ARLINGTON, Texas, Oct. 12 -- The University of Texas at Arlington issued the following news release:

ARLINGTON, Texas- UTA Athletics, 44 Farms, and McClaren Farms today announced a landmark partnership that unites Texas institutions while expanding the reach and impact of both organizations.

As part of the agreement, McClaren Farms will become the inaugural jersey patch sponsor for UTA Basketball, with its logo appearing on all men's and women's basketball uniforms beginning with the 2026-27 season. The partnership also establishes 44 Farms as the Official Beef and McClaren Farms as the Official Smokehouse of UTA Athletics.

"This is a historic moment for UTA Athletics," Director of Athletics Jon Fagg said. "This partnership is about much...