Kilmarnock Football Club launches away kit inspired by Sir Alexander Fleming

Kilmarnock Football Club will be sporting an away kit inspired by the world-changing discovery of penicillin which was made by scientist Sir Alexander Fleming who studied in the town. The kit has been designed with the aim of inspiring youngsters across the region to embrace innovation by serving as a reminder that their contribution can have a lasting impact on society. In coming months, the design will be used as a tool to educate pupils about the discovery that revolutionised medicine, with the Killie Community team preparing to share Fleming’s story as part of their programmes in schools across Ayrshire.

The club has committed to donating a percentage of all jersey sales to local charity partner the Crosshouse Children’s Fund, which supports treatment of babies, children and young adults across Ayrshire.

The kit incorporates ECO8 technology - utilising eight recycled plastic bottles - to form each shirt, with high-performing polyester ensuring that material is sustainable and strong enough to brave the Scottish elements.

The bespoke kit has been designed in partnership with technical kit supplier deal Hummel UK.