Rory McIlroy signs with Nike.. Rory and Tiger Film Commercial Together (Updates)

[iacas]

Will he still have the Oakley sponsorship? NIke seems to like to "outfit" their golfers (clothing) too, right?

[RPMPIRE]

  iacas said:

Originally Posted by iacas

Will he still have the Oakley sponsorship?

Probably not since everything Oakley can provide, Nike can as well and I'm sure Nike doesn't want any other brands being worn simultaneously with their clothing line. For the other sponsors, the only other way to keep them is to put them on his bag, like his Jumeirah endorsement. Just like what Tiger did with his Fuse energy drink. And if McIlroy wants more endorsements, time to get a swiss watch deal as well.

[Beachcomber]

  iacas said:

Originally Posted by iacas

Will he still have the Oakley sponsorship? NIke seems to like to "outfit" their golfers (clothing) too, right?

If Nike is going to truly sign him for $250M.... I'm guessing it is for the entire enchilada?

[Beachcomber]

  RPMPIRE said:

Originally Posted by RPMPIRE

Probably not since everything Oakley can provide, Nike can as well and I'm sure Nike doesn't want any other brands being worn simultaneously with their clothing line. For the other sponsors, the only other way to keep them is to put them on his bag, like his Jumeirah endorsement. Just like what Tiger did with his Fuse energy drink. And if McIlroy wants more endorsements, time to get a swiss watch deal as well.

Rory already has a watch deal.  A beautiful one at that...

http://www.audemarspiguet.com/en/

[mvmac]

If Rory goes to Nike he wouldn't be able to wear logos for his sponsors Jumeirah Estates, Oakley, Audemares Piguet and Santander bank.  Nike typically prefers a "clean" look for it's staff players.  Like Tiger he could probably have a separate bag endorsement.

[Willie Malay]

I and I used to like Rory :). It won't make me want anything-Nike. I currently do not buy anything in the Nike brand and will not as long as Tiger has something to do with them. Adidas shoes are plentiful, as are lots of other golf clubs and clothing brands.

[bplewis24]

  Beachcomber said:

Originally Posted by Beachcomber

I agree 110%.  I used to buy a lot of Nike product, but then over the last few years have branched out to other brands.  Now my go to line is Travis Mathew for shirts, hats and belts.  They are expensive, but just like the material and look.

It is strange... I don't even see where you can buy the shirts Tiger wears.  Like this one... I thought was really cool looking.  But I've never seen it in the box retail or pro shops.

They have a lot of room for improvement.

Typically you can only buy the newest releases on Nike's own site, and even then it's typically a month or two after you see it on some of the staff players.  The TW Collection seems to get refreshed/updated on Nike's site every 6-8 weeks or so.

  Willie Malay said:

Originally Posted by Willie Malay

I and I used to like Rory :). It won't make me want anything-Nike. I currently do not buy anything in the Nike brand and will not as long as Tiger has something to do with them. Adidas shoes are plentiful, as are lots of other golf clubs and clothing brands.

You keep fightin' the good fight!

[colin007]

  Willie Malay said:

Originally Posted by Willie Malay

I and I used to like Rory :). It won't make me want anything-Nike. I currently do not buy anything in the Nike brand and will not as long as Tiger has something to do with them. Adidas shoes are plentiful, as are lots of other golf clubs and clothing brands.

i do and i will continue to buy Nike because Tiger "has something to do with them".  see how ludicrous we both are?

[colin007]

  Beachcomber said:

Originally Posted by Beachcomber

i think he was about to say "sugar!"....

[Beachcomber]

  mvmac said:

Originally Posted by mvmac

If Rory goes to Nike he wouldn't be able to wear logos for his sponsors Jumeirah Estates, Oakley, Audemares Piguet and Santander bank.  Nike typically prefers a "clean" look for it's staff players.  Like Tiger he could probably have a separate bag endorsement.

True, Tiger had Tag (may still??) as a watch sponsor, but never wore their logo as far as I know.  I was thinking Rory could do the same... Remove the AP patch on his sleeve and just wear the watch off the course, and being in their print ads.

[RPMPIRE]

  mvmac said:

Originally Posted by mvmac

If Rory goes to Nike he wouldn't be able to wear logos for his sponsors Jumeirah Estates, Oakley, Audemares Piguet and Santander bank.  Nike typically prefers a "clean" look for it's staff players.  Like Tiger he could probably have a separate bag endorsement.

I would think the first sponsor to be dropped would be Oakley. His watch deal with Audemares Piguet should be safe considering Tiger having a Rolex deal. The other two can be negotiated as a bag deal.

Either way, if the Nike thing doesn't work out, where else would Rory go? Mizuno still needs a solid face for golf.

[Beachcomber]

  RPMPIRE said:

Originally Posted by RPMPIRE

Either way, if the Nike thing doesn't work out, where else would Rory go? Mizuno still needs a solid face for golf.

Luke has donea solid job for Mizuno.

[KrazyTrain18]

Honestly, I think Rors will be with Nike, otherwise I don't think he would've left Titleist, TMAG, Mizuno or Cleveland etc etc, nobody but Nike has the money to sign McIlroy.  If he wasn't looking for a bigger deal he would still be swinging Titleist clubs.  (Technically he still is until January 1st.)

[bplewis24]

  RPMPIRE said:

Originally Posted by RPMPIRE

Either way, if the Nike thing doesn't work out, where else would Rory go? Mizuno still needs a solid face for golf.

I thought Mizuno's rep was that they don't shell out the big bucks for endorsements.

[Beachcomber]

  bplewis24 said:

I thought Mizuno's rep was that they don't shell out the big bucks for endorsements.

I haven't heard this... But it would make sense given the lack of recognizable tour players Mizzy has on staff. I think it is a 99.9% a lock that Rory is going to Nike.

[ThominOH]

It really amazes me how people go nuts over sponsors..  I could care less what deodorant, car or golf clubs some celebrity uses.. I buy products that FIT me, not what some overpaid loon tried to convince me to wear.. I tried Nike products out years ago and I stay clear of them simply because of the fit.. There are other companies I stay clear of as well because of one reason or another.. But.. celebs make a killing on endorsements because stupid fans buy what their idols tell them to buy.. Amazing.. lol

In any case good luck to Rory in whichever direction he goes.. Business is Business.. Even as much as I loathe sponsorship deals, if someone was to toss 20 million a year at me, I'd say "show me the money" and laugh my ass all the way to the bank..

[RPMPIRE]

  bplewis24 said:

Originally Posted by bplewis24

I thought Mizuno's rep was that they don't shell out the big bucks for endorsements.

I haven't heard this either, but considering their stable of players, it's probably true. It was just a thought.

[Datsyuk]

  ThominOH said:

Originally Posted by ThominOH

It really amazes me how people go nuts over sponsors..  I could care less what deodorant, car or golf clubs some celebrity uses..

I sure couldn''t.