Nike Unveils Manchester United Away Kit for 2013-14 Season

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt7mlY8pXi6B4Y_s65uxSULZVIzemKfb3nVjUz22BIqE_THg4ifnLMQ2imXX1NDJa3Sd6OLi3YS4ThSXyfarueaFGPWjdcBNuZI_teSe4eNIbB6uylU_w7BFSe3FpFWzx_NPWCyBpE0uA/s1600/manchester-united-away-kit-2013-14-e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjt7mlY8pXi6B4Y_s65uxSULZVIzemKfb3nVjUz22BIqE_THg4ifnLMQ2imXX1NDJa3Sd6OLi3YS4ThSXyfarueaFGPWjdcBNuZI_teSe4eNIbB6uylU_w7BFSe3FpFWzx_NPWCyBpE0uA/s640/manchester-united-away-kit-2013-14-e.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.manutd.com/" target="_blank">Manchester United</a> will play in a new away kit this season boasting the iconic gingham check from the city’s industrial <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manchester_United_F.C.#History" target="_blank">heritage</a>.</span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihtTSSqFp6ReELw0FpmkI3qn75EDhg_QBsjQfzCZ5YmpUT77_qIPm0vj5wuCduQZ85hv3agsakPMiu3avzbUOQo0dRpBsIvZn6JZVyiT6LvAMUzaQwm2jlslVgtZdFMSw5ApFpHlzW7rQ/s1600/manchester-united-away-kit-2013-14-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihtTSSqFp6ReELw0FpmkI3qn75EDhg_QBsjQfzCZ5YmpUT77_qIPm0vj5wuCduQZ85hv3agsakPMiu3avzbUOQo0dRpBsIvZn6JZVyiT6LvAMUzaQwm2jlslVgtZdFMSw5ApFpHlzW7rQ/s640/manchester-united-away-kit-2013-14-a.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The <a href="https://prosoccer.co.za/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=60_61_62" target="_blank">new away shirt</a>, unveiled during the club’s pre-season tour in Japan at Osaka Castle, features the gingham used on last season’s <a href="https://prosoccer.co.za/shop/index.php?route=product/product&path=60_61_62&product_id=238" target="_blank">home shirt</a> with a bigger, bolder design.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><div class="p1"><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The shirt’s large black-and-midnight navy gingham checks represent Manchester’s proud industrial past when the check was produced in the city’s booming cotton mills in the 18th century.</span></span></div><div class="p1"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4BqeEsd4DeQjnAR-JAkEE-BHC_nTx1PUAeim00V9mIRJRLvJ83i3UFCkcbvo8UGlksN9dCNjpaFwC9qtJi5GHwd_-2Gh7j7lXllgBVIB3b0kknLmLbu7o32DB7mEz-kKX4qc6JpE1i4M/s1600/manchester-united-away-kit-2013-14-c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4BqeEsd4DeQjnAR-JAkEE-BHC_nTx1PUAeim00V9mIRJRLvJ83i3UFCkcbvo8UGlksN9dCNjpaFwC9qtJi5GHwd_-2Gh7j7lXllgBVIB3b0kknLmLbu7o32DB7mEz-kKX4qc6JpE1i4M/s640/manchester-united-away-kit-2013-14-c.jpg" width="466" /></a></div><div class="p1"><br /></div><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">It features a black crew neck collar and a white woven devil from the United club crest inside the back of the neck. </span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOUtHzg6x60wFV_Yk3f24agjIe63-8LGJjpjDFD3feQfvOk6v8DJakc_SE1-7KNPhGTcmuI2hnqA2iZ6Wqxodb2TeMpAy-IYNqyj3K7hyphenhypheny_EbkP7XR1ECfyZ5A8S6UokcW2E51uHIk08Y/s1600/manchester-united-away-kit-2013-14-e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOUtHzg6x60wFV_Yk3f24agjIe63-8LGJjpjDFD3feQfvOk6v8DJakc_SE1-7KNPhGTcmuI2hnqA2iZ6Wqxodb2TeMpAy-IYNqyj3K7hyphenhypheny_EbkP7XR1ECfyZ5A8S6UokcW2E51uHIk08Y/s640/manchester-united-away-kit-2013-14-e.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The club crest at the heart of the jersey is an embroidered monochromatic midnight navy and white.</span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0ipWKsTFHaau0RtwoThMhB8T8xAA4kQxrUssF9lxdOXVEHnOiG3fFHZOkDMnTtWhPg_2xfzKDJYfWf7MzJXH7GcfSLBcU_RqF5N65qBLbKHkq9M7VfUeLaz7xjhBv0DEwXSD1PI3XIeE/s1600/manchester-united-away-kit-2013-14-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0ipWKsTFHaau0RtwoThMhB8T8xAA4kQxrUssF9lxdOXVEHnOiG3fFHZOkDMnTtWhPg_2xfzKDJYfWf7MzJXH7GcfSLBcU_RqF5N65qBLbKHkq9M7VfUeLaz7xjhBv0DEwXSD1PI3XIeE/s640/manchester-united-away-kit-2013-14-b.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">The new away shorts are midnight navy with a thin navy blue stripe on the back hem, and the away socks are navy blue with a white stripe between two black stripes, along with the traditional United bar design.</span></span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The new kit showcases <a href="http://www.nike.com/" target="_blank">Nike's</a> commitment to aiding the performance of players with key technological benefits:</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">RECYCLED POLYESTER</span></span></h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kit is made from recycled polyester as part of Nike’s commitment to produce performance apparel with reduced environmental impact. The shirt and shorts of each kit are made from up to thirteen recycled plastic water bottles.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">In the pioneering process, plastic bottles are chopped into flakes, then melted down to form yarn that is spun into fabric, reducing energy consumption by up to 30 percent compared to manufacturing virgin polyester.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Since 2010, Nike has diverted more than 1.1 billion plastic bottles from landfill through the use of recycled polyester.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">FABRIC AND NIKE DRI-FIT</span></span></h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kit weighs just 150 grams, 23 percent lighter than previous Nike kits. It also boasts a 20 percent stronger knit structure and significantly improved stretch.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The fabric uses Nike Dri-FIT technology to draw sweat away from the body through the fabric where it can evaporate, to keep players cool and dry.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Ventilation zones, consisting of tiny laser-cut holes, feature under the arms on both sides, as well as at the shorts waistband, to allow additional comfort and cooling. A mesh panel across the entire back increases air circulation.<br /><br /><br />Buy this jersey online at <a href="https://www.prosoccer.co.za/" target="_blank">www.prosoccer.co.za</a></span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></span>

