Rutgers introduces 'Rutgers Tough' shirts to support cancer research
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 11:00 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Rutgers has made 'Rutgers Tough' t-shirts available for online purchase after high demand during initial sales at home games. The initiative supports head coach Steve Pikiell, who is undergoing cancer treatment. Proceeds will benefit RWJBarnabas Health and the Rutgers Cancer Institute. The shirts were initially slated for limited sale at home games, but quickly sold out at Jersey Mike's Arena in the first match against New Haven. The shirts will be continued to be sold during upcoming home games against NJIT on November 10 and Bryant on November 13.
- •Shirts available online after high demand at home games.
- •Proceeds support RWJBarnabas Health and cancer research.
- •Continued sales during games on November 10 and 13.
- •Steve Pikiell is undergoing cancer treatment.
- •Sales originated from fan support for Pikiell's campaign.
- 11:00 AMYahoo Sports — Steve Pikiell’s “Rutgers Tough” Shirts Now Available Online
"Rutgers has put the shirts on sale after overwhelming support.
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