US National Soccer Kits 2012-13 - Nike Football Jerseys USMNT/USWNT
Unveiling the new USA home kit which combines heritage and patriotism in a bold new design, which both the Men's and Women s teams will debut on pitch this summer.
The new USMNT and USWNT jersey utilizes the colors of the American flag with a blue crew neck collar and a body featuring the iconic red and white stripes.
Both kits are visually identical and reminiscent of the jersey worn by the USA players and fans during the 1994 World Cup hosted by the United States. Although the women s kit is designed specifically for the female athlete to enhance range of motion creating a uniquely feminine silhouette.
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The new Nike US National home kits are completed with blue shorts and white socks. The socks now with improved cushioning for greater comfort, movement and protection and now with a blue band at the top. The look is being modelled by some of the United States' favourite players in these Nike images with; Clint Dempsey, Alex Morgan, Landon Donovan, Hope Solo, Megan Rapinoe and Tim Howard.
The home shirt has unique detailing which mirrors the away strip, as a tonal sash echoes the design on the shirts worn by the US Men s National Team when they famously defeated England in the 1950 Finals in Brazil, a game that would become known as the 'miracle on grass'.
The modern Nike performance shirts incorporate their Dri-FIT technology, that works to wick away moisture helping to regulate player s temperature during a match. The shirts also feature laser-cut ventilation holes to promote localized cooling where it matters most, which has been emphasised in some of the cool graphics produced.
In line with Nike s commitment combining athletic performance with lower environmental impact, each kit is made using an average of 13 recycled plastic bottles. The new kit's shorts are made with 100% Dri-FIT recycled polyester and the shirt with a minimum 96% Dri-FIT recycled polyester. Overall the new kit is 23% lighter and 20% stronger than Nike s previous kits, which has been rolled out across all the new Nike national kits.
The new Nike US men's and women's national soccer kits are finished with the American Stars and Stripes flag, affectionately known as Old Glory, placed inside the back of the neck of both versions to inspire pride.
Now you've had a look at the bold new USMNT and USWNT soccer jerseys - a complete redesign from the previous versions - let us know what you think, share your thoughts online, on Twitter and on Facebook.