Nike Unveils Manchester United Away Kit for 2013-14 Season

  Manchester United will play in a new away kit this season boasting the iconic gingham check from the city’s industrial heritage . The ne...

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Nike and Manchester City Reveal Away Kit for Upcoming Season

<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQyrdjsl4JpAW5JYybUigRzv1h9aKRD182Q7ARU15ht9ifeAH4SMTUJIGLhA4LWpIX2mltO731TtnAD92FJ5DEJH5jFz4YXGLxoLtW99gBPmoqUUvuxYgkuxSK2AIv6FWO71EeSEKNgTc/s1600/SuFa13_FB_WE_ClubKit_ManCity_Away_Milner_RGB_detail.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQyrdjsl4JpAW5JYybUigRzv1h9aKRD182Q7ARU15ht9ifeAH4SMTUJIGLhA4LWpIX2mltO731TtnAD92FJ5DEJH5jFz4YXGLxoLtW99gBPmoqUUvuxYgkuxSK2AIv6FWO71EeSEKNgTc/s640/SuFa13_FB_WE_ClubKit_ManCity_Away_Milner_RGB_detail.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">For the 2013-14 season <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manchester_city" target="_blank">Manchester City</a> will play in a new Nike-designed away kit that honors the club's <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manchester_city#History" target="_blank">history </a>and founding fathers. The club unveiled the kit today in Hong Kong as part of its pre-season tour.</span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpaczP30uzfiMEdNwCZCUio3WhJBIH4Ppu_twEcwN9EvoxFbSd4qBtzh_kr0CDxsg1LP0bM_CnZLqOFOa2yw074e6OY2iwjRDM2Fq5_aCa-p-fHB6-AyPec2f-tCgbQ0XmO6IHoUHhw04/s1600/Fa13_Su13_FB_Stadium_Manchester_City_Away_Crest_C_detail.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpaczP30uzfiMEdNwCZCUio3WhJBIH4Ppu_twEcwN9EvoxFbSd4qBtzh_kr0CDxsg1LP0bM_CnZLqOFOa2yw074e6OY2iwjRDM2Fq5_aCa-p-fHB6-AyPec2f-tCgbQ0XmO6IHoUHhw04/s640/Fa13_Su13_FB_Stadium_Manchester_City_Away_Crest_C_detail.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">  </span></span><br /> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">City was founded as <a href="http://www.mcfc.com/The-Club/City-in-the-Community" target="_blank">St Mark’s</a> in 1880 before becoming <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gorton" target="_blank">Gorton </a>AFC in 1884, and then <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1892%E2%80%9393_Ardwick_A.F.C._season" target="_blank">Ardwick </a>AFC between 1887 and 1894. <span style="line-height: 1.6em;">The new City away shirt has a subtle half-and-half design, a graphic element that reflects Ardwick AFC's design in the 1890-91 season. The colors</span><span style="line-height: 1.6em;"> represent Gorton AFC, who played in black.</span></span></span><br /> <span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 1.6em;"> </span></span></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix0tpVnA6Q1-I_Z9dDcSBiWse-4q78_kWjzgovx9Fk3yT8s1Izl5Nth6hyuLc5Vx6cTyxSOHeksw4CMLOWf50BGWDFyYRjr6_WO4ZSBWz55kTffcVAndDc9R-gDtaoXpB0D1jbqP9V7_w/s1600/Fa13_Su13_FB_Stadium_Manchester_City_Away_Jersey_C_detail.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix0tpVnA6Q1-I_Z9dDcSBiWse-4q78_kWjzgovx9Fk3yT8s1Izl5Nth6hyuLc5Vx6cTyxSOHeksw4CMLOWf50BGWDFyYRjr6_WO4ZSBWz55kTffcVAndDc9R-gDtaoXpB0D1jbqP9V7_w/s640/Fa13_Su13_FB_Stadium_Manchester_City_Away_Jersey_C_detail.jpg" width="478" /></a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The away shirt features a grandfather collar, a long placket and a stand at the back.