Editing HK Army (section)

=== Equipment and professional sponsorship in 2012 ===

By early 2012, HK Army was selling equipment beyond its original headwear and casual clothing. In February, ''Social Paintball'' reported the introduction of Shredder paintball cleats. The report also identified sponsorship relationships with [[San Diego Dynasty]], [[Russian Legion]] and Arsenal.[13]

In May 2012, HK Army signed the professional team [[San Francisco Explicit]]. The arrangement included new playing jerseys and a redesigned team logo. Steve Nabi represented HK Army in the announcement, while Explicit owner Rob Montiero confirmed the relationship.[14]

On 4 November 2012, HK Army announced a two-year agreement with San Diego Dynasty covering the 2013 and 2014 seasons. The equipment specified in the agreement included Hardline jerseys, protective pads and playing trousers, Eject harnesses, gear bags, backpacks, speed feeds and Shredder cleats.[9]

The agreement also provided for Dynasty to test new products and collaborate on their development. Plans included Dynasty-branded merchandise sold through ANSgear and joint promotion of training sessions, Streetball events and professional player clinics.[9]