CHICAGO, Ill. -- Chicago State University Athletics has entered into a multi-year agreement with Game One and adidas, naming them the official providers of athletic apparel and equipment for the Cougars.
The partnership ensures that all CSU athletic programs will be outfitted in adidas gear, delivered through Game One, a leading team dealer for collegiate sports.
"We are thrilled to launch our partnership with one of the world's most iconic brands and a leader in the global sports industry," said Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics Dr. Monique Carroll. "This collaboration will ensure brand consistency and will also enhance the support and resources we provide to our student-athletes, coaches, and the entire Chicago State community. We look forward to strengthening the Cougar brand and expanding our reach through this dynamic partnership with Game One and adidas."
The new agreement introduces adidas as the official athletic footwear, apparel and accessory brand of Chicago State's 16 Division I intercollegiate sports programs through June 30, 2030.
"Partnering with Chicago State University is a tremendous honor," said President and CEO of Game One Pat Weber. "Our sales and service team appreciates Director of Athletics Dr. Monique Carroll and her administration. We pledge to provide an elevated commitment to Chicago State University Athletics and an elite student-athlete experience. With football being added to their university, hat a great opportunity to lock arms with adidas while celebrating the momentum on CSU's campus."
Game One is the fastest growing sports equipment, apparel and uniform supplier in the country, serving a loyal customer base of nearly 150 colleges, universities, and conferences nationwide. It is the largest team supplier of adidas in the nation.
"It has been a pleasure to work with Chicago State University to initiate this new partnership with adidas," noted Tim McMurray, Vice President of Collegiate Partnerships for Game One. "With the collegiate athletics landscape ever evolving, we strive to continue to be innovative and a changemaker. Special thanks to Dr. Carroll, (Deputy AD) Julie Hall, and the Chicago State procurement team for their collaboration throughout the process."
About adidas
adidas is a global designer and developer of athletic and lifestyle footwear, apparel and accessories with the mission to be the best sports brand in the world. As an innovation and design leader, adidas engineers the best in high-performance products to make athletes better, faster and stronger and creates a range of classic and fresh lifestyle and high-fashion lines.
About Game One
Game One is a one-stop shop for premium intercollegiate athletic uniforms, apparel, equipment, facility products, and more. From partnerships with teams and organizations to work and dedication with local communities, Game One continually strives to take on every day, season, and competition with excitement and purpose. Focused on an intercollegiate athletics business model that has grown by 33 percent in the past year, Game One continues to expand their sales and service model throughout the nation. For partnership opportunities, please contact Vice President – Collegiate Partnerships Tim McMurray at tim.mcmurray@game-one.com.
