Aug. 5, 2004

Moraga, CA - Saint Mary's College and adidas have signed a three-year agreement, during which time the worldwide footwear and apparel company will become the official outfitter of Gael Athletics. "This is a terrific opportunity to receive the sponsorship of adidas for all of our athletic programs and we appreciate and value the support that has been offered," Saint Mary's Director of Athletics Carl R. Clapp said. "Our colleagues at adidas are to be commended for supporting the needs of student-athletes at Saint Mary's." Saint Mary's is part of a collegiate family consisting of historic programs such as Notre Dame, University of Tennessee, University of Nebraska, University of Louisville, University of Wisconsin, and UCLA, as well as other recent additions including University of Indiana, University of Pittsburgh and North Carolina State University among others. West Coast Conference schools Loyola Marymount, and recently San Diego, are also under contract with adidas. "We are excited to have our relationship with Saint Mary's College develop into an all-sport sponsorship," Tom Mercer, Director of Team Sports for adidas America, said. "This is a great opportunity for adidas and Saint Mary's College, and this sponsorship shows the commitment adidas is willing to make for the success of both parties."