Northwestern Unveils New Football Uniforms

By Chuck Sudo in News on Jul 26, 2012 10:00PM

Northwestern University unveiled its new Under Armour-designed football uniforms Thursday. The major change to the uniform is a horizontal stripe across the jersey which, along with other design details, is supposed to reflect the Evanston university’s identity. (Not to mention the stripe makes the offensive line look bigger.)

Here’s the explanation for the new design from the press release.

”The new Northwestern uniforms reflect a fusion of innovation and tradition, providing players with state-of-the-art technology while celebrating the University's football heritage. The focal point of the jersey is a prominent stripe, a symbol of the University's football legacy that recognizes the school as the originator of this design element. Known throughout the football community as the "Northwestern Stripe," this feature will be integrated throughout the entire athletic program, ensuring that each of the 19 sports teams has a unique look but is united by a common thread.

“The uniforms incorporate a unique design aesthetic, taking inspiration from the different elements of the Northwestern campus, including the gothic-style architecture and intricate stonework. These details are strategically woven into the uniform through the font style and numeral design, adding intricate details to the prominent Northwestern stripe across the jersey. The uniforms will be complete with baselayer, gloves and footwear that all coordinate with the home and away uniforms.”

Here’s a video from NU athletics explaining the change.