Barons to become Nike club in 2008

From OCBarons.com

The South Jersey Barons have entered into an agreement with Nike and Ewing Sports to be the official partner and apparel supplier for the club. Fans will be introduced to the new look this summer when the Ocean City Barons Premier Development League (PDL) team will debut the new kits on May 11 when they host the Newark Ironbound Express at Carey Stadium at 7:30 p.m.

After the PDL team’s season concludes in August, the rest of the Barons organization will be wearing "the swoosh" on their jerseys, bags, and shirts.

"It was a club-wide decision that we should seek the best uniforms available to match the success the club has seen over the years, said Ocean City Barons general manager Neil Holloway. "As a club, we have never been stronger, so becoming a Nike club was a natural step."

The organization have signed a four-year deal with Nike, who will replace Hummell as the club’s apparel brand. Ewing Sports, who have been servicing the soccer community for over 20 years, will help facilitate that relationship.

Nike will also promote the South Jersey Barons internally for access to other partner functions, including Premier Club events where appropriate, and will assist the Barons with access to Nike partners and promote synergies between Mid-Atlantic clubs.

"I think this is a product of the club’s continued success and growth on and off the field," said Cliff Simmons, the South Jersey Barons Youth Club President. "This arrangement will not only provide us with a greater variety of equipment and apparel but also give us access to additional competition and exposure for our players. It is an exciting time for the club and we are happy to share the excitement with a worldwide brand such as Nike."

The Barons join an impressive list of clubs around the globe who display the Nike logo on their jerseys, such as the United States and Brazilian national teams, Manchester United, Arsenal, Barcelona, Juventus, Inter Milan, and Celtic.