Back to School Custom Patches: From Mascot to Founder

Back to School with NoSo. This images features a collage including a college photo of Kelli as the University of Toledo mascot Rocket, and a couple of patches for Uni of Toledo is dark blue

It’s back to school season across the country, and NoSo Patches is celebrating with a special custom order that hits close to home. We recently designed exclusive custom patches for the University of Toledo Rockets—available for purchase this semester and perfect for game day gear.

This project was extra meaningful for our founder, who literally was the mascot at the University of Toledo. Today, she’s still cheering on the NoSo team as our fearless leader.

From Rocky the Rocket to NoSo Founder

“I WAS ROCKY!” recalls our Founder, Kelli Jones. “Yes, that was me under the helmet. Going from mascot → founder → designing custom patches for the team I once suited up for? That’s a full-circle moment I’ll never forget. Go Rockets! Can’t wait to see y’all rocking these this fall—let me know if you spot one in the wild.”

Custom Patches for Game Day & Beyond

While we love the Rockets, NoSo Customs creates custom patches for any business or organization. With back to school season in full swing, schools and universities are discovering how custom patches can sustainably repair game day fits while showcasing team spirit with functional flair.

We’ve designed custom patches for colleges nationwide, including Colorado School of Mines, University of Wyoming, Bowdoin, and Dartmouth. But our custom order capabilities extend far beyond academia—from corporate teams and local businesses to nonprofits and community organizations, we help any group create meaningful, sustainable branding through custom patches that repair and represent.

Custom NoSo patches for your University!

Sustainable Branding with Custom Patches

For any business or organization seeking creative, sustainable ways to promote their values, NoSo Patches offers a unique opportunity. Our custom patches allow brands to communicate their mission while fostering connection and community through sustainable repair solutions.

Ready to showcase your brand? Partner with NoSo Patches to bring your message to life—one patch at a time.

Contact us about your own custom repair patches and explore the NoSo Cares collection.