Saint Joseph’s Athletics and Main Line Health announce new affiliation
Bryn Mawr, PA — Saint Joseph's Athletics and Main Line Health have announced a landmark affiliation establishing the System as the exclusive medical provider for the Hawks. Along with serving as a title sponsor for the Hawks' Division I programs, Main Line Health will become the first-ever jersey-patch partner in St. Joe's history.
"We are thrilled to embark on this affiliation with Main Line Health for a transformative opportunity for both Saint Joseph's Athletics and the Hawk Hill Community," said Saint Joseph's University Vice President and Director of Athletics Ashwin Puri. "Our relationship with Main Line Health as the exclusive medical provider for the Hawks aligns with our core values in continuing to strengthen our culture and holistic student-athlete development. This is about far more than brand visibility; it is a shared commitment to peak performance, health and preparing our Hawks for life beyond the playing field."
Marking a historic milestone for the Big 5, Saint Joseph's Athletics has emerged as a trailblazer in the NCAA's new era of jersey sponsorships. This pioneering affiliation highlights the department's forward-thinking strategy as it navigates and capitalizes on the rapidly evolving landscape of collegiate athletics. At its core, this collaboration is an investment in the future of Saint Joseph's student-athletes, ensuring that all new revenue directly funds the top-tier competitive and support services necessary for their success.
"We're proud to expand our relationship with Saint Joseph's as the exclusive medical provider for the Hawks. To have the Main Line Health logo represented on the Hawks athletic uniforms is an honor," said Ed Jimenez, President and CEO of Main Line Health. "Our relationship with Saint Joseph's University extends back many years through the education and training of future healthcare professionals. This affiliation builds on that strong foundation, deepening our relationship while reflecting our shared commitment to supporting student-athletes and improving the health and well-being of the communities we both serve."
The Main Line Health patch will make its official debut on the Hawks' jerseys at the start of the upcoming fall sports season. Further specifics will be provided once the NCAA and conference guidelines are officially finalized.
About Main Line Health
Founded in 1985, Main Line Health® is a not-for-profit health system serving the Philadelphia region and beyond. Main Line Health consists of five hospitals, seven health centers and over 150 medical practice locations. The System has more than 14,000 employees and over 2,100 employed and independent physicians and advanced practice providers.
At its core are four of the region's most respected acute care hospitals — Lankenau Medical Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Paoli Hospital and Riddle Hospital — as well as one of the nation's premier facilities for rehabilitative medicine, Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital. Main Line Health also includes Mirmont Treatment Center for drug and alcohol recovery; Main Line Health HomeCare & Hospice, providing skilled home healthcare and hospice services; Main Line Health Centers, primary and specialty care, lab and radiology and other outpatient services located in Broomall, Collegeville, Concordville, Devon, Exton, King of Prussia and Newtown Square; and Lankenau Institute for Medical Research, a biomedical research organization.
Main Line Health's medical staff benefits from a collaborative relationship including independent physicians, community healthcare professionals and hospital-based experts from Main Line HealthCare, the employed multi-specialty physician network of Main Line Health.
Main Line Health collaborates with top experts to deliver exceptional specialty care. Through our affiliation with the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, doctors and advanced practice providers care for pediatric patients at select Main Line Health locations, including the neonatal intensive care units at Main Line Health's four acute care hospitals, as well as Bryn Mawr Hospital's Inpatient Pediatric Unit and Emergency Department. Jefferson Health neurosurgeons and neurointerventionalists provide 24/7 specialized care, including neurointervention and lifesaving stroke care, and trauma surgeons provide critical care to our patients. Through our affiliation with Sheppard Pratt — a nonprofit provider of mental health services, substance use, developmental disability and other comprehensive behavioral health support — patients receive compassionate care in a welcoming environment.
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About Saint Joseph’s University Athletics
Saint Joseph’s University Athletics is a premier collegiate sports program dedicated to the holistic development and success of student-athletes. With a tradition of excellence and a commitment to innovation, Saint Joseph’s Athletics provides a supportive and empowering environment for Hawks student-athletes to excel both on and off the field.
For more information, visit sjuhawks.com.