Georgia Southern Athletics Names Atlantic Waste Services the Official Waste Management Partner of the Eagles
8/27/2026 11:30:00 AM | Football, Marketing & Fan Experience
AWS branding to feature on sideline aprons at Allen E. Paulson Stadium
STATESBORO – Georgia Southern Athletics and Learfield's Georgia Southern Sports Properties announced today a significant new multi-year partnership with Atlantic Waste Services (AWS), naming the locally-owned business the Official Waste Management Partner of the Eagles.
The partnership, centered around premium TV-visible apron logos on the sidelines of Allen E. Paulson Stadium/Evans Family Field, creates premium brand visibility and an authentic connection between Georgia Southern fans and the highly-respected local business servicing Statesboro and surrounding areas.
"Georgia Southern Athletics is proud to welcome Atlantic Waste Services as the Official Waste Management Partner of the Eagles," said Georgia Southern Director of Athletics Chris Davis. "As a locally owned company with deep roots locally, AWS shares our commitment to being a strong community partner and making a positive impact across coastal Georgia. We look forward to building a successful partnership together."
On top of the exceptional brand visibility received from on-field apron logos, AWS has also committed to naming rights entitlement of the Atlantic Waste Services Club, the club level section inside Paulson Stadium.
Atlantic Waste Services branding will appear on digital signage across all Georgia Southern Athletics venues, while brand messaging will be incorporated into all radio broadcasts of Eagle sporting events and coaches shows.
Additionally, AWS will leverage intellectual property rights to Georgia Southern logos and marks for brand marketing materials and purposes statewide.
"As a locally owned company rooted in Southeast Georgia, Atlantic Waste Services is honored to partner with Georgia Southern Athletics," said President/CEO Ben Wall Jr. "Our organization has always believed in investing in the communities where we live and work, and supporting the Eagle community is a natural extension of that commitment. We are excited about the opportunity to connect with passionate Georgia Southern fans while continuing to build a stronger future for our region."
"Georgia Southern University has played an important role in my own journey, both professionally and personally, and it is exciting to be able to support the next generation of Eagle student-athletes through this partnership," said Vice President Brad Bowman. "Atlantic Waste Services is built on relationships, community involvement, and delivering dependable service every day. We are proud to align our organization with a university and athletics program that shares those same values of hard work, excellence, and commitment to the communities we serve."
Established in 1999 and operating locally out of Statesboro and Pooler, Atlantic Waste Services delivers waste and recycling solutions for the people, businesses and communities of coastal Georgia with a commitment to reliable service, environmental responsibility and customer satisfaction.
"Atlantic Waste provides a quality and essential service across a significant portion of the Eagle Nation footprint," said Cam Brown, General Manager of Georgia Southern Sports Properties. "We're thrilled to welcome them to the Georgia Southern family and look forward to connecting a well-respected, local family business to the Eagle fanbase."
Georgia Southern Sports Properties, the locally based team of Learfield – the leading media and technology company powering college athletics – is the exclusive multimedia rights holder for Georgia Southern Athletics and oversees all sponsorship agreements on behalf of the Eagles.
About Atlantic Waste
Atlantic Waste Services, Inc. is a privately owned and locally operated solid waste and recycling company headquartered in Pooler, Georgia. Established in 1999, the company provides residential, commercial, industrial, recycling, and roll-off collection services throughout Southeast Georgia. AllGreen Services operates as the Statesboro division of Atlantic Waste Services, expanding the organization's reach and service capabilities across numerous Georgia communities. Under the leadership of President and CEO Ben Wall, Atlantic Waste Services has built its reputation on dependable service, local decision-making, and a commitment to providing customers with high-quality waste collection and disposal solutions at a competitive price. The company's mission is to deliver exceptional customer service while remaining deeply invested in the communities it serves.
About Georgia Southern Athletics
Based in Statesboro, Georgia, Georgia Southern Athletics sponsors 17 NCAA Division I varsity sports and competes as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. More than 400 student-athletes represent the Eagles in pursuit of excellence in competition, the classroom and the community. Guided by the department's Leadership Blueprint and aligned with the University's People. Purpose. Action. strategic vision, Georgia Southern Athletics is committed to providing a championship-caliber experience while preparing student-athletes for success beyond graduation.
About Learfield
Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield's presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors' Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.
The partnership, centered around premium TV-visible apron logos on the sidelines of Allen E. Paulson Stadium/Evans Family Field, creates premium brand visibility and an authentic connection between Georgia Southern fans and the highly-respected local business servicing Statesboro and surrounding areas.
