Nike founder Phil Knight has helped build Oregon athletics to a level that Oklahoma State hopes to surpass

 
By George Schroeder
Published: September 11, 2006

The jersey -- No. 1, of course -- hangs in his very own locker in college football's best locker room.

The personal space is Oregon 's way of saying thanks to Nike founder Phil Knight , who has helped transform the Ducks' facilities and fortunes with an infusion of cash and Q rating.

"His support and giving elevated our exposure and the expectations people had," said Jim Bartko , a former Oregon associate a...


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