Credit union scores naming deal

There's no denying the sponsorship appeal of college sports.

The latest example: Tampa-based Suncoast Credit Union agreed to a $5 million deal to name the new basketball arena at Florida Southwestern State College, formerly known as Edison State College in Fort Myers.

The 75,000-square-foot Suncoast Credit Union Arena will be the centerpiece in the revival of sports at the state college. The arena will seat about 3,300 fans and will include six skyboxes and a hospitality event center. In addition to basketball, the arena will host other sports such as volleyball and events such as graduations and concerts.