Rutgers Athletics

Rutgers Athletics and SHI International have extended the naming rights partnership for SHI Stadium in Piscataway through June 2029.
Jul 24, 2026

Rutgers names Mangione CEO of Scarlet Knight Enterprises

Rutgers names former World Cup Host Committee executive Fred Mangione CEO of Scarlet Knight Enterprises to lead athletics business and revenue growth.

Eric LeGrand (right) with his partner, spirits industry veteran Brian Axelrod (left), in 2024 celebrating the one-year anniversary of the release of Eric LeGrand Bourbon and a partnership with Rutgers University.
Mar 27, 2026

LeGrand on growing bourbon brand, expanding business portfolio

In part two of our conversation, NJBIZ caught up with Eric LeGrand about his growing bourbon brand, managing costs and expanding his ventures while also supporting paralysis research.

SHI International became the official naming rights partner of Rutgers Stadium in 2019.
Mar 12, 2026

Rutgers forms Scarlet Knight Enterprises to boost athletics

Rutgers launches Scarlet Knight Enterprises to manage athletics revenue, NIL deals, sponsorships and media rights as it modernizes its business model.

Rutgers basketball
Mar 9, 2026

Rutgers taps Redus to lead women’s basketball program

Adding another hire from LSU, Gary Redus II is known for his recruiting prowess as well as helping to win the 2023 NCAA title.

Rutgers Athletics and SHI International have extended the naming rights partnership for SHI Stadium in Piscataway through June 2029.
Oct 7, 2025

Rutgers launches Athletic Excellence Fund for student-athletes

The initiative aims to support the collegiate players and boost Name, Image and Likeness efforts, scholarships and recruiting power.

Rutgers basketball
Apr 30, 2025

Rutgers begins national search for new athletics director

The state university has engaged TurnkeyZRG, along with an internal advisory committee, to lead efforts to find a new AD to replace Pat Hobbs.

Rutgers mascot Sir Henry, the Scarlet Knight and JAG President and CEO John Gallucci Jr.
Nov 4, 2024

JAG Physical Therapy, Rutgers Athletics renew partnership

The fast-growing company, which recently opened its 150th facility, will continue to provide sports medicine and physical and occupational therapy services to student-athletes.

Rutgers Athletic Director Pat Hobbs
Aug 16, 2024

Hobbs resigns abruptly as Rutgers AD

“It is with great sadness that I am resigning as Athletic Director of Rutgers University effective immediately,” Pat Hobbs wrote in a letter to university President Jonathan Holloway.

Bubbakoo’s Burritos' new store in Fair Lawn will be the fast casual Mexican chain's 50th location.
Jul 12, 2024

Bubbakoo’s back as Rutgers Athletics’ ‘official burrito supplier’

Under the extended partnership, the Point Pleasant-born fast-casual restaurant will give fans a discount at its New Jersey and New York locations for any game that the Scarlet Knights win.

SHI International became the official naming rights partner of Rutgers Stadium in 2019.
Feb 6, 2024

Rutgers, SHI extend stadium naming rights in Piscataway

“With each year, we see more and more opportunities to work together, not just around football and athletics, but campus wide," commented Rutgers Athletic Director Patrick Hobbs. "I look forward to continuing to grow this partnership in the years ahead.”

Rutgers basketball
Jan 19, 2024

Prudential, Rutgers Athletics score new strategic partnership

Beyond serving as presenting sponsor for the men's and women's basketball teams, the Fortune 500 company will also provide access to financial education and fund investments accounts for student-athletes in a variety of sports.

Rutgers University extended head football coach Greg Schiano's contract through 2030.
Dec 13, 2023

Rutgers extends Schiano’s contract through 2030

Under the new deal, head football coach Greg Schiano’s compensation in 2024 will be $6.25 million — a $2.25 million raise from his previous $4 million annually.