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Oregon Unveils ‘Shoe Duck’ Uniforms Honoring Phil Knight for Oregon State Game

The two-year Van Horne Brands project uses Nike origin motifs to thank Phil Knight.

Overview

  • The Ducks will wear the tribute set on Sept. 20 against Oregon State at Autzen Stadium.
  • The look includes a matte marble helmet, anthracite jerseys and pants with gold accents, and gold cleats.
  • Design work involved staff and player input over two years under Van Horne Brands.
  • Details nod to Knight and Bill Bowerman, featuring waffle-print gloves and winged helmet graphics tied to Nike’s story.
  • Oregon promoted the reveal with a tribute video and social posts, including coach Dan Lanning reading from Shoe Dog.