Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) has expanded its partnership with First Community Credit Union, making it the exclusive jersey partner for eight athletic teams. This collaboration not only enhances the student-athlete experience at SIUE but also marks a significant milestone as SIUE becomes the first institution in the Ohio Valley Conference to announce such a partnership. The agreement was bolstered by the NCAA's recent approval for Division I programs to display commercial logos on uniforms starting August 1, 2026.

By the Numbers
  • First Community Credit Union will be featured on the jerseys of eight SIUE teams.
  • SIUE is the first Ohio Valley Conference school to establish a jersey partnership with a sponsor.
State of Play
  • First Community Credit Union has been a significant partner of SIUE Athletics since 2019, when they partnered for naming rights to First Community Arena.
  • The credit union has recently expanded its local presence and services, opening a new branch in O'Fallon and planning to establish an Illinois Call Center.
What's Next

The partnership will officially launch with branded jerseys on the teams effective 2026, alongside increased brand visibility on campus. Additionally, First Community's involvement will extend to events like New Student Convocation and community programming with the Edwardsville YMCA this fall.

Bottom Line

This partnership signifies a strategic investment by First Community Credit Union in local athletics and community engagement, enhancing the student-athlete experience while expanding their corporate footprint in the Metro East area.