Clothes of championsNIKEThe historyNike started business in the sixties when its founders Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman met at the University of Oregon. In the mid-eighties, their success grew when famous sportsmen such as basketball king Michael Jordan wore Nike gear. In 1987, they launched the Nike Air range and a year later the famous “Just do it” slogan. Nike now sell more sports clothes and equipment than any other company.The logoThe Nike logo is called the “Swoosh”. It represents the wing of Nike, the Ancient Greek goddess of victory. Caroline Davidson created it in 1971. She earned only $35 for her design. The first shoe with this logo came out in 1972 and now it is everywhere.The starsOther famous sports stars who have worn the Nike logo include the Brazilian footballer Ronaldo, the American golfer Tiger Woods and the British marathon runner Paula Radcliffe.UMBROThe historyHarold C Humphreys left school at the age of 13, and in 1920 started a small workshop in the north-east of England. Over the years this little enterprise expanded, and in 1924 Umbro (Humphreys Brothers) was founded. Since then, Umbro has had links with some of the world’s greatest football clubs, teams and players. In the 1966 World Cup, 15 out of the 16 teams, including the winners, England, wore Umbro shirts.The logoThe famous “double diamond” logo has not changed in half a century. Indeed, between 1954 and 1994 Brazil won four World Cups wearing this famous design.The starsNowadays, the most well-known stars who wear Umbro are John Terry and Michael Owen, along with members of England’s national football squad. Umbro currently make shirts for more than 30 national football teams.1. When did Nike start its business?A In the sixties.B In the mid-eighties.C In 1987.2. When was Umbro founded?A In 1920.B In 1924.C In 1966.3. Who designed the logo of Nike?A Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman.B Paula Radcliffe.C Caroline Davidson.4. Which of the following does not wear Umbro?A John Terry.B Michael Owen.C Tiger Woods.5. Which of the statements about “Swoosh” is right?A It is the slogan of Nike.B It represents the wing of Nike.C It was created in 1972.