RICHARDSON, Texas – The University of Texas at Dallas Department of Athletics is proud to announce a new apparel partnership with New Balance, naming the global performance brand as the official supplier of apparel and uniforms for the Comets.
 
"We are thrilled to announce this partnership with New Balance," said UTD Director of Athletics Angela Marin. "Our tradition of excellence continues as we elevate our game with next-level apparel, uniforms and performance wear.  We are in a new era of greatness as we make the move to NCAA Division II, and we are proud to have New Balance by our side." 
 
Beginning in the 2025-26 academic year, New Balance will supply competition gear, training apparel, and footwear for all 17 sports at UT Dallas. The partnership marks a major investment in the Comets' athletic programs and a shared commitment to performance, innovation, and student-athlete success as they begin competition in the Lone Star Conference.
 
"At UT Dallas, we know The Future Demands Different, and our relationship with New Balance will be a difference-maker as we launch the Comets into NCAA Division II competition in the Lone Star Conference," said UTD Vice President for Administration and Chief of Staff Dr. Rafael Martin.

 

On July 1, UTD will officially join the Lone Star Conference and begin the second year of transition to NCAA Division II.
 
The Comets' athletic program started in 1998 and has compiled 49 conference titles, 49 All-Americans and 18 Academic All-Americans in the department's 27-year history.
 
 ABOUT NEW BALANCE
New Balance, headquartered in Boston, Mass., has the following purpose: Independent since 1906, we empower people through sport and craftsmanship to create positive change in communities around the world. New Balance employs 9,000 associates around the globe, and in 2024 reported worldwide sales of $7.8 billion. New Balance owns five athletic footwear factories in New England and one in Flimby, U.K. New Balance MADE U.S. footwear contains a domestic value of 70% or more and makes up a limited portion of New Balance's U.S. sales. To learn more about New Balance, please visit www.newbalance.com; for the latest press information, visit http://newbalance.newsmarket.com.