Winchester Gymnast Joins Tom Brady and Michael Phelps

Winchester will be joining a list that includes a three-time Super Bowl winner, a 16-time Olympic medalist and a gold medal skier.

Under Armour, the company that sells sports apparel, announced on Thursday, August 18 that Sacramone has signed a sponsorship deal with the Maryland-based company. She joins Tom Brady, Michael Phelps and Lindsay Vonn, along with other athletes Under Armour has partnered with.

Sacramone, who is also the first gymnast signed by the company, worked with the company on the design of a custom-made Under Armour leotard and will serve as a key Olympic ambassador for the brand.

“Alicia’s commitment to training and her determination to perform at the highest level makes her an inspiration to young athletes across the world and an ideal fit for the Under Armour Brand,” said Tori Hanna, Director, Women's Sports Marketing, Under Armour said in a press release. “While her numerous medals and accolades are a clear reflection of her talent, it is her indomitable spirit that sets her apart as a natural choice to become the first Under Armour athlete on the gymnastics floor.”    

In addition to being a member of the silver medal-winning U.S. Olympic team in 2008, Sacramone is currently tied for the highest career tally of World Championship medals for U.S. gymnasts, including three golds, four silvers and two bronzes, according to the release. Sacramone has been named USA Gymnastics’ Sportswoman of the Year four times (’05, ’06, ’07, ’10) and holds five U.S. vault titles as well as two U.S. National floor exercise crowns.

“I’m honored to join the Under Armour family, as Under Armour’s emphasis on training and its dedication to the next generation of athletes aligns perfectly with my core values,” said Sacramone in the release. “I’ve always admired Under Armour apparel for its performance and style and now, to get the chance to work alongside such a high caliber of world champion athletes, it’s just an unbelievable opportunity.” 

Sacramone is currently training as she tries to qualify for the 2012 Olympics in London. She is a 2006 graduate of