Suburban Propane expands partnership with Syracuse University Athletics

Whippany-based Suburban Propane L.P., a marketer and distributor of energy products, announced Thursday its wholly-owned subsidiary, Agway Energy Services, has expanded its relationship with Syracuse University Athletics.

Following a sponsorship last year that included just Syracuse Men’s and Women’s Basketball, Agway Energy has been named a partner of Syracuse University Athletics overall.

The partnership will include social media campaigns, presence on CUSE.com, giveaways and radio promotions.

“We are very excited for the opportunity to expand our partnership with Syracuse University Athletics. We at Suburban Propane by way of our fully owned subsidiary, Agway Energy Services, are honored to be a part of this great university and its dedicated fan base covering virtually all sports and seasons. We look forward to becoming a larger part of the New York state community and Team Orange,” Nandini Sankara, spokesperson, Suburban Propane, said.

Financial terms were not disclosed.

“Suburban Propane, by way of Agway Energy Services, has proven to be the perfect partner for Syracuse UniversityAthletics and our Football and Men’s and Women’s Basketball programs, and we are thrilled to be expanding the partnership into new and exciting areas this upcoming season. We feel that teaming up with these brands is a natural fit, and right where we need to be: organizations with the power & pride of Upstate New York”; Kerry Atkinson, general manager, Syracuse Sports Properties, Learfield IMG College, said.