I just read a press release about Arsenal Football Club doing its bit for the planet.  OK, England hasnt done well at all in the world cup so maybe a bit of recycled textile will help them in 2014.  I have copied the press release below:

Arsenal Football Club has revealed its new home kit for the 2010/11 season*, now available to pre-order, via www.arsenal.com and through Club outlets.

The 70s style shirt is made up of a block red body with a white round neck collar, and white sleeves. Inside the shirt on the back of the club crest is inscribed Arsenal’s motto: “Victoria, Concordia, Crescit”. The shorts and socks are white.

While the design is traditional, the technology is cutting edge. Every shirt is made entirely from recycled polyester, crafted from up to eight plastic water bottles as part of Nike’s ‘Considered Design’ programme, which sees discarded plastic bottles diverted from landfills to be used in the manufacturing process.**   
 
The improved Nike Dri-Fit fabric, now 13% lighter than previous kits, helps to quickly evaporate moisture by drawing it through the fabric to the surface, to keep players dry. Ventilation zones on the sides of the jersey enhance breathability by up to 7%. And the double knit structure of the jersey gives it 10% more stretch.

The classic design and ethical makeup of the kit have already proved a big hit with the Arsenal players.

So when are our American football teams going to follow this?