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Progressive Insurance inks historic WNBA jersey sponsorship for Cleveland team

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Progressive Insurance has secured a significant jersey sponsorship deal with Cleveland's upcoming Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) team, which is set to begin play in 2028. This marks the first time in the WNBA that a single sponsor will occupy both available jersey patch locations. The deal underscores Progressive's commitment to supporting women's sports and the Cleveland community, aligning with the team's values and local presence. AI

RANK_REASON This is a sponsorship deal for a sports team, not a core AI development or release.

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Progressive Insurance inks historic WNBA jersey sponsorship for Cleveland team

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Joe Reedy, The Associated Press ·

    Cleveland’s WNBA team doesn’t play until 2028 but Progressive just scored jersey sponsorship

    The insurer is the first sponsor in league history to secure both jersey patch placements on a WNBA uniform.

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