Southern Illinois Athletics Names SI Roofing & Siding an Official Partner of Saluki Football and the First On-Field Logo Sponsor at Saluki Stadium
10/02/2025 | 8:00:00 | Football, General
CARBONDALE, Ill. – Southern Illinois Athletics and Learfield's Suluki Sports Properties announced today a groundbreaking new partnership with SI Roofing & Siding, naming the locally-owned business an Official Partner of Saluki Football. As part of the three-year commitment, SI Roofing & Siding will become the first-ever corporate partner at SIU to see its branding adorn the field at Saluki Stadium.
The on-field logos, which will appear on both 25-yard lines beginning with the Oct. 4 home contest against Indiana State, will provide premium visibility for the SI Roofing & Siding brand as nearly 50,000 fans attended games at Saluki Stadium a season ago.
"We are so proud to partner with SI Roofing & Siding, and we are thankful for their continued support," said SIU Athletics Director Tim Leonard. "To win at the highest level, we need support from our community, fans, and local businesses. We are appreciative of every fan who buys a ticket and every sponsor that invests in our mission."
In addition to the premium on-field logo assets and official partner designation, SI Roofing & Siding will also serve as the presenting sponsor of SIU's annual Military Appreciation Game against South Dakota on Nov. 15, as well as a suite of digital marketing assets across Saluki Football and Men's Basketball. As presenting sponsor of the Military Appreciation Game, SI Roofing & Siding will award one local military veteran each year with a new roof on their home.
"I believe the heart of a strong community revolves around local businesses and giving back," said owner Lee Pearson. "I am blessed and honored to be the Southern Illinois top roofing company, to support our veterans and local charities, and to now be an Official Partner of Saluki Athletics."
Based in nearby Marion, Ill., SI Roofing & Siding is the leading roofing contractor in Southern Illinois, providing a comprehensive range of roofing solutions for both residential and commercial properties with exceptional service and expertise and top quality workmanship.
"We are thrilled to welcome SI Roofing & Siding to the Saluki family and name them an Official Partner of Saluki Football," said Jonathan Ihrig, General Manager of Saluki Sports Properties. "Their commitment to SIU Athletics, the Saluki community and local military veterans in Southern Illinois makes us beyond proud to see their logo on the playing surface inside Saluki Stadium."
Saluki Sports Properties, the locally based team of Learfield – the media and technology company powering college athletics – is the exclusive multimedia rights holder for Southern Illinois Athletics and oversees all sponsorship agreements on behalf of the Salukis.
About SIU Athletics
Saluki Athletics sponsors nationally competitive athletic programs that exemplify integrity, toughness and excellence. All members of the department work to support Saluki student-athletes in graduating and winning championships while building pride within our campus and community. In doing so, students and staff demonstrate leadership, respect and compassion for others.
With 16 Division I athletics programs, Saluki Athletics competes at some of the highest levels of collegiate athletics. SIU has won numerous NCAA championships across various sports, sent multiple athletes to the Olympics, and celebrated dozens of players play professionally. Rooted in tradition with a forward-thinking mindset, the Salukis are prepared to continue this success far into the future.
About Learfield
Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield's presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors' Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.
The on-field logos, which will appear on both 25-yard lines beginning with the Oct. 4 home contest against Indiana State, will provide premium visibility for the SI Roofing & Siding brand as nearly 50,000 fans attended games at Saluki Stadium a season ago.
"We are so proud to partner with SI Roofing & Siding, and we are thankful for their continued support," said SIU Athletics Director Tim Leonard. "To win at the highest level, we need support from our community, fans, and local businesses. We are appreciative of every fan who buys a ticket and every sponsor that invests in our mission."
In addition to the premium on-field logo assets and official partner designation, SI Roofing & Siding will also serve as the presenting sponsor of SIU's annual Military Appreciation Game against South Dakota on Nov. 15, as well as a suite of digital marketing assets across Saluki Football and Men's Basketball. As presenting sponsor of the Military Appreciation Game, SI Roofing & Siding will award one local military veteran each year with a new roof on their home.
"I believe the heart of a strong community revolves around local businesses and giving back," said owner Lee Pearson. "I am blessed and honored to be the Southern Illinois top roofing company, to support our veterans and local charities, and to now be an Official Partner of Saluki Athletics."
Based in nearby Marion, Ill., SI Roofing & Siding is the leading roofing contractor in Southern Illinois, providing a comprehensive range of roofing solutions for both residential and commercial properties with exceptional service and expertise and top quality workmanship.
"We are thrilled to welcome SI Roofing & Siding to the Saluki family and name them an Official Partner of Saluki Football," said Jonathan Ihrig, General Manager of Saluki Sports Properties. "Their commitment to SIU Athletics, the Saluki community and local military veterans in Southern Illinois makes us beyond proud to see their logo on the playing surface inside Saluki Stadium."
Saluki Sports Properties, the locally based team of Learfield – the media and technology company powering college athletics – is the exclusive multimedia rights holder for Southern Illinois Athletics and oversees all sponsorship agreements on behalf of the Salukis.
About SIU Athletics
Saluki Athletics sponsors nationally competitive athletic programs that exemplify integrity, toughness and excellence. All members of the department work to support Saluki student-athletes in graduating and winning championships while building pride within our campus and community. In doing so, students and staff demonstrate leadership, respect and compassion for others.
With 16 Division I athletics programs, Saluki Athletics competes at some of the highest levels of collegiate athletics. SIU has won numerous NCAA championships across various sports, sent multiple athletes to the Olympics, and celebrated dozens of players play professionally. Rooted in tradition with a forward-thinking mindset, the Salukis are prepared to continue this success far into the future.
About Learfield
Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield's presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors' Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.
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