Rochester, Mich. – Oakland University Athletics and Marc Dutton Irrigation announced a continuation of its longstanding partnership in the form of sponsorship and
signage for one of the Golden Grizzlies' longest partners.

"On behalf of OU Athletics, I appreciate and value Marc Dutton Irrigation's longstanding, continued partnership with the athletics department. Starting as one of the original athletics sponsors when the O'rena opened over 20 years ago, Marc Dutton Irrigation has supported OU student-athletes and sports teams every subsequent year. This year's expanded partnership further strengthens this decades-long partnership and support for Golden Grizzlies student-athletes," said Oakland University Director of Athletics Steve Waterfield.

Per the agreement, Marc Dutton Irrigation will receive one rotating graphic on all four corner video boards in the OU Credit Union O'rena for men's and women's basketball games, with one graphic on the main video board as well as LED table signage.

"As a student-athlete in the late 60's, I was very proud to be associated with Oakland Athletics.  I am amazed to see the D-1 program of today. When I was a student, we had maybe 100 people in attendance at our basketball games.  Today's program is entertaining and an important part of our community," said Dutton.

Marc Dutton Irrigation will sponsor the halftime stats announcement by the public address announcer as well as a media timeout sponsorship of the Oakland University band.

See the partnership in action at the men's basketball home opener against Bowling Green on Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 7 p.m. and the women's home opener against Cleary on Friday, Nov. 17 at 7 p.m.