Verizon Wireless Announces Multi-Year Agreement with Clemson University Athletics
August 25, 2011
CLEMSON, SC – August 25, 2011 – Verizon Wireless and the Clemson University Athletic Department are today to announce a multi-year agreement, naming Verizon Wireless the official wireless provider for the Clemson University Athletic Department. The agreement includes sponsorship of Clemson sports, along with the Clemson Tiger Sports Network Radio, Clemson’s Tiger Tailgate Show and The Brad Brownell Show.
“Verizon Wireless is proud to provide the latest wireless technology and support to an athletic program that consistently reaches for academic success, personal development and excellence in athletic competition,” said Jerry Fountain, Verizon Wireless Carolinas/Tennessee region president. “Technology and communication are an integral part of a program’s success and Verizon is pleased to be part of the team.”
In addition to the multi-year athletic agreement, Verizon tablets and smartphones will be on display during game days to provide Tiger fans an interactive experience with the latest wireless technology. Tiger fans will also have the opportunity to win Verizon Wireless in-store prizes by registering at www.clemsontigers.com and www.myorangeupdate.com starting Monday, August 29, 2011.
“Clemson Athletics is extremely excited to align with Verizon Wireless,” said Mike Money, Director of Marketing for the Clemson Athletic Department. “Not only does Verizon bring the latest technology and most reliable network to Clemson fans, but they have great people and we are proud to be in a long-term relationship.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation’s fastest, most advanced 4G network and largest, most reliable 3G network. The company serves 106.3 million total wireless connections, including 89.7 million retail customers. Headquartered in Basking Ridge, N.J., with 83,000 employees nationwide, Verizon Wireless is a joint venture of Verizon Communications (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) and Vodafone (LSE, NASDAQ: VOD). For more information, visit www.verizonwireless.com. To preview and request broadcast-quality video footage and high-resolution stills of Verizon Wireless operations, log on to the Verizon Wireless Multimedia Library at www.verizonwireless.com/multimedia.
