Starting this August, NCAA schools, including UCLA, can feature commercial logos on uniforms and equipment, opening new revenue opportunities for college athletics programs.
LOS ANGELES -- The NCAA has approved a new rule allowing schools to add commercial sponsorship logos to uniforms, apparel, and equipment, beginning Aug. 1, 2026. Under the measure approved by the Division I Cabinet, programs can feature up to two sponsor logos (each no larger than four inches) on uniforms and apparel, plus one additional logo on equipment during preseason and regular-season competitions.
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For UCLA Athletics, this change could create significant new revenue opportunities across multiple sports programs. While official NCAA championships still prohibit sponsorship logos on team uniforms, the NCAA is exploring future possibilities in collaboration with corporate marketing and media partners.
College football programs, however, are not bound by this restriction, as the College Football Playoff is not considered an official NCAA championship. That means UCLA football could wear sponsor logos in postseason games, potentially increasing exposure and sponsorship value for the program.
This change arrives amid a growing trend of monetization in college athletics. With revenue-sharing agreements now in effect for student-athletes, sponsorship patches on uniforms and gear offer programs another source of funding to support facilities, travel, and other athletic initiatives.
The NCAA rule mirrors what professional sports leagues have been doing for years, allowing both local businesses and multinational brands to attach their logos to team apparel and equipment.
For UCLA, the next six months are crucial to securing sponsorship deals and designing uniforms that balance tradition with commercial appeal. Athletic departments will need to carefully select which partnerships align with the university’s brand and values, while also maximizing revenue potential.
Programs such as UCLA basketball, football, and Olympic sports could each benefit from strategically placed sponsorships, giving the Bruins a chance to expand financial resources while maintaining a competitive edge.
As college sports continue to evolve, sponsorship logos on uniforms may become a common sight, reflecting both the business side of athletics and the growing opportunities for schools like UCLA to generate revenue in a rapidly changing landscape.
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