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Georgia Tech fans bid farewell to Russell Athletic

Mock-ups of Adidas gear and uniforms in the lobby of the Georgia Tech football offices. (AJC photo by Ken Sugiura)
Mock-ups of Adidas gear and uniforms in the lobby of the Georgia Tech football offices. (AJC photo by Ken Sugiura)
By Tess DeMeyer
July 2, 2018

After 25 seasons, Georgia Tech officially parted ways with Russell Athletic on Sunday. The Yellow Jackets will sport Adidas uniforms, apparel and footwear for the next six years and will debut their new gear this upcoming season.

Many fans were counting down the days until the deal with Russell Athletic expired and took to Twitter to celebrate the transition into a new era for Tech athletics.

- Video: Georgia Tech marks start of Adidas partnership

- More: Georgia Tech 2018 football schedule

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