NORFOLK, Va. | Norfolk State University Department of Athletics is proud to announce today that the Men's and Women's Basketball teams have entered into a new partnership with BPI Sports. Through this new venture, BPI Sports is providing both teams with $65,000 worth of nutritional supplements that will assist with each player's performance and recovery both on and off the court.

"We would like to thank BPI Supplements for partnering with NSU Basketball program to help enhance and take our student-athletes to the next level, said Robert Jones, NSU Head Men's Basketball Coach. "Also, would like thank Tina Ruffin and Aaron Rouse for helping facilitate this. We look forward to a long-term relationship. BEHOLD"

BPI Sports is a leading developer, formulator, and marketer of branded sports nutrition supplements sold through leading specialty retailers and distributors. BPI Sports has a commitment to delivering the best tasting and highest quality products available that help consumers reach their health and fitness goals. For additional information, please visit www.bpisports.com.

"We are beyond excited to partner with Norfolk State University and become the first sports nutrition company to sponsor an HBCU program. This is an important milestone for BPI Sports, and we look forward to being part of the Spartan family and helping NSU student athletes reach their full potential." - Whitney Reid, EVP of BPI Sports

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