"Georgia Southern Athletics is proud to welcome Atlantic Waste Services as the Official Waste Management Partner of the Eagles," said Georgia Southern Director of Athletics Chris Davis. "As a locally owned company with deep roots locally, AWS shares our commitment to being a strong community partner and making a positive impact across coastal Georgia. We look forward to building a successful partnership together."
On top of the exceptional brand visibility received from on-field apron logos, AWS has also committed to naming rights entitlement of the Atlantic Waste Services Club, the club level section inside Paulson Stadium.
Atlantic Waste Services branding will appear on digital signage across all Georgia Southern Athletics venues, while brand messaging will be incorporated into all radio broadcasts of Eagle sporting events and coaches shows.
Additionally, AWS will leverage intellectual property rights to Georgia Southern logos and marks for brand marketing materials and purposes statewide.
"As a locally owned company rooted in Southeast Georgia, Atlantic Waste Services is honored to partner with Georgia Southern Athletics," said President/CEO Ben Wall Jr. "Our organization has always believed in investing in the communities where we live and work, and supporting the Eagle community is a natural extension of that commitment. We are excited about the opportunity to connect with passionate Georgia Southern fans while continuing to build a stronger future for our region."
"Georgia Southern University has played an important role in my own journey, both professionally and personally, and it is exciting to be able to support the next generation of Eagle student-athletes through this partnership," said Vice President Brad Bowman. "Atlantic Waste Services is built on relationships, community involvement, and delivering dependable service every day. We are proud to align our organization with a university and athletics program that shares those same values of hard work, excellence, and commitment to the communities we serve."
Established in 1999 and operating locally out of Statesboro and Pooler, Atlantic Waste Services delivers waste and recycling solutions for the people, businesses and communities of coastal Georgia with a commitment to reliable service, environmental responsibility and customer satisfaction.
"Atlantic Waste provides a quality and essential service across a significant portion of the Eagle Nation footprint," said Cam Brown, General Manager of Georgia Southern Sports Properties. "We're thrilled to welcome them to the Georgia Southern family and look forward to connecting a well-respected, local family business to the Eagle fanbase."
Georgia Southern Sports Properties, the locally based team of Learfield – the leading media and technology company powering college athletics – is the exclusive multimedia rights holder for Georgia Southern Athletics and oversees all sponsorship agreements on behalf of the Eagles.
About Atlantic Waste
Atlantic Waste Services, Inc. is a privately owned and locally operated solid waste and recycling company headquartered in Pooler, Georgia. Established in 1999, the company provides residential, commercial, industrial, recycling, and roll-off collection services throughout Southeast Georgia. AllGreen Services operates as the Statesboro division of Atlantic Waste Services, expanding the organization's reach and service capabilities across numerous Georgia communities. Under the leadership of President and CEO Ben Wall, Atlantic Waste Services has built its reputation on dependable service, local decision-making, and a commitment to providing customers with high-quality waste collection and disposal solutions at a competitive price. The company's mission is to deliver exceptional customer service while remaining deeply invested in the communities it serves.
About Georgia Southern Athletics
Based in Statesboro, Georgia, Georgia Southern Athletics sponsors 17 NCAA Division I varsity sports and competes as a member of the Sun Belt Conference. More than 400 student-athletes represent the Eagles in pursuit of excellence in competition, the classroom and the community. Guided by the department's Leadership Blueprint and aligned with the University's People. Purpose. Action. strategic vision, Georgia Southern Athletics is committed to providing a championship-caliber experience while preparing student-athletes for success beyond graduation.
About Learfield
Learfield is the leading media and technology company powering college athletics. Through its digital and physical platforms, Learfield owns and leverages a deep data set and relationships in the industry to drive revenue, growth, brand awareness, and fan engagement for brands, sports, and entertainment properties. With ties to over 1,200 collegiate institutions and over 12,000 local and national brand partners, Learfield's presence in college sports and live events delivers influence and maximizes reach to target audiences. With solutions for a 365-day, 24/7 fan experience, Learfield enables schools and brands to connect with fans through licensed merchandise, game ticketing, donor identification for athletic programs, exclusive custom content, innovative marketing initiatives, NIL solutions, and advanced digital platforms. Since 2008, it has served as title sponsor for the acclaimed Learfield Directors' Cup, supporting athletic departments across all divisions.
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