FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contender Uniforms Named Exclusive Apparel Partner of the NCLL Men’s Collegiate Lacrosse League
Replaces Powell Lacrosse as Official Sponsor
[Annapolis, MD] — [July 28, 2025] — Contender Uniforms, a rising leader in performance uniforms and custom team apparel, is proud to announce a landmark partnership with the National College Lacrosse League (NCLL). Effective immediately, Contender Uniforms will serve as the exclusive apparel sponsor for the NCLL men’s collegiate club lacrosse league, replacing former sponsor Powell Lacrosse.
This multi-year agreement solidifies Contender Uniform’s commitment to growing the sport of lacrosse at the collegiate club level while delivering high-quality, custom-designed uniforms and gear to more than 100 NCLL member programs across the country.
“We’re incredibly excited to partner with the NCLL,” said Marc Whynock, Managing Partner and Co-owner of Contender Uniforms. “Our mission has always been to elevate the athlete’s experience through top-tier apparel, and there’s no better stage than college club lacrosse. The NCLL is a breeding ground for passion, grit, and tradition — values we live by.”
The NCLL, one of the largest and most competitive collegiate club lacrosse leagues in the United States, sees thousands of student-athletes competing annually. The partnership will provide NCLL teams with exclusive access to custom-designed uniforms, team gear, and fan merchandise through a streamlined digital ordering platform, enhanced customer support, and team-specific branding packages.
“We thank Powell Lacrosse for their previous partnership and welcome Contender Uniforms as we enter a new era,” said Jamie McNealey, President of the NCLL. “This partnership brings innovation, creativity, and a fresh energy to our league and our student-athletes.”
The collaboration will include a league-wide apparel rollout for the upcoming season, digital activations, on-campus team events, and an exclusive NCLL Championship Collection to be unveiled during postseason play.
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About Contender Uniforms
Contender Uniforms is a custom uniform and apparel company serving high school, collegiate, club programs, and corporate partners nationwide. Known for its innovative designs, fast turnaround, and athlete-first approach, Contender Uniforms delivers bold gear that helps teams play and look their best.
About the NCLL
The National College Lacrosse League is a nationwide men’s collegiate club lacrosse league featuring over 100 programs across multiple divisions. Focused on affordability, accessibility, and high-level competition, the NCLL offers student-athletes the chance to compete, lead, and grow through the sport of lacrosse.
Contender Uniforms is proud to have partnered with PAL Baseball in Annapolis, Maryland, to create high-quality custom baseball uniforms for their players. Known for our dedication to craftsmanship and exceptional customer service, we worked closely with the league to design uniforms that not only look great but also provide the durability and comfort players need on the field.
