
James Haskell, Wasps and England flanker, said: “The new kit is fantastic. The build quality is great, it looks good and we’re all looking forward to wearing it this season.
“I’ve got good experience of working with Under Armour and know that it will give the guys added confidence walking onto the pitch, knowing we have the best product available. We’ll be training hard to make sure our performances are equally impressive.”
In addition to match day kits, Under Armour will provide performance training apparel to the Wasps first team and academy squads, all of which will feature Under Armour signature technologies, enabling peak performance in all weather conditions. This includes sweat-wicking HeatGear fabric to help keep players cool and dry and ArmourGrid technology for light, durable strength.
Chris Bate, VP and managing director Europe at Under Armour, commented: “The launch of one of our most cutting-edge kit ranges to date will ensure Wasps’ athletes can perform at the highest level every time they run out onto the pitch.
“We’re excited to be supporting one of the most prolific rugby union teams in the sport’s history, with Wasps’ heritage and values aligning perfectly with Under Armour.”
Luke Organ, group commercial director, Wasps, added: “Working with Under Armour has been hugely exciting, not only from a brand position, but also from a technical garment position. Under Armour’s focus on performance is unrelenting and their attention to detail has been incredible. I’m sure our Wasps fans will be as impressed as our playing staff when they see the shirts.”
