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NCAA allows Division I teams to display commercial logos on uniforms

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The NCAA permits Division I teams to display commercial logos, including casino and sportsbook brands, on regular-season uniforms from 1 August, according to the report. Teams can show up to three logos, each no larger than four square inches, during non-championship competitions. New Mexico State and Florida International University have announced casino-related jersey sponsorships.

The policy creates a permitted uniform-advertising channel for gaming sponsors at Division I schools.

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