</span></span><br /> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Manchester City crest, Nike Swoosh and sponsor’s logo are all in gold to reflect the Club’s most recent successes.</span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFS-EUnyqx8cUZstYhXOip_Flea4ZBClvlICdMtFkeKtzBShyphenhyphenT5Ivjf8bgWjaRWJHLqo2sUe5yILet5jqFJwqoOkUJ9NrFaK6tBSaHWDGZuFrsHQEs6ZQa7D3vwrxAR19kHOP2e0YPHlU/s1600/Nike-Man_City_Away_HK_detail.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFS-EUnyqx8cUZstYhXOip_Flea4ZBClvlICdMtFkeKtzBShyphenhyphenT5Ivjf8bgWjaRWJHLqo2sUe5yILet5jqFJwqoOkUJ9NrFaK6tBSaHWDGZuFrsHQEs6ZQa7D3vwrxAR19kHOP2e0YPHlU/s640/Nike-Man_City_Away_HK_detail.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br /> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The new away shorts are black, and the away socks are black with a dark charcoal band at the top.</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Order the new away kit online at <a href="https://www.prosoccer.co.za/" target="_blank">www.prosoccer.co.za</a> </span></span><br /><br /> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">This new kit showcases <a href="http://www.nike.com/" target="_blank">Nike's</a> committment to aiding the performance of players with key technological benefits:</span></span><br /><br /> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">RECYCLED POLYESTER</span></span><br /> <br /><ul><li> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">The kit is made from recycled polyester as part of Nike’s commitment to produce performance apparel with reduced environmental impact. The shirt and shorts of each kit are made from up to thirteen recycled plastic water bottles.</span></span></span><br /> </li><li> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">In the pioneering process, plastic bottles are chopped into flakes, then melted down to form yarn that is spun into fabric, reducing energy consumption by up to 30 percent compared to manufacturing virgin polyester.</span></span></span><br /> </li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Since 2010, Nike has diverted more than 1.1 billion plastic bottles from landfill through the use of recycled polyester.</span></span></li></ul><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">FABRIC AND NIKE DRI-FIT</span></span><br /> <br /><ul><li> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kit weighs just 150 grams, 23 percent lighter than previous Nike kits. It also boasts a 20 percent stronger knit structure and significantly improved stretch.</span></span><br /> </li><li> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The fabric uses Nike Dri-FIT technology to draw sweat away from the body through the fabric where it can evaporate, to keep players cool and dry.</span></span><br /> </li><li> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Ventilation zones, consisting of tiny laser-cut holes, feature under the arms on both sides, as well as at the shorts waistband, to allow additional comfort and cooling. A mesh panel across the entire back increases air circulation.</span></span><br /> </li></ul><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">FIT AND CONSTRUCTION</span></span><br /> <br /><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The shirt has been crafted with bonded T-bars to support the seams at key points and inner welded seams with a clean finish to give a more striking appearance, while also increasing comfort and performance.</span></span></li></ul>

