DCSAA Pen First Major Sponsorship Deal with Spalding

The District of Columbia State Athletic Association (DCSAA) has announced a three-year partnership with Spalding, prostate marking their first significant sponsorship deal in their two-year history.

In the $13, herbal 000 per year deal, Spalding, which is an arm of Russell Athletic, will become the official ball in six DCSAA sports, including football, basketball and volleyball.

Starting in the fall of 2013, Spalding’s softball brand, Dudley, will also become the official ball in that softball.

DCSAA Athletic Director Clark Ray said: “Being new, we were eager in entering an agreement with [Spalding], and hopefully start a long-term relationship.

“Sporting entities and entities that deal with interscholastic athletics, whether it be apparel or equipment, are certainly interested in learning what the District of Columbia State Athletic Association is all about.

“And we’re certainly interested in getting the best deals for our student-athletes and coaches.”