The University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa Athletics Department is launching the Aloha Spirit Collection – Fan Edition Uniform Design Contest. This contest gives fans the chance to design a special edition uniform for the Rainbow Wahine Basketball Program.
The winner will receive a cash prize of $1,500, roundtrip airfare for one to Honolulu, and accommodation for the basketball game slated for January 25 where the winning design will be worn and showcased to hundreds of thousands of fans worldwide. If the winner is an Oʻahu resident a roundtrip neighbor island voucher will be given.
In collaboration with Uni Watch, the leading organization dedicated to the study of athletic aesthetics, UH welcomes submissions that include different themes, nicknames, or creative flares. Contestants can submit one (1) design and are encouraged to provide a brief explanation if their design incorporates an alternative concept. This special edition jersey is for a uniform top and shorts.
“Partnering with Uni Watch on this innovative contest is an exciting step for our athletics department,” said Craig Angelos, UH athletics director. “This initiative not only allows our fans to engage with Hawaiʻi Athletics but also gives creators everywhere the opportunity to appreciate our brand and see how great it is in the Aloha State.”
“Uni Watch is rooted in the obsessive study of athletics aesthetics, but we also have a long history of featuring uniform designs and concepts from our readers,” said Uni Watch Editor Phil Hecken. “We’re excited to be partnering with the University of Hawai’i to showcase the immensely talented graphic artists who will no doubt come up with some outstanding and unique ideas for Hawaiʻi’s Rainbow Wahine basketball team.”
Submissions, or questions can be sent to to athdir@hawaii.edu. Questions can also be emailed to kc@athleticsadmin.com. Athletics Admin, an athletic contract and consulting service, will be assisting in this campaign. Submissions will be accepted through Wednesday, July 17.
For more information and contest rules, go to HawaiiAthletics.com.