Banner|Aetna, an Arizona-based health plan jointly owned by Banner Health, one of the few fully integrated health systems in the nation, and Aetna, a CVS Health company, announced its sponsorship of the Arizona Interscholastic Association (AIA)—the governing body for Arizona high school athletics programs—making the insurer the AIA’s exclusive health insurance partner.
Banner|Aetna supports AIA athletics as a presenting sponsor across multiple championship events and media platforms that celebrate and promote high school athletics throughout Arizona. This includes the indoor and beach volleyball championships, as well as the spring baseball and softball state championships.
“Banner|Aetna shares our commitment to supporting the whole health of Arizona’s student athletes. Their presence at AIA events reflects a genuine investment in the well-being of the students, families and communities we serve. Collaborations like this help reinforce the importance of health and wellness both on and off the field, and that benefits our members across the state,” said Dr. Jim Dean, AIA Executive Director.
During the May 18 AIA Spring Softball State Championships, Banner|Aetna will host a fan food drive benefiting St. Mary’s Food Bank. Fans are invited to donate canned goods and other nonperishable items at the event.
“At Banner|Aetna, we believe the lifelong journey to health and wellness starts early. Our sponsorship of AIA reflects our commitment to helping young people build healthy habits that last well beyond the final whistle,” said Victoria Coley, CEO of Banner|Aetna. “Supporting student-athletes today helps set the foundation for healthier people, families and communities tomorrow.”
Community members are invited to contribute to the food drive benefiting St. Mary’s Food Bank. Non-perishable donations will also be accepted in person at the AIA Spring Softball State Championships on May 18-19.
