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Hampshire Cricket Extends Partnership With Gallagher

May 10, 2021

Hampshire Cricket has announced an extension to the Club’s partnership with global insurance, risk management and consulting services company, Gallagher.

The extended partnership is a continuation of the strong relationship held between Hampshire Cricket and Gallagher, with their branding continuing to feature prominently on the team’s County Championship playing kit.

As part of the agreement, Gallagher branding will also continue to feature in a number of locations across The Ageas Bowl.

Gallagher is known for its support of grass roots sports and is also the title partner of Premiership Rugby. The broker works with sports clubs across the UK providing specialist insurance products and services.

With significant reach internationally, the organisation employs over 32,000 people and their global network provides services in more than 150 countries, offering relevant and impactful professional advice across many international territories.

Tom James, Hampshire Cricket’s Head of Sales & Commercial Partnerships, said: “We are delighted to be continuing our partnership with Gallagher, a company with global partnerships throughout the sporting world. We share their ethos of having a positive impact in the local community, in both business and sport, and look forward to another season working together.”

Andy Edwards, Head of the Gallagher Southampton Offices, said: “We are huge cricket fans at Gallagher and so naturally, are delighted to be continuing with our partnership with Hampshire Cricket for the upcoming season.

“Supporting sport in the communities where we are based is something we are very passionate about, and partnering with a local club that has a longstanding and recognised history in county cricket is a huge source of pride for us. After a challenging year for sports, we are looking forward to the forthcoming season and enjoying some play alongside the fans over the coming months.”

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