{"id":641769,"date":"2026-05-01T01:47:15","date_gmt":"2026-05-01T01:47:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/641769\/"},"modified":"2026-05-01T01:47:15","modified_gmt":"2026-05-01T01:47:15","slug":"under-armour-signs-finn-callaghan-in-afl-first","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/au\/641769\/","title":{"rendered":"Under Armour signs Finn Callaghan in AFL first"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Under Armour has signed GWS Giants midfielder Finn Callaghan, marking the brand\u2019s first men\u2019s AFL athlete in Australia.<\/p>\n

The multi-year partnership will see Callaghan supported with performance gear and featured in brand campaigns and community initiatives.<\/p>\n

The signing forms part of Under Armour\u2019s expansion in the AFL and broader Australian market.<\/p>\n

Fernando Reani, Under Armour\u2019s General Manager, Pacific, said: \u201cFinn represents the next generation of elite Australian athletes. His performance, professionalism, and drive to continually improve make him a perfect fit for Under Armour.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs our first male AFL athlete, Finn will play a key role in our growth within the sport, and we\u2019re excited to support him as he continues to elevate his game and inspire young athletes across the country.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Callaghan, 22, was selected with pick No.3 in the 2021 AFL Draft and has played 75 games for the GWS Giants.<\/p>\n

He was named in the 2025 All-Australian squad and the AFL Players Association\u2019s Top 25, and is averaging 30.5 disposals in 2026.<\/p>\n

Under the agreement, Callaghan will debut the UA Magnetico Elite 6 boots from the 2027 season.<\/p>\n

Callaghan said, \u201cI\u2019m really excited to be joining the Under Armour family. It\u2019s important to me that I align with a brand that genuinely supports performance and development.<\/p>\n

\u201cUnder Armour\u2019s focus on innovation and helping athletes get the most out of themselves is the perfect fit to support my own aspirations. I\u2019m looking forward to working together and seeing what we can build over the next few years.\u201d<\/p>\n

The deal adds to Under Armour\u2019s existing AFL partnerships, including teamwear support for Hawthorn Football Club.<\/p>\n

Main image: Finn Callaghan<\/p>\n

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