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April 30, 2008

Gallaudet Athletics announces apparel contract with adidas

WASHINGTON, D.C.--Gallaudet Athletics introduces a partnership with adidas, an international sports brand, for athletic apparel. Interim Athletic Director Mike Weinstock commented, "our student-athletes deserve an optimal brand of apparel while they represent our school in intercollegiate sporting events. I'm pleased to see us partake in this endeavor that will be mutually beneficial for Gallaudet and adidas."

The transition of Gallaudet Athletics' sporting apparel will start with men's and women's basketball, football as well as volleyball, and continue expanding to more Bison sports within a time frame. Men's and women's soccer are already using adidas team uniforms and equipment.

Adidas will also be providing apparel for coaches and in-house staff as part of the terms of the contract.

For more information regarding contracts and sponsorship, please contact Oscar Ocuto, Marketing & Media Coordinator/Sports Information.