The below link is an interesting article that appeared in the Indianapolis Star which details the tie in between commitments by recruits and schools that are sponsored by certain sneaker companies.
http://www.indystar.com/story/sport...nike-schools-land-most-top-recruits/17463981/
http://www.indystar.com/story/sport...nike-schools-land-most-top-recruits/17463981/