Beginning in 2017, Choctaw Casinos & Resorts has significantly expanded its footprint in the North Texas athletic realm. Demonstrating its commitment, the brand has teamed up with three celebrated athletes deeply rooted in the area: Troy Aikman, Iván “Pudge” Rodriguez, and Darren Woodson. These Dallas-Fort Worth legends will act as brand representatives, contributing their fame to Choctaw’s promotional endeavors over the upcoming four years.
“We are delighted to welcome title-holders Troy, Pudge, and Darren to the Choctaw Casinos & Resorts family,” remarked Janie Dillard, Chief Executive Officer of Commerce for the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma. “We anticipate collaborating with them as we solidify Choctaw Casinos & Resorts as the leading entertainment destination. North Texas is where many of our patrons reside, and we are keen to have these sports icons embody and champion the Choctaw brand.”
“Choctaw Casinos & Resorts is making a genuine investment in athletics,” stated Aikman, a Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee and ESPN commentator. “As someone proud of my Oklahoma heritage, I’m privileged to join them in this innovative venture.”
This action is merely the most recent in Choctaw’s assertive foray into the North Texas market. Since 2017, the enterprise has augmented its support of regional teams and groups by nearly 800%.
The 2018 XFL Champion Arlington Renegades called Globe Life Park their home turf. Previously known as Rangers Ballpark in Arlington, the stadium earned the endearing moniker “The Choctaw.” It’s a venue steeped in history!
And speaking of the Choctaw, the Choctaw Nation carries significant weight in the local sports scene. They hold the title sponsorship for the H.E.B. Red River Rivalry, the epic showdown between Texas and Oklahoma football. Their partnerships extend to a multitude of teams and events: the Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars, Dallas Mavericks, AT&T Byron Nelson, Dallas Marathon, Dickies Arena, the Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo, Grandscape, and even the Professional Bull Riders (PBR).
This alliance with Aikman, Rodriguez, and Woodson further bolsters the Oklahoma-based company’s already substantial portfolio of 24 North Texas sports partnerships. Their presence is undeniable!
Dallas Cowboys icon Darren Woodson remarked, “Choctaw holds some fantastic memories for me, from unique gatherings to catching football games in Durant.”
Legendary Hall of Fame catcher Iván Rodríguez shared a similar sentiment, stating, “Choctaw Casinos & Resorts’ strong relationship with the Texas Rangers made this collaboration a natural fit.”
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