Ahead of the NCAA’s anticipated rule change to allow corporate jersey patches, the University of Nevada Las Vegas has announced a potential $11 million jersey patch partnership with Acesso Biologics.
According to UNLV Rebels, the Acesso Biologics logo would appear on football jerseys, men’s and women’s basketball jerseys, and baseball jerseys through five seasons.
The Las Vegas-based company specializes in regenerative medicine and innovation, bringing biologic solutions to clinical practices and healthcare. It serves as the on-field sponsor for UNLV football.
"Having Acesso proudly displayed on our uniforms shows its continued support and commitment to UNLV Athletics and our student-athletes," said Erick Harper, UNLV Director of Athletics. "Acesso Biologics' dedication to innovation and support of UNLV Athletics mirrors our goals of excellence and community impact. As the NCAA and Mountain West Conference move closer to allowing new avenues for revenue generation, Acesso stepped up in a big way."
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The NCAA announced in October that it was considering a proposal to allow commercial logos on apparel, uniforms and equipment. If passed, the legislation would allow schools to place up to two commercial logos on non-NCAA championship competition apparel, not including the logo of the uniform’s manufacturer.
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"We're proud to partner with Acesso and UNLV in this transformative partnership that sets a new standard in college athletics in anticipation of jersey patch approvals by the NCAA," said Kim Damron, president of Learfield Sports Properties. "By prominently incorporating Acesso's logo on the jerseys of UNLV's football, men's and women's basketball and baseball teams, along with an on-field logo at Allegiant Stadium and other key assets, this cutting-edge partnership is the first of its kind to usher in the new era of jersey patch sponsorships in college sports."
If passed, the jersey patch rule would take effect on August 1, 2026.