Nike and Manchester City Reveal Away Kit for Upcoming Season

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Kaizer Chiefs 2013-2014 home kit celebrate club heritage and iconic design.

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixxqnqMRYo6a_pceFuNUXVk51lJflYUtypNcX0f_mSM0m91YJpuCoa6CY8ntnCOL0n-efbbPhQS-BImTpDsOJ7aJLxf7-UohhCkcFsKfbyiITrt3dVGdwqIRWTfB_fJmXq9WIvFjrvdoY/s1600/kaizer-chiefs-home-kit-2013-14-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixxqnqMRYo6a_pceFuNUXVk51lJflYUtypNcX0f_mSM0m91YJpuCoa6CY8ntnCOL0n-efbbPhQS-BImTpDsOJ7aJLxf7-UohhCkcFsKfbyiITrt3dVGdwqIRWTfB_fJmXq9WIvFjrvdoY/s640/kaizer-chiefs-home-kit-2013-14-a.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">In a departure from the diagonal stripes proudly sported by last season’s <a href="http://www.psl.co.za/team.asp?team=chiefs" target="_blank">double-title champions</a> and South Africa’s most celebrated club, the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaizer_Chiefs_F.C." target="_blank">Kaizer Chiefs</a>’ new home kit goes back to basics with the return of the gold jersey for the <a href="http://www.psl.co.za/default.asp" target="_blank">upcoming season</a>, which kicks off in August.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">In keeping with the club's traditional gold and black colours, the new jersey pays homage to the club’s rich <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaizer_Chiefs_F.C.#History" target="_blank">heritage</a>, evoking memories of the team's<a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaizer_Chiefs_F.C.#Achievements" target="_blank"> first league title</a> in the 1970s.</span></span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC5nyiqG6AKIsmA019uwQeuc6wGDrzs6OznvO7Fq0v9j85RDnaKzDgnnBz179ujBDLNphYA1XbwSXQSWUXpoJ5o_pf-44fsF0NNHj6cMlI1Z3jppVS95OL6tw9Xn8ToC9EBgdC1xRxoT4/s1600/kaizer-chiefs-home-kit-2013-14-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjC5nyiqG6AKIsmA019uwQeuc6wGDrzs6OznvO7Fq0v9j85RDnaKzDgnnBz179ujBDLNphYA1XbwSXQSWUXpoJ5o_pf-44fsF0NNHj6cMlI1Z3jppVS95OL6tw9Xn8ToC9EBgdC1xRxoT4/s640/kaizer-chiefs-home-kit-2013-14-b.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The new kit references the success of the "Glamour Boys" of this period and is further inspired by the Chiefs’ return to glory with its <a href="http://www.psl.co.za/article.asp?id=1944294" target="_blank">2012-13 season victory</a>. </span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKNBgkuUQHk1c7Zr18F3F4bxTTAMl-KlxSsYb_bRlDgHQCohgcusaY2jSKnRCT3Wj8CtvPMetTC3BVnsaiiyg40mIv7dAQkBoAAA_UaatRaH9p_pu5zp07noJ32hDf9HY_wKRBQU9veiI/s1600/kaizer-chiefs-home-kit-2013-14-c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKNBgkuUQHk1c7Zr18F3F4bxTTAMl-KlxSsYb_bRlDgHQCohgcusaY2jSKnRCT3Wj8CtvPMetTC3BVnsaiiyg40mIv7dAQkBoAAA_UaatRaH9p_pu5zp07noJ32hDf9HY_wKRBQU9veiI/s640/kaizer-chiefs-home-kit-2013-14-c.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The classically-styled gold jersey features a black collar and black trim on the sleeves. The iconic "Chief" insignia is embossed on the inside back of the neck, a point of pride for <a href="http://www.kaizerchiefs.com/kc_seniorteam.asp" target="_blank">Kaizer Chiefs players</a>.</span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivFF-MwDSHh15twOt-IgsBS82rqwMX8c2E4zJ_2fm-ysLJkWyGIFagnLRWY93otYVifHfK_5kXtc5LA4Rb0mGceskmrslkIpoYs_ueEjULZQIC_SQAXVVv_2JeIRaSrJGDEDrE4Ityoso/s1600/kaizer-chiefs-home-kit-2013-14-d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivFF-MwDSHh15twOt-IgsBS82rqwMX8c2E4zJ_2fm-ysLJkWyGIFagnLRWY93otYVifHfK_5kXtc5LA4Rb0mGceskmrslkIpoYs_ueEjULZQIC_SQAXVVv_2JeIRaSrJGDEDrE4Ityoso/s640/kaizer-chiefs-home-kit-2013-14-d.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The new home shorts are black, paired with gold socks with a solid black stripe.</span></span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kit showcases <a href="http://www.nike.com/" target="_blank">Nike</a>’s belief in style, craft and pride while aiding the performance of players with key technological features.</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">RECYCLED POLYESTER</span></span></h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kit is made from recycled polyester as part of Nike’s commitment to produce performance apparel with reduced environmental impact. The shirt and shorts of each kit are made from up to 13 recycled plastic water bottles.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">In the pioneering process, plastic bottles are chopped into flakes, then melted down to form yarn that is spun into fabric, reducing energy consumption by up to 30 percent compared to manufacturing virgin polyester.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Since 2010, Nike has diverted more than 1.1 billion plastic bottles from landfill through the use of recycled polyester.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">FABRIC AND NIKE DRI-FIT</span></span></h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kit weighs just 150 grams, 23 percent lighter than previous Nike kits. It also boasts a 20 percent stronger knit structure and significantly improved stretch.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The fabric uses Nike Dri-FIT technology to draw sweat away from the body through the fabric where it can evaporate, to help keep players cool and dry.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Ventilation zones, consisting of tiny laser-cut holes, feature under the arms on both sides, as well as at the shorts waistband, to allow additional comfort and cooling. A mesh panel across the entire back increases air circulation.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">FIT AND CONSTRUCTION</span></span></h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The shirt has been crafted with bonded T-bars to support the seams at key points and inner-welded seams with a clean finish to give a more striking appearance, while also increasing comfort and performance.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The new Kaizer Chiefs kit will be available on <a href="https://prosoccer.co.za/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=60_65" target="_blank">www.prosoccer.co.za</a> from the 19th of July.</span></span>

Kaizer Chiefs 2013-2014 home kit celebrate club heritage and iconic design.

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Black is back: the Orlando Pirates 2013/14 home jersey

