Drexel University Athletics
Drexel Athletics Agrees to Deal with Nike and BSN SPORTS
7/16/2018 11:00:00 AM | Drexel Athletics
PHILADELPHIA – Drexel Athletics has entered into a five-year partnership with Nike through BSN SPORTS, the department announced on Monday. The agreement, which officially began on July 1, 2018, is part of BSN Sports Collegiate Select program, which aims to make BSN SPORTS a one-stop provider for all collegiate athletic, intramural, club and staff apparel and equipment to all DI, DII, DIII, NJCAA and NAIA schools.
The agreement includes numerous incentives in the form of discounts and rewards along with incentives for on-field achievements and additional marketing and promotional opportunities.
"Drexel is excited to formalize our long-standing relationship with both BSN Sports and Nike," said Director of Athletics Dr. Eric Zillmer. "This agreement further boosts the brand of Drexel Athletics. By partnering with these industry leaders we really believe that this will enhance the experience of our student-athletes. We are thankful to both Nike and BSN SPORTS for believing in Drexel and our athletic department and we will continue to work with them to find creative ways to publicize our distinct Dragon brand. Drexel Athletics is committed to the advancement of our programs and this agreement is part of the process."
"We are excited to partner with Drexel University and Nike in elevating the performance and impact of their athletics program," said Todd Northrop, Vice President of BSN SPORTS. "This strategic partnership provides the finest apparel and athletic products to the Dragon athletic teams and benefits each student-athlete representing the community on the athletic field or court. We are proud to be their partner and pleased that we can elevate the student-athlete experience."
BSN Sports Collegiate Select will partner with the company's key vendors to provide apparel and equipment to colleges and universities across the country.
About Nike, Inc.
Nike, Inc., based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world's leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. Wholly owned Nike, Inc. subsidiaries include Converse Inc., which designs, markets and distributes athletic lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories; and Hurley International LLC, which designs, markets and distributes surf and youth lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories.
ABOUT BSN SPORTS
BSN Sports is the leading marketer, manufacturer and distributor of sporting goods apparel and equipment. A division of Varsity Brands, BSN Sports markets and distributes its products to over 100,000 institutional and team sports customers in colleges and universities, middle and high schools, and recreational programs throughout the United States via catalog, e-commerce, and direct sales. Focused on providing game changing solutions through local partnerships, multi-brand selection and one-stop shopping for equipment and uniforms, BSN Sports' more than 2,000 employees have been helping elevate participation in team sports since 1972. For more information about BSN Sports please visit www.bsnsports.com.
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