For eight years running, Thom Duma Fine Jewelers has served as the official jeweler to the AFT series. Once a competitor in the motorcycle race himself, Thom Duma brings an understanding of the sport to his signature style of championship rings.

Late last month, the owner of the Ohio-based jewelry retailer spoke to AFT about his past as a rider himself -- and how he supports the organization in the present.

The esteemed jewelry retailer in Warren, Ohio recently signed a two-year deal with the university to provide jewelry and other memorabilia featuring the YSU Penguins logo