Military Bowl secures extension with title sponsor

Global security company Northrop Grumman Corporation has extended its title sponsorship of the Military Bowl US college American football game.

The deal will run for three seasons, from 2016 through to 2018.

Under the agreement, the annual game will continue to be known as the Military Bowl presented by Northrop Grumman.

This year’s Military Bowl will take place at the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in Annapolis, Maryland on December 28.

The Naval Academy Athletic Association will retain its role as hosting sponsor for the 2015 game. Events DC will continue to serve as founding partner while a host of other brands such as 3M, Marriott International and Microsoft will also support this year's game.