The University of Maryland football team, never shy in expressing its individuality when it comes to uniforms, will wear a jersey Saturday against West Virginia inspired by the 200th anniversary of "The Star-Spangled Banner."
The helmets feature an outline of Fort McHenry and the U.S. flag that inspired our national anthem. #GoTerps #TeamUA pic.twitter.com/anfzj1FlCk — Maryland Athletics (@umterps) September 9, 2014
The jersey sleeves, helmet & footware highlight the poem “Defence of Fort McHenry” #TeamUA #GoTerps pic.twitter.com/RAFjec11at — Maryland Athletics (@umterps) September 9, 2014
Team captains will don red belts as American military captains did during the battle. @UnderArmour #TeamUA #GoTerps pic.twitter.com/ohPQqc9Do3 — Maryland Athletics (@umterps) September 9, 2014
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Each player's name will be replaced by "TRIUMPH" on the back of his jersey as well.
The university also announced a 10-year partnership extension with Under Armour, meaning more of these unique uniforms are likely to materialize.
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