The Melbourne Stars of the KFC T20 Big Bash League (BBL) have announced Mitsubishi Motors as its new Major Partner and Official Motor Vehicle Supplier for the next two seasons. 

Through the deal the Stars will be the first team in the BBL to sign a motor vehicle manufacturer as a Major Partner.

as part of the new agreement the Mitsubishi logo will feature on the Stars playing jerseys and training apparel, viagra order along with the partnership being activated prominently at matches and Stars community events.

Melbourne Stars Chief Executive Officer, Clint Cooper commented on the deal: “We are thrilled to have secured Mitsubishi Motors and their Victorian Dealers as our Major Partner for the next two years,” he said.

“This is an important step forward for our team adding another major brand to our partners list with Mitsubishi joining our Principal Partner, DickSmith.

“Mitsubishi Motors is a highly respected organisation with deep grassroots connections in communities across Australia – their vision and ambition is on par with our teams and we look forward to building on this partnership together.”

As Mitsubishi Motors re-enters the sport sponsorship market, Cooper believes it’s a compliment they chose to align with a club like the Melbourne Stars.

“It’s an outstanding result for our club, we are proud to be associated with such a strong and exciting brand.

“We see such potential with this relationship, particularly as we move to free-to-air television this season on Network 10 – together we’ll be reaching more people than ever before.”

Mitsubishi Motors Regional Manager Victoria/Tasmania, Steve Machar said the partnership marked the start of a new era for Mitsubishi Motors and their Victorian Dealers, re-entering the Australian sporting landscape in a significant way.

“We are delighted to be partnering with the Melbourne Stars who have demonstrated in a very short period of time to be a progressive and innovative sporting club, two attributes closely aligned to our business,” said Machar.

English League One team MK Dons have announced vehicle leasing specialists Greenfleets will be official vehicle supplier for Head Groundsman Joe Aylett.

The Three Counties based company will aid his team, assisting them with the crucial work they do at stadium and at the training ground.

As one of MK Dons Gold Sponsors, Greenfleets, who are based in Tring, have provided the club with a Nissan Navarra Double Cab Pickup as part of a three year partnership enabling Joe and team to work even more effectively and efficiently.
Stephen Greenstreet Owner of Greenfleets says: “We are proud to be associated with MK Dons, like us they are a forward thinking company with a very positive attitude and well defined goals.

“Personally I admire Pete Winkelman’s business skills and what he has done not only for the football club and the stadium but for the regeneration of Bletchley as an area.

“If you have not visited the stadium for either a match or just socially I strongly recommend doing so as the whole package is excellent and leaves you feeling good about the club and that is coming from a Spurs fan.

“We are looking forward to working with MK Dons over the next three years and hope this is the start of a long business relationship.”

With over 20 years experience in the finance industry and hundreds of customers in London and the South East Greenfleets source and finance all makes and models of cars, vans and nearly new vehicles.

James Parkinson Head of Partnerships at MK Dons added: “We are delighted that Greenfleets have chosen to support MK Dons and particularly Joe and his team who do a crucial job here at the ground.”

Australian A-League team Sydney FC have added two new corporate partners for the new season.

Beechwood Homes will join the Sky Blues as a Technical Sponsor which affords the company matchday brand exposure on the coaching staff apparel, site as well as hospitality, ticketing and marketing benefits.

Australian Careers Business College become Sydney FC’s 2013/14 Captain Sponsor and will benefit from player appearances, hospitality, ticketing as well as matchday branding.

“It’s a real coup for Sydney FC to have signed with another two excellent corporate partners,” said Chief Executive Officer Tony Pignata.  “Beechwood Homes and the Australian Careers Business College are perfect fits for our club.

“We are delighted with the progress we are making in the corporate world and are looking to widen our sponsorship base and achieve further growth in our total sponsorship revenue,” he concluded.

Sydney FC’s three major sponsors Webjet, Destination NSW and Caltex have already committed to the 2013/14 season and St George Bank have become the official Sydney FC Community Partner.   Today’s announcement also follows last month’s signing of StarTrack, Nick Scali and Metcash (IGA) as major partners.

Beechwood Homes join Sydney FC as a new corporate partner as they look to continue their growth and exposure in the rapidly expanding Hyundai A-League marketplace.

“Beechwood Homes is excited to be aligning with the biggest brand in Australian football,” said Managing Director Vic Cavasinni.  “Sydney FC is recognised globally and at home as Australia’s leading football club.  We share common values such as leadership, ambition, hard work and innovation.  We are delighted to join as the Technical Sponsor and look forward to building a strong partnership,”

Australian Careers Business College are continuing their Captain Sponsorship following their partnership with the Sky Blues in the Hyundai A-League 2012/13 season.

“Australian Careers Business College is delighted to be continuing its sponsorship of the Sydney FC captain,” said CEO, Ann Elisha. “We are very excited that Alessandro Del Piero has been named as Captain and proud to be associated with him.  He is a great role model to our students both as a superb player and also as a person to admire and look up to.  We look forward to a great season from the Sky Blues.”

Insurance company New York Life announced today sponsorship extensions with the Washington Redskins, anesthetist | MSG Network teams, price buy Southeastern Conference and University of Connecticut.

