North American Major League Soccer franchise the San Jose Earthquakes has agreed a deal for Californian healthcare network Sutter Health to become its new front-of-shirt sponsor.
Although the terms of the multi-year deal were not disclosed, it was confirmed that the agreement will come into effect from the 2016 season.
Under the partnership, Sutter Health branding will appear on the front of the team’s playing shirts, academy gear, training tops and team travel apparel.
Sutter Health will also become the presenting sponsor of the Earthquakes’ youth academy and youth check-in area at home matches.
In addition, Sutter Health will work with the club to expand its ‘Get Earthquakes Fit’ programme, which promotes health and wellbeing throughout schools in the northern California region.