Under Armour official partner with Men's Basketball
01/11/2010 | 12:00:00 | Men's Basketball
Jan. 11, 2010
BALTIMORE, Md. - Under Armour, Inc. (NYSE:UA) and Southern Illinois University today announced a multi-faceted three-year partnership that designates Under Armour as the official outfitter for the Saluki men's basketball team. The Saluki football and softball teams are also outfitted by Under Armour.
Under Armour will supply SIU's players, coaches and staff with its technologically advanced line of performance basketball apparel, footwear and accessories. The Salukis are the latest in a growing line of powerhouse basketball programs to form a partnership with Under Armour. The brand has official outfitter relationships in the Atlantic Coast Conference, the Southeast Conference, the Big 12 and the Big East conferences.
"We are one of a select group of basketball clients in the Under Amour family, and they have treated us extremely well," said Saluki head coach Chris Lowery. "Their apparel has really been a hit with our players and staff. We are very excited to be a part of the Under Amour family and look forward to continued success with them."
Under Armour, a leading manufacturer of performance apparel, footwear and accessories, has transitioned athletes into moisture-wicking apparel since 1996. Under Armour products are sold worldwide and worn by athletes at all levels, from youth to professional, on playing fields around the globe.