INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. (February 18, 2025) – GK Elite will serve as the exclusive apparel sponsor for the 2025 USA Gymnastics National Development Program competitive season, USA Gymnastics announced Tuesday. As part of the partnership, GK will be the exclusive provider of competition and training apparel for the Developmental Nationals and East/West Championships, and State and Regional Championships for both women’s and men’s artistic gymnastics. GK also will outfit all competitors at the Elite Team Cup in Louisville, Kentucky on February 21.
The partnership helps benefit ongoing athlete health and wellness initiatives, including USAG’s program to reimburse National Team athletes and coaches for mental health visits.
“We are incredibly proud to continue our longstanding partnership with USA Gymnastics and support the next generation of gymnasts,” said Matt Cowan, Chief Executive Officer of Elite Sportswear, the parent company of GK. “This partnership allows us to not only provide high-quality apparel for these talented athletes but also contribute directly to their overall well-being and development. We believe in investing in the future of gymnastics and the continued growth of the sport, and this collaboration is a testament to that commitment.”
“This month will kick off another season of GK’s tremendous support for gymnastics at all levels,” USA Gymnastics Chief Programs Officer Stefanie Korepin said. “Thousands of young athletes participate in the events they are supporting, and we are grateful for their continued collaboration.”
Elite Team Cup will be streamed live on USA Gymnastics’ YouTube channel as part of USAG’s live coverage of all 2025 Winter Cup events. For more on Winter Cup and Elite Team cup, visit www.wintercup.com.
About GK Elite
GK Elite is the world’s leading brand of gymnastics apparel and is recognized around the globe for superior variety, quality, fit and service. For over 40 years, GK has been dedicated to the sport of gymnastics, contributing millions of dollars to support hallmark grassroots gymnastics programs globally and is a proud partner of USA Gymnastics. Known for their signature collections of gymnastics workout leotards, GK has historically partnered with over 10 Olympic athletes and currently offers leotards designed by the most decorated American gymnast, Simone Biles, Olympic gold medalists Sunisa Lee, Jade Carey Jordan Chiles, and Hezly Rivera. Based in Reading, Pennsylvania, Elite Sportswear, L.P., the company behind the GK Elite brand, continues its commitment to American-made quality and continuous innovation in designs for gymnastics apparel. Elite Sportswear, L.P. also owns, manufactures, and distributes a full line of swimwear under its brand, Dolfin Swimwear, and cheerleading apparel through Omni Cheer and All Star Cheer. For more information regarding GK, visit www.gkelite.com.