SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Missouri State University Athletics and adidas® have recently extended their partnership for the next five years. The Portland, Oregon-based company will continue to be the official outfitter of the Bears through June 30, 2031 with two one-year renewal options beyond that.
 
The extension was approved by the Missouri State University Board of Governors at its Feb. 20 meeting with terms of the new agreement taking effect on July 1.
 
As part of the logistics of the agreement, Game One will become the official "team dealer" and authorized third-party vendor for Missouri State to provide adidas® apparel, footwear and equipment. The terms of the Game One agreement coincide with the timing of the over-arching adidas® contract.
 
The partnership between the university and adidas® began in 2014 in an effort to unify the branding of all Missouri State intercollegiate programs and spirit squads, in addition to the quality standard of the adidas® product lines.
 
"Adidas is one of the most recognized athletic brands in the world, and we are excited to continue our partnership," said Director of Athletics Patrick Ransdell. "We continue to grow our student-athlete experience, and outfitting our teams with a global brand is certainly part of our efforts. We are excited about our future and the implications of a continued partnership with adidas®."

"We are thrilled to welcome Missouri State University as one of our newest Game One partners," said Pat Weber, CEO and President of Game One. "Under the leadership of Patrick Ransdell, Missouri State's current trajectory has a very high ceiling, and we are thrilled to be part of that momentum.  What a great opportunity to lock arms with adidas while serving and celebrating Mo State's talented student-athletes, quality coaches, and outstanding campus." 
 
"It is both a pleasure and privilege to become Missouri State's apparel and equipment team dealer during this historic transition to FBS and Conference USA competition," Tim McMurray, Vice President of Collegiate Partnerships noted. "Having known Patrick for many years and working closely with Casey Hunt to finalize this contract, it is evident that the leadership in Springfield is committed to an elite athletics program. This partnership will assist in blazing a trail for both Bear Athletics and the entire Missouri State campus." 
   
 
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.
 
About Game One
Game One is a one-stop shop for premium intercollegiate athletic uniforms, apparel, equipment, facility products, and more.  From partnerships with teams and organizations to work and dedication with local communities, Game One continually strives to take on every day, season, and competition with excitement and purpose. 
 
Focused on an intercollegiate athletics business model that has grown by almost 30 percent in the past year, Game One continues to expand its sales and service model in this space.   For partnership opportunities, please contact Tim McMurray, Vice President – Collegiate Partnerships (tim.mcmurray@game-one.com).