General | 1/27/2015 2:13:00 PM

DETROIT -- Wayne State University Director of Athletics Rob Fournier has announced an extension of a radio broadcast agreement with 1400 AM and FM 92.7 The Patriot (WDTK) for football and men's basketball through the 2018-2019 school year.

"I am very pleased to continue our partnership with WDTK that began back in 2002 as one of our primary initiatives," said Fournier. "In a media period in which broadcast relationships seem temporary and expedient, our association with the professionals of WDTK gives our fans and alumni base (250,000) around the world to live programming.  Their creative approach has expanded opportunities not just in football and basketball, but for a variety of sports (women's basketball and softball) and special programming (Winters on Wednesday).  This familiarity with a major Detroit media presence and access for our fan base is exceptional.  Chris MacCourtney has advanced this relationship that has enhanced both the University and the City and we appreciate that association."

"I look forward to working with Wayne State Athletics once again," stated WDTK General Manager Chris MacCourtney. "Athletic Director Rob Fournier and his team represent the very best that collegiate athletics and our great city have to offer.  Their commitment to excellence in athletics, education, and life is the standard by which all collegiate programs should be measured.  Go Warriors!"

WSU football games concluded its 13th season on 1400 AM last fall, and the men's basketball broadcasts are in their 13th season on 1400 AM. All home and away football and basketball contests are available on 1400 AM and 92.7 FM The Patriot and also through the Internet at newstalk1400.us.

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