Eastern Illinois University has made a five-year deal with athletic wear company Adidas.
The Charleston school says the Portland, Oregon-based company will be the Panthers' official source for footwear, apparel and accessories. The contract lasts through the 2019 season.
Adidas will supply EIU athletic programs with game and practice uniforms and travel and practice gear starting this fall.
EIU says Adidas supplies athletic gear to more than 70 collegiate programs.