<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinLOBsOA0ASkA2X83khRPGG8FckEdT29B-hoyqG77Ze5aJY3DKKONnYZsIb-8BnAatrYTUd8jA9yN2Wq8OUbeWDgA5yoTu_Qr7fLgZ0sc4aLq8m2jk54ixGuhui3472AWZ5C5TFSjpZQ4/s1600/orlando-pirates-new-jersey-2013-14.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="496" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinLOBsOA0ASkA2X83khRPGG8FckEdT29B-hoyqG77Ze5aJY3DKKONnYZsIb-8BnAatrYTUd8jA9yN2Wq8OUbeWDgA5yoTu_Qr7fLgZ0sc4aLq8m2jk54ixGuhui3472AWZ5C5TFSjpZQ4/s640/orlando-pirates-new-jersey-2013-14.jpg" width="640" /></a></span></div><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.adidas.com/" target="_blank">Adidas</a>, the leading global football brand, earlier today revealed the new <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_Pirates" target="_blank">Orlando Pirates</a> Home and Away kits for the forthcoming 2013/14 season.  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Last season the Club opted for a <a href="https://prosoccer.co.za/shop/index.php?route=product/product&path=60_65&product_id=86" target="_blank">white home jersey</a> variation, as a celebration of some of the great Orlando Pirates team kits of yesteryear. For the forthcoming 2013/14 season though, the Club has decided to return to the more recent variation of an full black kit for their home strip.  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> “We are proud to once again support Orlando Pirates this season as we continue our strong relationship with this legendary club,” commented <a href="http://news.adidas.com/ZA/Contact-US" target="_blank">Gugu Ntuli</a>, PR Manager at adidas South Africa. “Our designers have created what we believe will be an iconic jersey, as it further entrenches a strong emotional connection with the colour black and stimulates a pride in the jersey and the Club itself with the fans,” added Ntuli. </span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRXbaJ3YmHI1SDX5yi_udJwJbwrui_pVk3j-rLP0Sm05iYlp26iIFcmGDFTY76IKOSxPE_F5LXXJPZ_6jz-iXFa8K0bnLzAi3GwFf462VWxoc25N3QetEcNDp8OQpgU3dsahbAajXYWnU/s1600/orlando-pirates-new-jersey-2013-14-c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRXbaJ3YmHI1SDX5yi_udJwJbwrui_pVk3j-rLP0Sm05iYlp26iIFcmGDFTY76IKOSxPE_F5LXXJPZ_6jz-iXFa8K0bnLzAi3GwFf462VWxoc25N3QetEcNDp8OQpgU3dsahbAajXYWnU/s640/orlando-pirates-new-jersey-2013-14-c.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></span> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Other than returning to a full black strip, the jersey has also taken on a few new design elements such as V-shaped neck detail done in red piping and silver treatment of the illustrious adidas 3 stripes on both the shoulders and shorts as well as player names and numbers, moving away from the traditional white – a first for Pirates. While the away jersey remains red due to the great success and identity that has been created in this variation over the past couple of years, the away jersey will also include the same design elements used on the home jersey.  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Accompanying the launch of the new Home jersey has been the Black is Back campaign, which was introduced during teaser stage and will be continued well into the 2013/14 season. “adidas worked closely with the Club to introduce the kit in a stimulating and fresh visual way, utilising strong and starkly contrasting campaign imagery to play up the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_Pirates#History" target="_blank">heritage</a> of the colour and it’s symbolism to the fans,” stated Lauren Haakman, <a href="http://www.adidas.co.za/" target="_blank">adidas South Africa</a> Brand Manager.  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> Mickey Modisane, PRO at <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Orlando_Pirates" target="_blank">Orlando Pirates Football Club</a>, added: “We are excited to return to black. We also wanted to involve the Club’s most ardent supporters in the campaign because we recognise the role of our supporters in the success of our Club. ‘Black is Back’ is a strong statement and we chose the phrase <a href="https://twitter.com/Ezimnyama" target="_blank">Ezimnyama Ngenkani</a> to accompany it, as it perfectly describes the Club and its supporters – black and proud.” </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><br /></span></span> <br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> The new home kit is now available on www.prosoccer.co.za. </span></span><br /><br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/Wj-RKzS-haI" width="560"></iframe>

Black is back: the Orlando Pirates 2013/14 home jersey

Adidas , the leading global football brand, earlier today revealed the new Orlando Pirates Home and Away kits for the forthcoming 2013/14...

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Mamelodi Sundowns and Nike Introduce Kit for 2013-14 Season

