Landmark Partnership Reached Between AFL and NET10
January 12, 2012 - Arena Football League (AFL) News Release
CHICAGO - The Arena Football League and NET10 are excited to announce a landmark partnership for the 2012 season, AFL Commissioner Jerry B. Kurz revealed today. America's no contract wireless service provider will be the presenting partner of all 23 "Arena Football Friday" broadcasts during the League's Silver Anniversary.
"We are thrilled to partner with NET10 for the 2012 season. The advantages of this partnership are endless for both parties and we look forward to building this relationship with NET10," Kurz said.
NET10 offers customers flexible spending options for wireless service on America's best networks, without the need to sign a long-term contract. As part of this partnership, NET10 has teamed up with RadioShack and will offer unique consumer product promotions highlighting the AFL.
Along with being the presenting partner of "Arena Football Friday" broadcasts, NET10 will power the AFL's "Dream Team." The "NET10 AFL Dream Team" will consist of one dancer from each team, voted on by fans on ArenaFootball.com. The "NET10 AFL Dream Team" will perform at numerous events leading up to and during ArenaBowl XXV in New Orleans on August 10, 2012.
The "NET10 Call to the Booth" will also be featured during the 2012 season. In a single game, coaches will be eligible to make two "NET10 Calls to the Booth."
"We're excited to be part of the 25th AFL season and look forward to showing the AFL fan base how NET10 can save them money by providing top tier wireless service with today's latest cellular phones without the need for a long-term contract," said a spokesman for the company.
Additionally, NET10 will sponsor all coaches' headsets and be featured on the jerseys of the 17 AFL teams.
As the AFL enters its 25th season, coined the "Year of the Fan," NET10 will serve as a leader in numerous fan promotions and giveaways throughout the season. NET10 is also set to reveal other fan incentives as the 2012 AFL season draws near.
Further updates and product information can be found on NET10.com.
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