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WKU, Russell Athletic to end on-field sponsorship

Western Kentucky and Russell Athletic will no longer be on-field partners, the university announced Monday afternoon.

WKU and Russell have mutually decided to discontinue their exclusive on-field sponsorship agreement as of June 30. The school also announced that Russell Athletic will continue to partner with WKU as an apparel license.

“We have enjoyed a terrific partnership with Russell Athletic over the last 10 years,” athletic director Todd Stewart said in a statement. “Our athletics programs have experienced significant growth during this time, and we are deeply appreciative to Fruit of the Loom and Russell Athletic for their vital role.