FORT COLLINS, Colo. – Colorado State University (CSU) and Under Armour have once again teamed up to create a unique statement of state pride, unveiling special “State Pride” uniforms for the Rams’ men’s and women’s basketball teams. This exciting announcement extends the successful “State Pride” theme previously introduced with the CSU football program, further embedding the spirit of Colorado within the university’s athletic identity. These new Colorado State Uniforms are set to make their debut on the court this January, adding an extra layer of excitement for fans and players alike.
Following in the footsteps of the popular “State Pride” football uniforms, these basketball uniforms are predominantly white and thoughtfully incorporate iconic elements from the Colorado state flag. This design choice serves as a powerful visual representation of CSU’s deep-rooted connection to the state and its role as a land-grant institution. According to Director of Athletics, Joe Parker, “Our Under Armour partnership affords an opportunity to outfit our basketball teams in specialty uniforms. We are excited to extend the State Pride theme by again using elements of our iconic flag. It is a wonderful expression of CSU’s status as our state’s land grant institution.”
The design of these colorado state uniforms is rich in detail and symbolism. The jersey numbers are presented in a bold royal blue with a distinctive red trim, ensuring high visibility on the court. Above the number on the front of the jersey, the words “Colorado State” are proudly displayed in royal blue lettering, reinforcing the university’s brand. Royal blue stripes add a dynamic element to the sides of both the jersey and shorts, while further stripes accent the bottom edge of the shorts, creating a cohesive and athletic aesthetic. A key feature is the incorporation of the Colorado state flag emblem – a cutout showcasing the recognizable red and gold “C” – prominently placed on the side of the shorts. This detail acts as a constant reminder of the state pride these uniforms represent.
Under Armour’s role as the official apparel provider for Colorado State athletics is central to bringing these special edition colorado state uniforms to life. This partnership, now in its fifth year and renewed in 2016 for multiple years, has consistently delivered high-quality and innovative designs for the Rams. Beyond the standard home and away uniforms, Under Armour has a history of creating unique alternate uniforms for CSU basketball, including a gray uniform for the men’s team and orange uniforms for the annual “Orange Out” games. They have also produced special uniforms for the women’s team’s “Orange Out” and “Pink Out” games, demonstrating a commitment to creative and meaningful apparel across all CSU basketball programs.
Fans eager to show their own colorado state uniforms pride can find Under Armour “State Pride” apparel at various locations. Ram Zone locations in Old Town Fort Collins and at the on-campus stadium, as well as the game day team store in Moby Arena’s north concourse, all offer a range of merchandise. For those unable to visit these physical locations, any remaining apparel can also be purchased online through CSURams.com, ensuring that fans everywhere have the opportunity to support the Rams and celebrate Colorado pride.
The CSU women’s basketball team is set to debut these striking colorado state uniforms on January 27th against New Mexico, while the men’s team will don them on January 31st when they face Wyoming. These game days promise to be a showcase of both athletic talent and state pride, as the Rams take to the court in their visually impactful and symbolically rich new uniforms.