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFP53Vn3DjFkVvcGiIqWE6opDMVDTyKU0ZpltiFm6O7yw_E4JDGxs7tTdGR5-CWYjGMdrhB0R-2j86IxpDdQ96l8oHdrE6SAzviLGS-_67P8lytzkZwRytUXRlK3XD7-FPCRSHA5o4o3E/s1600/Mamelodi_Sundowns_detail.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFP53Vn3DjFkVvcGiIqWE6opDMVDTyKU0ZpltiFm6O7yw_E4JDGxs7tTdGR5-CWYjGMdrhB0R-2j86IxpDdQ96l8oHdrE6SAzviLGS-_67P8lytzkZwRytUXRlK3XD7-FPCRSHA5o4o3E/s640/Mamelodi_Sundowns_detail.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mamelodi_Sundowns_F.C." target="_blank">Mamelodi Sundowns football club</a> next season will play in a new home kit inspired by design trends in international football.  Boasting a tonal yellow gingham pattern, the subtle new design remains true to the traditional colours and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mamelodi_Sundowns_F.C.#History" target="_blank">heritage of the club</a>, while including some contemporary twists.</span></span><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl00BOqarBXME2rQOnYnAlb0A-0ms59apxyND1PhWgRcyJ-QXhp65XWB-_u3WR7z65Sjafi6J5qKA266aG5kK8tRBLYz9uCGZuHFBxwqAnJB96_NIimniq0IIL7gDVFyKrhoDGkgTHfqQ/s1600/Mamelodi_Sundowns_detail-4.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl00BOqarBXME2rQOnYnAlb0A-0ms59apxyND1PhWgRcyJ-QXhp65XWB-_u3WR7z65Sjafi6J5qKA266aG5kK8tRBLYz9uCGZuHFBxwqAnJB96_NIimniq0IIL7gDVFyKrhoDGkgTHfqQ/s640/Mamelodi_Sundowns_detail-4.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Player Jersey detail...</span></span></i></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The "Brasilians," as the team is affectionately known (their uniforms remind fans of the <a href="http://www.fifa.com/associations/association=bra/index.html" target="_blank">Brasilian National Team</a> kits), will don the <a href="https://prosoccer.co.za/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=60_65" target="_blank">new jersey</a>, featuring a classic collar and green trim on the sleeves, at the start of the season in August. Paired with royal blue shorts and white socks with yellow trim, the new kit captures the club's flair and tradition.</span></span><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEPElXoaQw3mtnj-Fu1mHqMxHSagvpQ60yGA41hvJVT4ub7tLLUSi13yv2rkKUjnnnYcFty2MWMyPLGNJSzNXkb7IqqyWWQ24b4hErMVfkoota5j-69usWyJW2IYo82M8-JLO4UYT4fEQ/s1600/Mamelodi_Sundowns_detail-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEPElXoaQw3mtnj-Fu1mHqMxHSagvpQ60yGA41hvJVT4ub7tLLUSi13yv2rkKUjnnnYcFty2MWMyPLGNJSzNXkb7IqqyWWQ24b4hErMVfkoota5j-69usWyJW2IYo82M8-JLO4UYT4fEQ/s640/Mamelodi_Sundowns_detail-2.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Player Jersey detail...</span></span></i></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">  </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The Sundowns’ famed logo featuring the club's motto: "Sky is the Limit" is proudly emblazoned on the chest of the jersey, while the inside back of the neck reveals the club's logo. </span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The new kit showcases <a href="http://www.nike.com/" target="_blank">Nike's</a> commitment to produce performance apparel with reduced environmental impact. </span></span><br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpd-hWlJVsvj1cinuY1sya15YGkcad4xnQwPdebPlV4CTmWjmu_0QTDqswRWQqUSdOM3sPO1cZuM0kDFgBhoKwWILbd5863Uo6nvV89gGEkvXVJd4_YKr91-0CproqXEn0DVxG-SmuFEY/s1600/Mamelodi_Sundowns_detail-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpd-hWlJVsvj1cinuY1sya15YGkcad4xnQwPdebPlV4CTmWjmu_0QTDqswRWQqUSdOM3sPO1cZuM0kDFgBhoKwWILbd5863Uo6nvV89gGEkvXVJd4_YKr91-0CproqXEn0DVxG-SmuFEY/s640/Mamelodi_Sundowns_detail-3.jpg" width="640" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Player Jersey detail...</span></span></i></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">RECYCLED POLYESTER</span></span></h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The shirt and shorts of each kit are made from up to 13 recycled plastic water bottles.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">In the pioneering process, plastic bottles are chopped into flakes, then melted down to form yarn that is spun into fabric, reducing energy consumption by up to 30 percent compared to manufacturing virgin polyester.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Since 2010, Nike has diverted more than 1.1 billion plastic bottles from landfill through the use of recycled polyester.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">FABRIC AND NIKE DRI-FIT</span></span></h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kit weighs just 150 grams, 23 percent lighter than previous Nike kits. It also boasts a 20 percent stronger knit structure and significantly improved stretch.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The fabric uses Nike Dri-FIT technology to draw sweat away from the body through the fabric where it can evaporate, to keep players cool and dry.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Ventilation zones, consisting of tiny laser-cut holes, feature under the arms on both sides, as well as at the shorts waistband, to allow additional comfort and cooling. A mesh panel across the entire back increases air circulation.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">FIT AND CONSTRUCTION</span></span></h2><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The shirt has been crafted with bonded T-bars to support the seams at key points and inner welded seams with a clean finish to give a more striking appearance, while also increasing comfort and performance.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kit will be available at <a href="https://prosoccer.co.za/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=60_65" target="_blank">leading retailers</a> from July 12.</span></span>

Mamelodi Sundowns and Nike Introduce Kit for 2013-14 Season

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New Arsenal away kit for season 2013-14

