CHICAGO, Ill. (September 17, 2025) – Chicago State University (CSU) is proud to announce a new partnership with Coco5, a Chicago-born, all-natural hydration beverage company, as the official hydration provider for Cougar Athletics. This collaboration marks a shared commitment to supporting student-athlete performance and wellness across all CSU sports programs.
Beginning this athletic season, Coco5 will supply its premium hydration products to all Chicago State University athletic teams, enhancing recovery and performance with clean, coconut water-based drinks free from artificial ingredients and added sugars.
"Being a brand that originated in Chicago, we are thrilled to be partnering with Chicago State University to fulfill all their hydration needs for their upcoming athletic seasons across all sports," said
Miles Reynolds, former professional basketball player and Coco5's Director of Athlete Relations. "We're hopeful that the implementation of our premium hydration will give Cougar athletes a bit of an upper hand on their opponents and fuels them to perform at their best."
This partnership aligns with CSU's mission to provide its student-athletes with the best tools and resources to succeed both on and off the field. The introduction of Coco5 into CSU's hydration regimen is part of a broader initiative to support health, performance, and recovery with clean and effective products.
"We're excited to welcome Coco5 to the Cougar family," said
Dr. Monique Carroll Vice President and Director of Intercollegiate Athletics. "Partnering with a homegrown brand that shares our values and commitment to excellence is a win for our athletes and for the community. We look forward to the positive impact this collaboration will have throughout the season.
The partnership will also include joint community engagement initiatives and promotional opportunities that highlight the shared Chicago roots of both Coco5 and CSU.
For more information about Chicago State University Athletics, visit
Chicago State University Athletics - Official Athletics Website, and to learn more about Coco5, visit
Coco5 - Active Hydration - Real Hydration to help you Stay In Motion.
