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Corporate Sponsorship & Marketing Opportunities

The Youngstown State Athletics "Corporate Partner” program provides sponsors an "effective and fun" alternative to reach fans, consumers and clients at a very affordable investment. Numerous local, regional and national companies have enjoyed positive results with a YSU Athletics partnership.

An association with Youngstown State University and the college athletic atmosphere provides companies with a unique opportunity to have their message reach the great fans and alumni of this area. YSU has almost 7,000 season-ticket holders total in the sports of football and basketball.

Your support is an important investment in the future of our student-athletes and our community. YSU athletics offers a "FAN"tastic way to engage with prospective clients while helping to shape the future of Penguins' Athletics.

The YSU Athletic Marketing staff prides itself on fulfillment of each sponsor's package. The marketing staff works with each sponsor to execute each element. Companies that partner with YSU Athletics can expect to numerous benefits through their agreement with an enjoyable, easy-to-execute and valuable presence.

Youngstown State coaches stress teamwork to the student-athletes. This has provided the foundation for the school's success both on and off the fields of competition. Just like our teams, the YSU Athletic Marketing staff provides the best possible "TEAMWORK" with our corporate sponsors. We will work to ensure the partnership is a success for all involved from the first meeting through its season-long execution. YSU brings a passion for Sports Marketing to the table and will strive to provide a creative package to reach our loyal fans and help your company achieve its marketing objectives.

Athletic Marketing Objective

Our objective is to build PARTNERSHIPS with local, regional and national businesses that will blossom into lasting relationships. The YSU Athletic Marketing staff can provide Penguins' sponsors with a package that includes broadcast media, football and basketball game day program advertisement, stadium/arena signage, tickets, game promotions/giveaways and access to a campus that attracts more than 15,000 students, faculty, staff and visitors each day.

  • YSU's corporate partner program is predicated upon value for the participating company.
  • Sponsor programs will be custom-built and executed with added "value".
  • YSU's sponsors help shape and advance the future of Penguins Athletics.
  • Penguins' sponsors INVEST in the student-athletes.

Corporate Sponsorship Team

Robb Schmidt Robb
Schmidt
Chris Sumner Chris
Sumner
  • Assistant Athletics Director, Corporate Sponsorships & Athletic Marketing
  • Bio | cmsumner@ysu.edu
Tim Norris Tim
Norris