Illinois
University of Illinois extends Nike deal
The athletics department of the University of Illinois and global sportswear giant Nike have agreed to a 10-year extension of their long-running partnership.
Chicago Sky joins WNBA’s jersey sponsorship set with Magellan deal
Women’s National Basketball Association team Chicago Sky has signed an expanded sponsorship agreement with Magellan under which the steel distributor will become its first dedicated jersey partner.
Chicago Marathon signs up electronics sponsor
Electronic solutions manufacturer Molex has agreed a deal to become an official sponsor of the Chicago Marathon.
Chicago Fire reinforces commercial roster with Magellan deal
Major League Soccer team Chicago Fire has announced a renewed multi-year partnership with global speciality steel distributor Magellan Corporation.
Assurance expands Chicago Cubs partnership
US insurance brokerage Assurance has opted to expand its partnership with MLB baseball franchise the Chicago Cubs.
Chicago Cubs launch American Airlines partnership
American Airlines has agreed a long-term deal with Chicago Cubs to become a legacy partner of the redevelopment project for the Major League Baseball team’s Wrigley Field home.
Chicago Fire extends with Quaker Oats – report
Major League Soccer team Chicago Fire has renewed its shirt sponsorship deal with locally based food conglomerate Quaker Oats, according to the Chicago Sun Times newspaper.
Cubs sign naming partner for spring training home
Major League Baseball franchise the Chicago Cubs has agreed a new partnership with water conservation products company Sloan Valve which includes naming rights to the team’s spring training facility.
Asics teams up with ITU’s Chicago events
Japanese sportswear manufacturer Asics has secured a deal to partner two showpiece International Triathlon Union events in Chicago.
Chicago Cubs warm up for Opening Night with Weber
Major League Baseball team Chicago Cubs has signed a multi-year sponsorship agreement with grill manufacturer Weber.
Open Championship to go Ahead with new partnership
Headwear, apparel and accessories manufacturer Ahead has reached an agreement to become the primary headwear provider to golf’s Open Championship for three years, beginning with the 2014 edition of the tournament.
Chicago White Sox earns its crust with Beggars Pizza
MLB baseball team the Chicago White Sox has agreed a multi-year partnership with locally based pizza chain Beggars Pizza.
Chicago Cubs feed on Giordano’s partnership
Chicago Cubs have entered into a three-year deal with locally based pizzeria Giordano’s that makes it the exclusive pizza of the MLB baseball team and its Wrigley Field home.
Chicago Blackhawks feeling lucky with Horseshoe Casino
NHL ice hockey team Chicago Blackhawks has entered into a sponsorship agreement with locally-based entertainment and gambling destination Horseshoe Casino for the remainder of this season.