OMAHA, Neb. (June 29, 2026) – Omaha Athletics announced Monday that Omaha-based MCL Construction has signed a multi-year agreement to become the first-ever uniform patch sponsor for Maverick Men's Basketball. The sponsorship was facilitated through its exclusive multimedia rights holder, Learfield's Omaha Sports Properties.

With this announcement, Omaha becomes the first Summit League institution to have a men's basketball jersey patch sponsor and the first among the three Nebraska NCAA Division I institutions. Previously, Omaha announced Control Services as the first-ever jersey patch sponsor for the Maverick Hockey Program which was the first in college hockey.

Earlier this year, the NCAA Division I Cabinet approved a proposal that will allow Division I sports programs to place additional commercial logos or patches on uniforms, equipment and apparel for any non-NCAA championship competition, including the regular season, effective Aug. 1, 2026.

"This partnership with MCL Construction is another significant step forward for Omaha Athletics and our men's basketball program," said Adrian Dowell, vice chancellor / director of athletics. "As college athletics continues to evolve, innovative partnerships like this create new opportunities to invest directly in our student-athletes while aligning with organizations that share our commitment to excellence. Revenues generated through jersey patch sponsorships are an important part of our strategy as we navigate the impacts of the House settlement to position Omaha Athletics for long-term success in the revenue-sharing era."

Dowell continued, "MCL has been an impactful partner to our university, helping shape the future of Omaha Athletics as the CMR of our recently announced Omaha Athletics Training Facility and Clubhouse capital projects. We are again proud to partner with an Omaha-based company that believes in our student-athletes and the continued rise of a program coming off a recent transformational championship and March Madness appearance."

MCL Construction is a full-service construction company dedicated to delivering exceptional projects and building lasting relationships through a client-first approach. Founded in 1987, MCL combines decades of experience with innovative solutions and a team of more than 300 professionals to serve commercial, institutional and industrial clients across the region. Their commitment to listening, collaboration and excellence ensures each project is completed with integrity, quality and a focus on long-term success.

"At MCL Construction we invest in the people and programs that elevate our community," said MCL Construction Founder and Chairman Bob Carlisle. "Supporting Maverick student-athletes in competition is an honor for us. We are proud to stand behind Omaha Athletics as it continues to recruit, develop and graduate the next generation of leaders for the Omaha region."

To request more information on the uniform sponsor program, or other ways to activate corporate sponsorships, click here.

About Learfield
Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield's presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors' Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.