Official Sponsors of Notre Dame Athletics

Notre Dame business school and Athletics team up to empower student-athletes

The strong association between athletics and executive leadership is the focus of a new sponsorship agreement between Notre Dame Global Partnerships (NDGP), the multimedia rightsholder for Notre Dame Athletics, and the Mendoza College of Business to support student-athletes through the College’s highly ranked graduate business programs.

WHOOP Becomes Official Partner of Notre Dame Athletics

WHOOP and Notre Dame Global Partnerships announced a two-year partnership today, with WHOOP providing wearable technology for select Notre Dame Athletics programs. In alignment with the Notre Dame Sports Performance Department’s culture, the collaboration aims to optimize the health, wellbeing, and performance of Notre Dame Student-Athletes.

Verizon Becomes Official Sponsor of Notre Dame Athletics

Notre Dame Global Partnerships (NDGP), the multimedia rightsholder for the University of Notre Dame Athletics Department, announced today a new multi-year partnership beginning with the 2024-25 season with Verizon. Verizon Communications Inc., who powers and empowers how its millions of customers live, work and play, delivering on their demand for mobility, reliable network connectivity and security, will become an official sponsor of Notre Dame Athletics and its 26 varsity athletic teams.

DICK'S Sporting Goods Becomes Official Sporting Goods Retailer of Notre Dame Athletics in Multi-Year Partnership

DICK’S Sporting Goods (NYSE: DKS) and Notre Dame Global Partnerships today announced a multi-year, fully integrated partnership, with DICK’S becoming the Official Sporting Goods Retailer of Notre Dame Athletics. This collaboration aims to enhance the fan experience and foster a deep connection within the Notre Dame community. 

Notre Dame Announces the Return of the Citi Shamrock Classic in Conjunction with Citi, NBC Sports, and Notre Dame Global Partnerships

Notre Dame Global Partnerships (NDGP), the multimedia rightsholder for the University of Notre Dame Athletics Department, in conjunction with Citi, NBC Sports, and Notre Dame Athletics, is pleased to announce the matchup for the second annual Citi Shamrock Classic. The 2023 edition, featuring the University of Illinois as the Fighting Irish’s opponent, will air live on NBC and stream on Peacock at 1 p.m. ET on Saturday, November 18th from Washington, D.C.

Teeling® Whiskey Named the Official Irish Whiskey Partner of Notre Dame Fans

TEELING Whiskey Company, the brand committed to bringing small batch, big flavour to Irish Whiskey, is delighted to announce its partnership with Notre Dame Global Partners as the Official Irish Whiskey Partner of Notre Dame Fans in the US. This ground-breaking, long-term partnership kicks off on the heels of TEELING’s sponsorship of the Notre Dame vs. Navy football game in the Aer Lingus College Football Classic in Dublin on August 26th, marking the 96th game played between the Fighting Irish and Navy’s Midshipmen. Amplifying their shared Irish heritage and values, TEELING and Notre Dame’s partnership – the first spirit partnership for the Fighting Irish – combines their daring innovation and independent spirit, as well as the brands’ progressive approaches and commitments to excellence.

Yeti Becomes Official Sponsor of Notre Dame Athletics

Notre Dame Global Partnerships (NDGP), the multimedia rightsholder for the University of Notre Dame Athletics Department, announced today a new sponsorship with YETI. The global designer, retailer, and distributor of innovative and premium outdoor products will become an official sponsor of Notre Dame Athletics and its 26 varsity athletic teams.

Notre Dame Athletics and Meijer Strengthen Partnership, Unveil New Community Initiatives and Headset Branding

Notre Dame Athletics and Meijer proudly announce the 26th year of their partnership, which will be celebrated with a long-term extension and enhanced collaborations starting this fall. Beginning with the upcoming August 26th season opener against Navy in Dublin, Ireland, the marks of the iconic midwest retailer will now be featured on Notre Dame Football coaches’ headsets, further increasing brand visibility and reflecting the long-standing partnership.

DIRECTV Becomes Official Sponsor of Notre Dame Athletics

Notre Dame Global Partnerships (NDGP), the multimedia rightsholder for the University of Notre Dame Athletics Department, announced today a new sponsorship with DIRECTV. DIRECTV, a leader in sports and entertainment for nearly 30 years, will become an official sponsor of Notre Dame Athletics. DIRECTV brings a long legacy of innovation in sports content distribution and sponsorships to Notre Dame Athletics, having worked with teams, leagues, and events across the entire U.S. sporting landscape since its inception in 1994.

Howard Bailey Financial Becomes Official Wealth Management Partner of Notre Dame Athletics

Notre Dame Global Partnerships (NDGP), the multimedia rightsholder for the University of Notre Dame Athletics Department, announced a new multi-year partnership that will make Howard Bailey Financial, Inc.™, an Indiana-based retirement planning firm, the official wealth management partner of Notre Dame Athletics.  This leading-edge partnership will advance Howard Bailey’s purpose-driven strategies for its clients across the United States. 

Citi Becomes Championship Partner of Notre Dame Athletics and Title Partner of Citi Shamrock Classic

Notre Dame Global Partnerships (NDGP), the multimedia rightsholder for the University of Notre Dame Athletics Department, announced Citi as a new Championship Partner. As part of the sponsorship, Citi will also be the title partner of the first annual Citi Shamrock Classic basketball game airing live on NBC and Peacock on Saturday, Nov. 12, at 4:00 p.m. ET. The Citi Shamrock Classic will include a weekend of basketball and thought leadership conversations on gender equity and women’s athletics. The day before the game, Citi and Notre Dame will host a luncheon infused with marquee speakers from the realm of business and women’s athletics. Citi’s new collaboration with Notre Dame will also create avenues throughout the year to amplify the joint commitment to elevate women’s athletics.

Allstate Expands its College Football Footprint with Notre Dame and NBC Sports Partnership

Notre Dame Global Partnerships (NDGP), the multimedia rightsholder for the University of Notre Dame Athletics Department, announced an expanded multiyear affiliation with the Allstate (NYSE: ALL) Corporation, which will become a Championship Partner of the program. Through its enhanced partnership, Allstate and Notre Dame will collaborate on new community focused initiatives as well as virtually displaying its digital branding on field goal nets during Notre Dame Football broadcasts on NBC and Peacock.

Notre Dame Global Partnerships Teams up with Old Dominion Freight Line as the Official Freight Carrier of Notre Dame Athletics

Notre Dame Global Partnerships announces that leading Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) motor carrier, Old Dominion Freight Line (OD), is now the Official Freight Carrier of Notre Dame Athletics. The multi-year relationship aligns the Irish and OD, two organizations committed to excellence in their respective fields. The partnership will give OD access to events, hospitality, and customer activation opportunities throughout the Irish’s athletic season.

Nearly Two Centuries in The Making: Guinness, the Brewing Irish, are Partnering with the Fighting Irish of the University of Notre Dame

While this may not be the launch moment we planned for, when a partnership nearly two centuries in the making comes together, it’s a reminder that history’s best teams are built over time. Guinness is proud to announce it is now a partner and Official Beer of Notre Dame Fighting Irish Alumni and Fans, a group that numbers well over 40 million across the U.S.  Our seven-year partnership will unite two Irish institutions and bring to life new traditions, like raising a Guinness toast to honor the Irish faithful – whether you’re Irish by blood or in spirit.