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOTLyTwvqvbO0NHSVPyT3vySEQWpBZhXwGBncSUawnL6WhOkVLdRQj6yZ84_x6iKt4O7Z838LoRuxMKRDXCzsZRn7pbpCQjd6eVidcGTnDlmukc3SBzRc_eaIt2dAak9IKSm-izhvQDIE/s1600/arsenal-away-jersey-2013-14-g.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOTLyTwvqvbO0NHSVPyT3vySEQWpBZhXwGBncSUawnL6WhOkVLdRQj6yZ84_x6iKt4O7Z838LoRuxMKRDXCzsZRn7pbpCQjd6eVidcGTnDlmukc3SBzRc_eaIt2dAak9IKSm-izhvQDIE/s640/arsenal-away-jersey-2013-14-g.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">Arsenal's new away kit for the upcoming season fuses</span><span style="line-height: 1.6em;"> the club’s traditional away colours of yellow and blue with a distinct contemporary style.</span></span></span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvGP4mMq0EiMkTWm3A39BntpKv-CmgAeDyXBNVuLtN6K8qTi64zORU1Ntq8vSJm7vyEG6ZyU-SQI7tSqIkMJ_nK75x71Vjo-C9gSQGAO8DJL9iTze4rPv-7LxB9hO7wUWScyqSTOdzun0/s1600/arsenal-away-jersey-2013-14-c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvGP4mMq0EiMkTWm3A39BntpKv-CmgAeDyXBNVuLtN6K8qTi64zORU1Ntq8vSJm7vyEG6ZyU-SQI7tSqIkMJ_nK75x71Vjo-C9gSQGAO8DJL9iTze4rPv-7LxB9hO7wUWScyqSTOdzun0/s640/arsenal-away-jersey-2013-14-c.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">The shirt is yellow with a blue polo collar and deep blue cuffs on the sleeves, both featuring a thin yellow stripe. The polo-shirt collar reflects the best of London style, from fine gentleman’s tailoring to urban street wear. </span></span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgviQnOPREGl4zuxBFC0OLzWWRVruEfL4DmvQoK5xVZ3HZkxs0zDe7N3nWXq0jYkXTtQq42b9D5FY66fbE3viO_FeO2qbn8hcW4jbyeZfBGSLdqhwLlj-f-RttPUDBfPQCZCSB2ftyfjfM/s1600/arsenal-away-jersey-2013-14-i.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgviQnOPREGl4zuxBFC0OLzWWRVruEfL4DmvQoK5xVZ3HZkxs0zDe7N3nWXq0jYkXTtQq42b9D5FY66fbE3viO_FeO2qbn8hcW4jbyeZfBGSLdqhwLlj-f-RttPUDBfPQCZCSB2ftyfjfM/s640/arsenal-away-jersey-2013-14-i.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The new away shorts are blue, and the socks feature the traditional Arsenal hoop sock design in blue and yellow. The club was the first to wear socks featuring hoops in the 1930s under the innovative stewardship of manager Herbert Chapman.</span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhynXdul04zXqJORTKhorGq2Jb_dux7_9y58wHGR4qdj2SLnUvQgyccKl3j1X9BylOijQwWV-MLNxTlNOXbIj3q7PCWLp-tMk1fEdnQNHa_5yPF9jVSVtcr4ILyCIjRhHnLLkimd89a3V4/s1600/arsenal-away-jersey-2013-14-j.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhynXdul04zXqJORTKhorGq2Jb_dux7_9y58wHGR4qdj2SLnUvQgyccKl3j1X9BylOijQwWV-MLNxTlNOXbIj3q7PCWLp-tMk1fEdnQNHa_5yPF9jVSVtcr4ILyCIjRhHnLLkimd89a3V4/s640/arsenal-away-jersey-2013-14-j.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">In addition to </span><span style="line-height: 1.6em;">providing the team with a striking new look, the kit also showcases Nike’s inherent belief in style, craft and strong aesthetics, while aiding the performance of players with a range of key technological features. </span></span></span><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="line-height: 1.2em;">Recycled Polyester</span></span></span><br /><br /><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kit is made from recycled polyester in accord with Nike’s commitment to produce athletic wear with a low environmental impact. The shirt and shorts of each kit are made from up to thirteen recycled plastic water bottles.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">In the pioneering process plastic bottles are melted down to form yarn that is spun into recycled polyester, reducing energy consumption by up to 30 percent compared to manufacturing virgin polyester.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Since 2010, Nike has diverted more than 1.1 billion plastic bottles from landfills through the use of recycled polyester. </span></span></li></ul><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Fabric and Nike Dri-FIT</span></span><br /><br /><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The kit is made of fabric weighing just 150 grams, 23 percent lighter than previous Nike kits. It also boasts a 20 percent stronger knit structure and significantly improved stretch. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">The fabric is integrated with Nike Dri-FIT technology to draw sweat away from the body to keep players cool and dry.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Updated and improved ventilation zones consisting of tiny laser-cut holes on both sides and across the entire back of the shirt, as well as at the shorts' waistband allows more air inside the kit for additional comfort and cooling.</span></span></li></ul><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Fit and construction</span></span><br /><br /><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Nike embarked on an innovative program creating 3D body scans of some of the world’s leading footballers to produce a more athletic fit tailored to the contours of their bodies. </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">It has been crafted with bonded T-bars at the junctions of the shirts to support the seams and inner welded seams with a clean finish to give a more striking appearance while also increasing comfort and performance.</span></span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10151581773603089.1073741854.159377188088&type=1" target="_blank"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEthgJ6Esj6wArK4q4Zzhyphenhyphen2jlyRwfLK77LWDbY3clJriA-v5BPuSXzcNJU0qxznfVFJjURuzbVXAlhGnVRgZH5_TFqmFxooj0tp0dslKxipD7O3TPPMfZuEw1hesabXaxrmypgk0rlleo/s1600/view_gallery_icon.gif" /></a></div></li></ul>

New Arsenal away kit for season 2013-14

Arsenal's new away kit for the upcoming season fuses  the club’s traditional away colours of yellow and blue with a distinct contemporar...

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Improved reaction, touch and flight of Incyte ball will be showcased in world's top leagues.

