There have been new uniforms, practice jerseys, and lots of pre-game warm-up gear.
But when Miami takes the field Saturday against Nebraska, Adidas – Miami’s new apparel outfitter – will be giving the Hurricanes something especially unique: customized, individually painted cleats.
Adidas teamed up with local South Florida artist – and UM alum—Marcus Rivero of Soles by Sir to create the specially designed shoes that will feature players’ names, jersey numbers and tributes to their home towns and families. In some cases, the tributes include messages of gratitude to former Hurricanes greats including Sean Taylor, Ray Lewis, Bryant McKinnie, Calais Campbell, Russell Maryland, Frank Gore, and Reggie Wayne, among others.