Special pinstripe socks, manufactured by United Legwear & Apparel Co., are distributed To Sun., 1 Sept. as a promotional gift for the first 18,000 guests at Yankee Stadium

NEW YORK, 28 August 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The New York Yankees, Big taskAnd United Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC) have designed high-quality pinstripe sports socks with two embroidered logos: the The Yankees’ iconic interlocking NY logo and the Aaron Judge x Tall Order logo.

To Sunday, September 1, 2024 — just before the 23rd^rd Anniversary of September 11th – these commemorative quarter crew style socks will be the designated giveaway at Yankee Stadium on Performance Sock Daywhere the first 18,000 guests will receive a pair of these exclusive Quarter Crew socks.

Tall Order was launched in 2017 by Dan And Michael Friedmanwhose father Andreas died in the attacks on the World Trade Center on September 11. With her mother LisaThey brought supplies and socks to the first responders at Ground Zero and vowed to one day give back. To fulfill their promise, Tall Order donates a portion of the proceeds from sales to health and human services organizations and select nonprofits.

“It is an honor for the Yankees to work closely with Tall Order, which puts so much energy into such a meaningful and impactful charity,” said Deborah A. TymonSenior Vice President of Marketing for the New York Yankees.

“Aaron contacted us in 2021 to make him custom socks and the rest is history,” said Lisa Friedman. “He is now an equity partner in the company along with United Legwear & Apparel Co. The socks that will be given to fans next month are replicas of Aaron’s custom performance socks.”

As a sign of support for Tall Order’s mission and the upcoming anniversary of September 11, ULAC, which manufactures and distributes Tall Order’s products, is generously donating 15% of September sales (exceptions apply; see tallorder.com for details) to the Tunnel to the towersULAC also donated 18,000 pairs of socks for the stadium gift.

“I will never forget the first game at Yankee Stadium two weeks after the attacks,” said Isaac E. AshPresident and CEO of United Legwear & Apparel Co. “Baseball and our New York Yankees have helped the city begin the healing process. It’s my pleasure to give back.”

“The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is truly grateful for the support of United Legwear & Apparel Co., Tall Order and the New York Yankees,” said Frank SillerChairman and CEO of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. “Your generosity will advance our mission to educate future generations about the heroism that 11 September 2001provide for the families of military members and first responders and work to eliminate homelessness within the veteran community.”

About the New York Yankees

Founded in 1903, the New York Yankees (www.yankees.com and @yankees on social media) are the most successful and popular team in Major League Baseball history, having won 27 World Series championships and 40 American League championships. The club plays its home games at Yankee Stadium, which won a Tripadvisor Travelers’ Choice Award in both 2023 and 2024. As one of the New York City The stadium is one of the world’s most visited tourist destinations and hosts numerous non-baseball events, including concerts, soccer, and college football’s Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl. Due to their on-field prowess and their iconic interlocking “NY” logo, the Yankees’ brand is one of the most recognized in the world.

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About Tall Order

Tall Order is a premium clothing and accessories company that focuses on regular and extended sizes and comfort for all. The company was founded by twin brothers Mike and Dan Friedman to fulfill the “great task” of giving something back in memory of her father and the victim of September 11, Andrew Friedman. A portion of all proceeds will be donated to many health and social service organizations, including those supporting communities that have suffered tragic loss, first responders, and military families.

Press contact: Lisa Friedman | (email protected)

About United Legwear & Apparel Co.

United Legwear & Apparel Co. (unitedlegwear.com) is 26 years old New York City-based global designer, manufacturer and distributor of legwear, bodywear, apparel and accessories. Founded by Isaac E. AshUnited Legwear & Apparel Co. (ULAC) is a joint venture partner with PUMA North America and has distribution partnerships with Scotch & Soda, Hurley and Ted Baker; maintains highly recognized licensed brands such as Skechers, Van HeusenDKNY, Champion and Weatherproof; owns the Pro Player and Lemon brands and has a portfolio of private labels. ULAC’s mission is to manufacture and distribute products of the highest quality and value, operating with integrity and fairness.

Press contact: Rita Polidori O’Brien | (email protected)

About the Tunnel to Towers Foundation

Born out of the tragedy of 9/11, the Tunnel to Towers Foundation pursues its mission to “do good” by providing mortgage-free homes to families of Gold Star and fallen first responders with young children and building specially adapted smart homes for severely injured veterans and first responders. Tunnel to Towers is also committed to eliminating homelessness among veterans and helping America never forgets September 11, 2001. Visit T2T.org to learn more and follow Tunnel to Towers on Facebook, X and Instagram at @Tunnel2Towers.

Press contact: Caroline Magyarits | (email protected)

SOURCE: United Legwear & Apparel Co.