USA Field Hockey
USA Field Hockey x Capelli Sport
Capelli Sport to Become Exclusive Official Apparel & Kit Provider of USA Field Hockey
NEW YORK, N.Y. (December 5, 2024) – Today, USA Field Hockey and Capelli Sport unveiled a multiyear partnership aimed at amplifying the organization’s mission to Grow the Game, Serve and Inspire Membership, and Succeed Internationally. This new partnership will enable Capelli Sport to expand their presence in field hockey, as the company continues to develop teamwear uniforms and lifestyle apparel in new markets. Capelli Sport will be the official apparel supplier through 2029, including the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, with the national teams debuting the new uniforms in January 2025.
Through the partnership, Capelli Sport will outfit all levels of the organization. USA Field Hockey manages dozens of teams that compete internationally, including the indoor, outdoor and Hockey5s, junior and senior U.S. Men’s and Women’s National Teams as well as U.S. Masters Teams. Capelli Sport is supplying off-field apparel ensuring athletes travel in style including Crew Neck Sweatshirts, Cargo Sweatpants, Leggings, Joggers and a custom Collegiate Bomber Jacket.
USA Field Hockey is committed to the “Dare to Differ” campaign, which encourages new athletes to try the sport while continuing to support athletes already on the field.
Additionally, Capelli Sport will make its extensive resources, such as a national network of playing fields, available for USA Field Hockey to continue growth and development of the sport across the country, generating more fans and interest as LA28 approaches.
USA Field Hockey CEO, Simon Hoskins said:
“USA Field Hockey is thrilled to partner with Capelli Sport. Their commitment to helping develop our sport from our National Teams through to grassroots is impressive. Capelli Sport is a fast-developing American company who excel in sports apparel, and we are excited to grow with them.”
Capelli Sport Regional Sales Manager, Jared Harris said:
“Capelli Sport is honored to become the official apparel supplier of USA Field Hockey. This partnership embodies our commitment to quality, performance, and innovation in athletic wear. We’re excited to work closely with USA Field Hockey to support these incredible athletes and help elevate their experience both on and off the field.”
Harris, who hails from Lancaster, PA., originally, worked closely with members of USA Field Hockey and Capelli Sport Field Hockey Sales Executive, Hannah Richard, to bring this partnership to life. Richard possesses a deep-rooted passion for field hockey and a background that includes four years as a student-athlete at the University of New Hampshire, followed by coaching roles at Merrimack College, Regis College, Tufts University, Holy Cross, and Bucknell University. She has also served as a program director and coach in club field hockey, blending collegiate and club-level experience.
USA Field Hockey Commercial Partnership and Marketing Manager, Ginger Wheeler said:
“Capelli Sport has incredible resources to serve the needs of USA Field Hockey’s national team athletes, fans and staff and to help grow the sport across the nation. USA Field Hockey is thrilled and proud to designate Capelli Sport as the official, exclusive Apparel and Kit sponsor, outfitting our Team USA athletes for success as they represent our country in competition at home and abroad. Capelli Sport’s support and partnership is transformational for USA Field Hockey and we are deeply grateful.”
In the summer of 2028, Los Angeles will host the Summer Olympic Games as the best athletes from around the world compete on the biggest stage in sports. Team USA will be wearing Capelli Sport as select athletes chase medals and host the international hockey world in Los Angeles.
About USA Field Hockey
USA Field Hockey is the national governing body for the sport of field hockey in the United States and is based in Colorado Springs, Colo. USA Field Hockey is committed to providing opportunities for the 30,000 members to participate develop and excel as athletes, coaches, umpires and administrators. The U.S. Men's and Women's National Teams strive for competitive excellence in the Olympic Games, Pan American Games, World Cup and other international competitions. USA Field Hockey is a proud member of the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee, International Hockey Federation and Pan American Hockey Federation. For more information visit usafieldhockey.com.
