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A North East basketball club is set to take to the court with renewed backing.
Newcastle Eagles have confirmed that Newcastle College will continue as the men’s team’s main sponsor for the 2025/26 season.
The partnership, now entering its seventh year, sees both the college and its University Centre featured prominently on the front of the Eagles’ Super League Basketball and European North Basketball League jerseys.
Alan Fenton, deputy principal of Newcastle College and Newcastle College University Centre, which is located next to the Eagles’ Vertu Arena on Scotswood Road, said: “We’re incredibly proud to continue our longstanding partnership with the Newcastle Eagles and to see our University Centre’s name displayed on the front of their jersey once again.
“Now in our seventh year together, this partnership goes far beyond sponsorship – it represents a shared commitment to empowering students through the transformative power of education and sport.
“Together, we’re opening doors for young people to thrive both in the classroom and on the court.
“The Eagles had a fantastic season last year, and we’re looking forward to supporting them through another exciting season.
“We wish the team the very best of luck throughout the season ahead.”
The announcement comes alongside a launch of new kit designs by the club’s official partner, hummel, celebrating Newcastle and the North East’s iconic landmarks.
The Eagles tip off their first home game of the season this Friday (September 26) at 7:30pm, when fans can also purchase the new kits.
Paul Blake, managing director of Newcastle Eagles, added: “Our continuing close relationship with Newcastle College is one of the cornerstones of the entire Eagles organisation.
“The college have been with us from day one when we joined them as neighbours on Scotswood Road.
“As we enter year seven in partnership, the ways we work together just keep growing and our links getting stronger.
“We have an exciting season ahead with some even greater student involvement planned around the club.
“We want to thank Alan, his colleagues and Newcastle College students for their incredible continued support and we can’t wait to welcome them back into the Vertu Arena this Friday night.”
