USA Field Hockey unveiled new uniforms for its national teams designed by Capelli, replacing Osaka Hockey as the outfitter. The uniforms feature Capelli’s trademark shoulder stripes made of little squares and each team has red, white, and blue options with sublimated patterns of stars or stripes. The teams also sport a patch for the United States Performance Center at UNC Charlotte. Another notable change is the team’s crests, with the WNT being nicknamed “United Eagles” and the MNT “United Wolves” each having their own logo.
The new uniforms aim to improve USA Field Hockey’s overall look, which has been compared to other countries with generic designs. Some fans have mixed feelings about the new designs, with a preference for Osaka’s minimalist designs and uncertainty about the number font. The new looks will debut in 2025, but the MNT will showcase them in Chile for their upcoming matches while the WNT will travel to New Zealand in January and then compete in the FIH Hockey Nations Cup in Chile to potentially gain promotion back to the top-tier FIH Pro League.
Overall, the new uniforms and design changes represent a step forward for USA Field Hockey, positioning them alongside countries like the Netherlands and Japan as good-looking high-level teams in the sport. The new uniforms mark a significant shift in the team’s branding and are expected to enhance their image on the international stage.
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