University of Oregon

The University of Oregon Ducks represent a pioneering spirit in collegiate athletics, blending innovation with championship tradition since evolving from the “Webfoots.” Renowned as “Track Town USA,” Oregon holds 35 NCAA team titles, including 21 in track and field and cross country, establishing the nation’s premier distance-running program. Legends like Steve Prefontaine set records under Bill Bowerman, Nike’s co-founder. Hayward Field, host of multiple Olympic Trials and the 2022 World Championships, serves as a sacred site for athletes. Football has risen to prominence with eight Rose Bowl appearances and the first College Football Playoff National Championship game appearance in 2014, led by Heisman Trophy winner Marcus Mariota. Oregon’s dynamic uniforms and innovations have influenced college sports culture nationwide. The university embodies a commitment to excellence and legacy in Eugene, where athletes strive for championships and continue the tradition of the pioneering Duck ethos — Win the Day.