KAP7
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Sporting goods |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Founder | Brad Schumacher, Wolf Wigo |
| Headquarters | Irvine, California , United States |
| Products | Water polo gear, athletic apparel, casual wear, sporting items (balls, goals) |
KAP7 International, Inc. is an American company that produces water polo gear, including athletic apparel such as one-piece swimsuits and swim briefs, casual wear like t-shirts and leggings, as well as essential sporting items like balls and goals.
History
Established in 2004 in Irvine, California, KAP7 was founded by Brad Schumacher and Wolf Wigo, who bring significant expertise to the enterprise. Schumacher boasts credentials as an Olympic gold medalist swimmer and water polo athlete, while Wigo is a veteran three-time Olympian in water polo. Their combined leadership has been instrumental in defining KAP7’s strategic direction and expansion within the sports equipment sector.
Water polo sponsorships
KAP7 maintains a prominent role as the sanctioned water polo ball supplier for numerous prominent leagues and organizations across the globe, strengthening its competitive positioning through international partnerships:
- Americas
- USA Water Polo (USAWP) has partnered with KAP7 since 2017, with agreements extended through 2021
- National Collegiate Athletic Association has collaborated with KAP7 since 2011, renewing contracts multiple times through 2020 for both men’s and women’s water polo tournaments
- Europe
- Ligue Européenne de Natation (LEN) has utilized KAP7 products since 2017 for leading European events including the European Water Polo Championship and LEN Champions League
- Oceania
- Water Polo Australia (WPA) has been supported by KAP7 since 2018, with ongoing renewals facilitating national youth competitions
- World
- World Aquatics (AQUA) will partner with KAP7 starting in 2025 as the official supplier for the World Aquatics Championships and U20 Water Polo Championships
These collaborations significantly bolster KAP7’s presence and influence within its targeted markets, contributing to its continued business development and brand prominence in the industry.