NCAA patch ruling could help U.S. college soccer thrive

January 27 – College soccer received a commercial boost this week which it is hoped will make the sport more competitive in recruiting. 

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) has voted to allow sponsorship patches on uniforms in Division I competition, a decision that further accelerates the commercialisation of US college sports. 

Under the new legislation, which takes effect on August 1, Division I programs will be permitted to feature up to two jersey patch sponsors...