Rutgers women’s lacrosse has added a new equipment partner, joining with Cascade Maverik Lacrosse in a deal that will outfit the Scarlet Knights with gear and equipment.
Head coach Melissa Lehman called the brand a benchmark in the sport, saying, "Cascade Maverik has long been the gold standard for lacrosse equipment," said head coach Melissa Lehman. "We are absolutely thrilled to partner with a brand that consistently elevates the student-athlete experience and treats our players like the elite competitors they are."
Cascade Maverik’s Rachel Hall, the company’s Women’s Brand Manager, said the fit made sense because of the program’s standard and direction. "We are excited to partner with Rutgers women's lacrosse, a program that embodies competitiveness and commitment to excellence," said Cascade Maverik Lacrosse Women's Brand Manager Rachel Hall.
"At Cascade Maverik, our mission is to provide athletes with innovative equipment that helps them perform at their highest level, and we're excited to support the Scarlet Knights as they continue to compete on the national stage. We look forward to building this partnership and supporting them for years to come."
The company describes itself as a leader in sticks, helmets, protective equipment and apparel, with products used across youth, high school, college and professional lacrosse. Its focus, according to the announcement, is on innovation, performance and athlete-first design.
Rutgers enters the partnership with a recent run of success under Lehman. The Scarlet Knights, who compete in the Big Ten, have reached the NCAA Tournament three times in the past seven seasons. This past spring, they finished with 11 overall wins and four Big Ten victories, both their best totals since 2022, while playing one of the nation’s toughest schedules.
That season ended with an NCAA Tournament appearance and a first-round win over No. 17 Princeton, a 12-11 thriller that capped the year for RU.
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