By Ashley Foster - ashley@bigcom.com,

BIRMINGHAM (May 15, 2018) – Birmingham Legion Football Club (FC) today announced its partnership with Nike as official supplier for the Magic City’s professional soccer team, set to begin play in 2019.

“We are proud to be a Nike-sponsored soccer club and excited about the partnership as we establish the Legion FC brand,” said Jay Heaps, Legion FC president and general manager. “This partnership will strengthen our position as a team and allow our fans to show their support as they wear the colors of our crest in the community.”

Official Nike-branded Birmingham Legion FC merchandise for men, women and youth is now available for purchase online at BhmLegion.shop. Items will also be available onsite at Birmingham Hammers’ home matches this season.

Birmingham Legion FC will begin play in 2019. For more information or to reserve tickets for the 2019 season, please visit BhmLegion.com.