Miami Hurricanes will wear uniforms and cleats made from ocean garbage

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In a move to be eco-friendly, the University of Miami football program has agreed to be the first college team to wear uniforms, cleats and gloves made from ocean waste.

Miami’s alternate uniform, designed in partnership with Parley for the Oceans, will be worn by the Hurricanes during their season opener against LSU at the 2018 AdvoCare Classic at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Sept. 2.

The special edition adidas x Parley A1 uniform is made of 70% ECONYL yarn, a raw material repurposed from fishing nets and other nylon waste removed from the marine environment.

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The players adizero 7.0 Freak x Parley cleats and gloves are also made from ocean garbage. The Hurricanes’ cleats will be the first eco-conscious footwear ever in an NCAA football game.

Miami’s new jersey will have the traditional orange, but will have accents that, according to the official press release, are “an ode to the cause to end plastic pollution of the oceans.”

“Subliminal tonal palm trees on the sides of the jersey pay homage to South Floridian landscapes and the environment that enriches the biodiverse local ecosystem,” the release continues.

Miami coach Mark Richt said his players are excited “to help promote sustainability around the world.”

The No. 8 Hurricanes open their season Sept. 2 against LSU in Arlington, Texas.