Stetson, Insight Credit Union agree to multi-year naming rights partnership for campus arena
Stetson University and Insight Credit Union announced today the signing of a multi-year naming rights partnership for the arena inside the Edmunds Center. Effective immediately, Stetson men’s and women’s basketball and volleyball teams will now play at the Insight Credit Union Arena at Edmunds Center.
“The Insight Credit Union Arena is an important space for our entire campus community and we are thrilled that Insight Credit Union has expanded their partnership to support our students,” said Stetson Director of Athletics Ricky Ray, EdD. “Insight Credit Union is a valued member of the DeLand community, and we welcome this transformative partnership.”
“This is an important naming rights agreement for Stetson University, the Athletics Program and our newly renovated Edmunds Center,” said Stetson President Christopher F. Roellke, PhD. “We thank Insight Credit Union for their generosity, which will greatly benefit our student-athletes and the larger Stetson community.”
The Edmunds Center has been the home of Stetson basketball since the 1974–75 season and Stetson volleyball has played in the venue since 1980. This summer, the arena underwent Phase 1 of a renovation project, which included updates to seats, bathrooms, locker rooms, floor and sound system. The cost of Phase 1 of the Edmunds Center renovation was $7 million. The arena, which currently seats 5,000 fans, was also upgraded with state-of-the-art Daktronics HD video boards and LED Daktronics side tables prior to the 2019-2020 season.
“Insight Credit Union is proud to expand our commitment to Stetson University through our partnership with Stetson Athletics and the Edmunds Center,” said George Davis, President and Chief Executive Officer of Insight Credit Union. “The arena renovations will not only provide support for the student athletes but also make the events more exciting and fun for Hatter fans and the community. We are thrilled to have the opportunity to be a part of such an important endeavor, and we look forward to continuing our support for many years to come.”
“Insight Credit Union is thrilled with the chance to positively impact the future of Stetson Athletics,” said Melissa Boyink, AVP of Marketing, Insight Credit Union. “This partnership represents just a portion of our overarching commitment to Stetson University and the DeLand community. We are grateful for the opportunity.”
