RADFORD, Va. – Radford Athletics and National Bank are excited to announce a new partnership, making National Bank the official partner of the Courtside Lounge and preferred banking partner. As part of this partnership, National Bank will have a strong campus presence through on-site activations, signage, and advertisements at Radford Athletics events.

"We are excited to welcome National Bank as one of our newest partners," said Radford Director of Athletics Robert Lineburg. "In alignment with our mission of supporting our student-athletes and the local community, we are excited to welcome National Bank to the Highlander family."

"The partnership between Radford Athletics and National Bank is a great fit," said National Bank President and CEO F. Brad Denardo. "We are grateful for the opportunity to support the student-athletes, staff, and fans of Radford Athletics and we look forward to strengthening the ties between our community bank and the broader Highlander community."

Founded in Blacksburg in 1891, National Bank has been serving the citizens of Southwest Virginia for well over a century. With 24 full-service branch offices and over $1.6 billion in assets, the bank has grown along with our region's dynamic economy while staying true to its community banking roots. 

National Bank believes in the power of local banking, employing local citizens, offering local customer service, and investing in the growth and prosperity of our local communities. Check out National Bank's offerings at https://nbbank.com/. 

"We are excited to partner with Brad, Lara, and the entire National Bank team as our newest partner," said Matt Harman, Assistant AD for Business Development. "The partnership with National Bank will allow us to highlight an additional Southwest Virginia business and build upon our commitment to the community."

NATIONAL BANK COURTSIDE LOUNGE
Premium hospitality is returning to the Dedmon Center again this year with the National Bank Courtside Lounge. Located in the south end zone, the courtside lounge gives members access to premium hospitality in the heart of the action. Access will include complimentary hors d'oeuvres, soft drinks and waters, plus a cash bar will be available to purchase beer, wine and hard seltzers. 
 
Membership is very limited and you must be a season ticket holder in the reserved chairback (sections 1-5) section or have courtside seats in order to sign up. In addition, membership requires an annual $500 gift per person to the Highlander Club General Fund. Gifts earmarked for a sport specific account will not be counted.
 
To secure your membership visit thehighlanderclub.com/give and designate your gift to the Highlander Club Annual Fund. For questions related to the National Bank Courtside Lounge, call Frank West at 540-831-7667 or email at fwest3@radford.edu.