GREENVILLE, S.C. – Conference Carolinas announced a new corporate sponsor as The Protector Whistle, P-51, becomes the official whistle of Conference Carolinas men's and women's basketball.

The Protector Whistle, P-51, has unmatched hygienic benefit, all chambers are located on the bottom, a removable mouth grip for easy cleaning. Safety to others was paramount in the patented design of the P-51 whistle.

"Conference Carolinas prides itself on the Body, Mind and Soul of our student-athletes and this partnership with The Protector Whistle provides for a safer product for our basketball officials to use in officiating our games," said Craig McPhail, associate commissioner. "We continue to elevate the experience by bringing more awareness to products that align with our mission."

The P-51 Whistle is designed to take performance to new heights, while keeping those around safe. Unlike traditional whistles that direct air and spit upward towards players, the P-51 Whistle directs it downward, reducing the risk of health hazards and improving hygiene standards on the court.

"We are thrilled to partner with Conference Carolinas and bring the P-51 Whistle to their basketball programs," said Jerry Heater, Co-founder of The Protector Whistle. "I want to thank Craig McPhail for quickly recognizing the health benefits of our product and for prioritizing the safety of their officials and student-athletes."

The Protector Whistle has been tested with all the timing systems currently being used. It's also not just for basketball officials as police officers, lifeguards, dog trainers and others have seen the benefits of it.