LOUISVILLE, Ky. – Wilson, a longtime partner of the NFCA, is renewing as an Official Sponsor on a new multi-year deal. In addition to the title sponsor of numerous NFCA awards, Wilson
is the new official t-shirt sponsor and supplier for all collegiate NFCA Leadoff Classics.
“Wilson and the NFCA have had a positive partnership for many years,” said NFCA CEO Carol Bruggeman. “This three-year contract renewal further demonstrates Wilson's commitment to the Association and the sport of softball. The overall Wilson brand represents quality. To have their name as the title sponsor of several of our most prestigious awards is a perfect match. Jack Thode and the entire Wilson team are first-class in all they do. We look forward to working with them to grow the game.”
Whether you’re a fan of a participating team or just a softball fan in general, Wilson will be a one-stop-shop for NFCA Leadoff Classic t-shirts. There will be an online store dedicated to each tournament, where fans can purchase a tournament clothing of their choice before, during or after the competition.
The NFCA's Leadoff Classics gather top collegiate and high school teams from around the country for highly competitive softball action at one site. The Division I Leadoff Classic (Feb. 5-8, 2026) is currently held annually at the Eddie C. Moore Complex in Clearwater, Fla. and the Division III (March 6-8) is held annually at the South Commons Complex in Columbus, Ga. The NJCAA and NAIA Leadoffs alternate each year at the South Commons Complex with the NAIA being featured this upcoming season from Feb. 27-March 1.
On the awards front, Wilson continues as longtime sponsor of the NFCA Player (Louisville Slugger) and Pitcher (Wilson) of the Week honors. ATEC, a brand that is part of the Wilson tree, is the title sponsor of the NFCA’s Regional and National Coaching Staff of the Year awards. Additionally, Wilson donates custom Louisville Slugger wooden bats to the top fundraisers of the NFCA’s StrikeOut Cancer initiative in each group.
The coaching staffs of the year recognize excellence across NCAA (DI, DII & DIII), NAIA, NJCAA (DI, DII, DIII), Cal JC, NWAC, High School and Travel Ball, while the Player and Pitcher of Week honor top collegiate performances by student-athletes across NCAA Division I, II and III softball.
About Wilson
Chicago-based Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is the world’s leading manufacturer of high-performance sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories. The company brings more than a century of innovation and heritage to the world of sport – celebrating the iconic moments made possible by Wilson across Racquet Sports, Baseball, Softball, American Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer and Golf. In Racquet Sports, Wilson is a global leader in tennis, padel, racquetball, badminton and pickleball. Wilson is part of Amer Sports, a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange. Please visit www.wilson.com for more information.
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