Minnesota State High School League Ices Long Term Deal With Nike Bauer Hockey
ST. PAUL, Minn., March 7 /PRNewswire/ -- Nike Bauer Hockey, the world's leading and most-recognized manufacturer of hockey equipment, once again has demonstrated its commitment to the game of hockey at all levels by announcing a 10-year partnership extension with the Minnesota State High School League (MSHSL). As a result of the continued partnership, Nike Bauer Hockey will remain the official hockey equipment supplier for the MSHSL Boys' and Girls' Hockey Championships, which attract numerous teams and student-athletes from across Minnesota.
"I am delighted that Nike Bauer Hockey and the Minnesota State High School League have developed a long-term partnership," said Dave Stead, Executive Director, MSHSL. "Our joint efforts will recognize hockey players through League initiatives as we support the educational athletic programs in our member schools." Through its partnership with the MSHSL, Nike Bauer Hockey further strengthens its position as the choice for all players, from the youth skater to the most elite NHL athlete. Nike Bauer Hockey continues to focus on growing the game of hockey at all levels and it recently unveiled the Nike Bauer Tournament Series, which encompasses some of the world's most prestigious hockey tournaments.
In addition to its ongoing sponsorship with the MSHSL, Nike Bauer Hockey will donate $5,000 annually to the MSHSL Foundation to be used for emerging high school hockey programs or those in need of additional funding and support. "We are obviously pleased to continue our long-standing partnership with the MSHSL, but we are even more excited to give back to the Minnesota hockey community and assist those that may need financial support," said Ed Saunders, U.S. Marketing Director, Nike Bauer Hockey. "As a company, our goal is to not only provide the world's most innovative products, but also to ensure the game remains healthy and strong throughout the world." Nike Bauer Hockey is also unveiling its "Why We Play" campaign during the Let's Play Hockey Expo on March 7-8 at the St. Paul Rivercentre connected to the Xcel Energy Center. Visitors to the Nike Bauer Hockey booth can spin "The Supreme Wheel" for a chance to win the revolutionary, soon-to-be-released Nike Bauer SUPREME One95 ice hockey skates and other exciting Nike Bauer Hockey merchandise. For more information on the "Why We Play" campaign and the Nike Bauer Tournament Series, log onto www.Nikebauer.com
About Nike Bauer Hockey Nike Bauer Hockey Inc. is the world's most recognized designer, marketer and manufacturer of ice and roller hockey equipment, fitness and recreational skates. A subsidiary of Nike, Inc., its mission is to inspire athletes with innovative products, while continuing to invest in programs that will ensure the growth of hockey and related sports worldwide.
CONTACT: Steve Jones of Nike Bauer Hockey, +1-603-430-2111, Web site: http://www.nikebauer.com/
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