Ohio State Athletics has announced a new partnership with JPMorganChase. The agreement, JPMorganChase’s first in college athletics, designates Chase as the official bank sponsor of Ohio State Athletics and the new jersey patch partner across Ohio State’s 36 men’s and women’s varsity programs.

“JPMorganChase is a global brand with deep roots in Ohio, making them a natural partner that shares our commitment to innovation, excellence and long-term community impact,” said OSU athletic director Ross Bjork.

“Ohio State leads the way in college athletics, and we’re proud to support the student-athletes and fans who power that tradition,” said Jennifer Roberts, CEO of Chase Consumer Banking. “From financial education and resources for student-athletes to exclusive fan experiences and gameday offers, this partnership brings Chase’s unique capabilities to the Ohio State community—on campus, in the stands and beyond.”

“Ohio State is a driving force in Columbus, and this partnership is another way we’re demonstrating our commitment to the people and places we serve,” said Becky Griffin, Columbus Location Leader at JPMorganChase. “With 18,000 employees in central Ohio and more than 155 years in Ohio, we’re proud to build on our longstanding relationship with the university, supporting student engagement, financial education and career pathways that create opportunity beyond the game.”

The partnership is intended toc enhance the fan experience across Ohio State Athletics through expanded branding at Ohio Stadium and the Schottenstein Center, JPMorganChase’s role as presenting sponsor of the new 1922 Club, and exclusive new cardholder benefits.

The agreement was facilitated in collaboration with University and Athletics Leadership and Learfield’s Ohio State Sports Properties, the exclusive multimedia rights holder for Ohio State Athletics.

“As JPMorganChase’s first investment in college athletics, this partnership speaks to both the power of the Buckeyes brand and the power of storytelling within college sports,” said Cole Gahagan, CEO of Learfield.  “We are proud to facilitate such a significant pairing of two powerhouse, global brands and are thrilled to work with Ross, Ohio State, and JPMorganChase to bring it to life.”