They will sponsor the Southeastern Conference college football and University of Connecticut men’s and women’s basketball sponsorships.

The company’s Southeastern Conference college football sponsorship includes two 15 second television spots during each game, and the New York Life logo superimposed on the field alongside the first down marker four times each game, including the SEC championship game. Additionally, New York Life has renewed its sponsorship of the University of Connecticut men’s and the reigning national champion women’s basketball teams, which includes the company’s logo on the court during all basketball games played at both the Gampel Pavilion and the XL Center. The company’s ads will also appear on courtside and baseline signs.

New York Life will also continue to be the Official Life Insurance partner of the Washington Redskins for the second season. The sponsorship program includes a season long FedEx Field presence, with a tower banner on the outside of the stadium, two New York Life 15 second Keep Good Going commercials and a highlight feature every game on the giant video board, one brand message per quarter on the LED ribbon in the stadium, and a print ad in Game Day magazine.

The MSG Networks renewal overtime sponsorship supports New York-area teams: the New York Knicks, the New York Rangers, the New Jersey Devils, and the New York Islanders. The advertising program will be executed through both traditional media integrations in-arena and on television.

The sponsorships are part of New York Life’s “In the Game” advertising strategy, in which the company’s brand is integrated into some of America’s most watched sports programming, raising brand awareness.

The 2014 Amgen Tour of California, AEG, owner/operator of America’s biggest cycling event, announced an unprecedented lineup of sponsors already committed to support next year’s international competition.

In addition to returning title sponsor Amgen, Champion System also will return in 2014 for its second year as the exclusive jersey supplier and uniform provider of the Amgen Tour of California. The special award jerseys provided by Champion System at the conclusion of each stage will once again carry the last name of the rider wearing it the following day. This tradition began at the 2013 Amgen Tour of California and was believed to be a first for any professional cycling race.

“Champion System is thrilled to be the official apparel sponsor of the Amgen Tour of California for the coming three years. Champion System has a strong desire to continue to support the sport of cycling and be a part of continuing the growth and success of this iconic event,” said Scott Kaylin, president and CEO of Champion System. “The leaders jerseys and speed suits of the Amgen Tour of California showcase our high tech apparel, and as a custom company, we highlight the same gear to cycling fans with the Amgen Tour of California event apparel. Our partnership facilitates bringing cutting edge apparel to the cycling community, riders and fans through a dynamic, world-class event.”

The full slate of returning partners to date includes: title sponsor Amgen, Champion System, 10 Speed Coffee, Bissell, Carmichael Training Systems, Crunchies Natural Snacks, Michelob Ultra, SRAM and ZD Wines.

“We highly value our partners and are thrilled they have experienced proven returns being associated with the largest cycling event in America. The race is bigger and better each year, and it’s unprecedented that with eight months to go, nearly half of our partners have already recommitted for 2014 and beyond,” said Kristin Bachochin, executive director of the Amgen Tour of California and senior vice president of AEG Sports. “These partnerships are vital in creating one of the most anticipated cycling events in the world, and in helping to deliver an experience that fans and athletes can look forward to year after year.”

Below are the 2014 Amgen Tour of California partners:

• Champion System – The multi-year deal includes Champion System’s cutting-edge, custom technical apparel available online in the Amgen Tour of California store, with new 2014 items available soon.
• 10 Speed Coffee – Having just opened their first California brick-and-mortar, farm-to-table concept, Pedalers Fork in Calabasas, 10 Speed Coffee is the exclusive coffee of the race and is committed to serving up the official brew for the third year running.
• Bissell – BISSELL Homecare has been a proud sponsor of the Amgen Tour of California since 2008. The company continues its support of the sport of cycling, which demonstrates BISSELL’s commitment to health and wellness both inside and outside the home.
• Carmichael Training Systems – Carmichael Training Systems CTS will once again offer a unique race experience for cycling enthusiasts by leading the honorary “17th Team” of the Amgen Tour of California. Participants share meals with the pro riders, stay in the same hotels, and ride all eight days of the tour.
• Completing the race experience is a mental and physical journey requiring teamwork, the expert advice of renowned coach Chris Carmichael, and support from pro mechanics and soigneurs.
• Crunchies Natural Snacks – Be on the lookout for new flavors and special Looney Tunes packaging coming soon from Crunchies, the exclusive healthy snack partner of the race since 2010.

• Michelob Ultra – Michelob Ultra will mark its fifth Amgen Tour of California as the exclusive beer/malt beverage partner, and will once again showcase the race’s world-class talent as the leaders of the day are celebrated on the Michelob Ultra Awards Stage. Fans will hear live race commentary from the Michelob Ultra Announcer’s Stage as they anxiously await the pros sprinting to the finish line. Michelob Ultra brand ambassadors will meet and greet fans in the Lifestyle Festival, and the fan-favorite Michelob Ultra Beer Garden will also be back.
• SRAM – Every team competing can count on SRAM’s technical expertise and Formula 1 fast Zipp wheel changes to get riders back in the race.
• ZD Wines – Celebrating their fourth year as the official wine partner of the event, ZD Wines rewards fans who book VIP hospitality access with the opportunity to taste some of the best wines Napa Valley has to offer.