<h3><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Nike Incyte Ball: Official Football of the World’s Best</span></span></h3><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"></span></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFrLEumQRofzLgB-3PF1fcNbEQ_gX1pQdZEht9zYw07nObPSA2rHN6cIasuw2pnjSurf_6gTfrAGV5P2Ih5f2xT0eXRlVuKy0BHRUeFPETBwoUc0QpsTqVFQZqbSWkJVgMfvnsq5BSysA/s972/Fa13_FB_Incyte_Incyte_Group_C_detail.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Nike Incyte Ball" border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFrLEumQRofzLgB-3PF1fcNbEQ_gX1pQdZEht9zYw07nObPSA2rHN6cIasuw2pnjSurf_6gTfrAGV5P2Ih5f2xT0eXRlVuKy0BHRUeFPETBwoUc0QpsTqVFQZqbSWkJVgMfvnsq5BSysA/s640/Fa13_FB_Incyte_Incyte_Group_C_detail.jpg" title="Nike Incyte Ball" width="640" /></a></span></div><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">This coming season, the <a href="http://www.premierleague.com/en-gb.html" target="_blank">Barclays Premier League</a> in England, <a href="http://www.lfp.es/" target="_blank">La Liga</a> in Spain and <a href="http://www.legaseriea.it/" target="_blank">Serie A</a> in Italy — as well as the <a href="http://www.cbf.com.br/competicoes/campeonato-brasileiro" target="_blank">Brasilian league</a> — will play with the new <a href="http://www.premierleague.com/en-gb/news/news/2013-14/jul/new-nike-premier-league-ball-goes-on-sale.html" target="_blank">Nike Incyte Ball</a>, the latest in football technology.</span></span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtqOHMeZmtYLASGoiTzp6RrCSatuAxzOVv0_r4ZE5ClNoa2O_3yRV-3UCy51x4CdVoojCjqxXpkTzCt7ApvcBjjBRqvW42Sa4RfiDug37FmPmWDdeYkIeGLZ5L0vbHbl9F7etzfe3ZHzI/s694/Fa13_FB_Incyte_Incyte_LPF_Ball_C_detail.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Nike Incyte Ball" border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtqOHMeZmtYLASGoiTzp6RrCSatuAxzOVv0_r4ZE5ClNoa2O_3yRV-3UCy51x4CdVoojCjqxXpkTzCt7ApvcBjjBRqvW42Sa4RfiDug37FmPmWDdeYkIeGLZ5L0vbHbl9F7etzfe3ZHzI/s640/Fa13_FB_Incyte_Incyte_LPF_Ball_C_detail.jpg" title="Nike Incyte Ball" width="640" /></a></span></div><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Continuing the tradition of making the most technologically advanced footballs in the game, the Nike Incyte ball features performance innovations that increase reaction, touch and ball flight:</span></span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br /><ul><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Nike RaDaR (Rapid Decision and Response) technology maximizes the ball’s visibility allowing players to see the ball earlier and react faster.<br /> </span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Five-layer construction optimizes the feel of that all-important first touch, allowing the athlete to bring the ball under control quickly and with ease.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">A high-elasticity layer on the surface allows for a cleaner strike and helps the ball travel with more speed. The micro-textured casing also delivers a more accurate ball trajectory than seen before.</span></span></li></ul><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;"> </span></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA2oDlpJQL3E4dFyyMuCfta_SA4BRVrSqnx-RH3w4mSlh2DOCiQ2i3vY6uNoNYzRXT339eB_NjCSukOrIJVvTBrRPkXhgerpDOriq2f2ZjX-Ke1oQuJ-mYzBPZMmQ5vF7zW3XOzjAX1qk/s972/Fa13_FB_Incyte_Incyte_Premier_League_Macro_no_crop_C_detail.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Nike Incyte Ball" border="0" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA2oDlpJQL3E4dFyyMuCfta_SA4BRVrSqnx-RH3w4mSlh2DOCiQ2i3vY6uNoNYzRXT339eB_NjCSukOrIJVvTBrRPkXhgerpDOriq2f2ZjX-Ke1oQuJ-mYzBPZMmQ5vF7zW3XOzjAX1qk/s640/Fa13_FB_Incyte_Incyte_Premier_League_Macro_no_crop_C_detail.jpg" title="Nike Incyte Ball" width="640" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Players in some of the toughest leagues in the world will begin using the <a href="http://www.premierleague.com/en-gb/news/news/2013-14/jul/new-nike-premier-league-ball-goes-on-sale.html" target="_blank">Nike Inctye ball</a> in matches beginning July 1 and also available to buy from July 1.</span></span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="clear: left; float: left; font-size: small; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEthgJ6Esj6wArK4q4Zzhyphenhyphen2jlyRwfLK77LWDbY3clJriA-v5BPuSXzcNJU0qxznfVFJjURuzbVXAlhGnVRgZH5_TFqmFxooj0tp0dslKxipD7O3TPPMfZuEw1hesabXaxrmypgk0rlleo/s180/view_gallery_icon.gif" /></span></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">Available soon on <a href="https://prosoccer.co.za/shop/index.php?route=product/category&path=85_98" target="_blank">www.prosoccer.co.za</a> </span></span>

Improved reaction, touch and flight of Incyte ball will be showcased in world's top leagues.

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