"adidas is one of the top athletic brands in the world and we are excited for Eastern Illinois Athletics to continue our partnership with them," said EIU Director of Athletics Tom Michael. "For Eastern Illinois to be affiliated with one of the top apparel brands is just one of the many steps needed in attracting the top student-athletes to our programs. As a brand adidas brings instant recognition along with quality products. Through this partnership extension with adidas, EIU will be able to continue to improve upon the experience our student-athletes, coaches and fans will have over the next several years."

"We are excited to extend our partnership with Eastern Illinois University," said Jim Murphy, senior director of NCAA Sports Marketing at adidas North America. "Eastern Illinois has created a first-class competitive athletics program for its student-athletes and fans. Together, we'll continue to help Panther athletes achieve success at the highest possible level."
 
About Eastern Illinois University
Eastern Illinois University is a Division I - FCS program that competes in the Ohio Valley Conference for all sports except for Men's Soccer and Swimming that compete in the Summit League.  For more information about EIU, or to learn more about its growing assortment of academic programs and services, visit the university's website at www.eiu.edu
 
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.
 
Media Contacts
For more information please contact Rich Moser, Associate AD/Media & Public Relations… 217-581-7480 or rlmoser@eiu.edu