Gared Becomes Official Equipment Partner With NAIA

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI (October 30, 2025) — The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) signed a partnership agreement with Gared Performance Sports Systems as the Official Basketball Hoop and Volleyball Netting System of the NAIA.

Recognized for its leadership in safe, innovative, and high-performance sports equipment, Gared joins the NAIA in a shared commitment to excellence, integrity, and the continued development of student-athletes across all levels of competition. Through this collaboration, both organizations aim to elevate the game-day experience while reinforcing the values of sportsmanship and student success that define the NAIA.

“This partnership represents more than just a sponsorship — it’s a union of two organizations that believe in the power of sport to inspire, unite, and uplift. By aligning with the NAIA, we’re investing not only in athletic achievement but in the values of leadership, teamwork, and perseverance that define great athletes and great organizations alike,” states Marcus Johnson, CEO of Gared Performance Sports Systems. “We look forward to a dynamic and rewarding collaboration with the NAIA, and to all the opportunities this partnership will create for athletes, fans, and our broader network.”

As part of the agreement, Gared will provide best-in-class basketball hoops and net systems for all NAIA basketball and volleyball national championships final sites.

“We’re excited to partner with GPSS to ensure quality of play and fairness for all of our teams,” said Jim Carr, NAIA president and CEO. “This partnership will set the standard in sports equipment and create more opportunities for athletes, fans, and schools to experience the very best our programs have to offer.”

The current agreement will run through October 2028.

Gared Performance Sports Systems is a long-time member of NSGA.