KU Joins Ripple with XRP on Jerseys | Wichita News

Wichita News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 9, 2026 · 1m

Kansas is making waves by partnering with Ripple to debut XRP patches on all Jayhawk sports uniforms this fall, blending athletics with cutting-edge finance. Beyond flashy logos, Ripple is funding tech and finance education for student-athletes and creating career pathways in the digital economy. Athletic leaders like Travis Goff and Bill Self praise the bold move as a symbol of innovation and community spirit, while Coach Leipold highlights the personal connection to Ripple’s CEO—a Kansas alum. The patch will appear only on game jerseys, matching uniform colors, and fans can add it to…