Figures released by the AFL for Season 2009 confirm that Carlton’s authentic Nike on-field products are now the number one seller of all AFL Clubs.
Carlton President Stephen Kernahan confirmed during the official pre-match function on Friday night that the Blues on top when it comes to the official on-field apparel.
“Of the 16 Clubs, Carlton’s guernseys, shorts, socks, caps and polo shirts purchased by football supporters, have the Blues ranked at number one this year,” Kernahan said.
This is further good news on the continued growth of the Club in 2009 with Carlton enjoying a record membership of over 43,000 together with increases in match attendances and television ratings. Plus of course on the field the Blues have won nine matches and are currently in the eight and looking to improve on last year’s 11th position with ten wins.
In 2008 Carlton was the fourth highest selling of the 16 Clubs in terms of the official on-field products.
“This is another positive sign for the Club and a credit to our long time supporter Nike, our official apparel sponsor, and the outstanding products they produce in conjunction with Carlton,” Stephen Kernahan added.
