Central Coast Mariners have announced a club-wide partnership with global rental service Budget.
The partnership will cover both the Mariners men’s and women’s sides in their upcoming A-League seasons.
As a senior partner, Budget’s logo will feature on all of the clubs’ sleeves, providing a huge marketing opportunity for the rental service during the summer and this will then coincide with one its busiest periods.
The deal is being marketed aa a huge win for not only the regional club but also for the Central Coast Community.
The Mariners are excited for the opportunity that partnering with a rental service will have for their fans to access other entertainment in the region.
Likewise, Budget is also excited to further entrench itself in the Central Coast community helping to support the regions sporting culture and the local families who utilise their vital service.
Central Coast Mariners CEO Shaun Mielekamp expressed the clubs delight in being able to announce such a huge partnership in the lead up to the hotly anticipated upcoming A-Leagues season.
“We are delighted to be joining forces with an organisation that has the same fundamental belief in the Central Coast community that we do. To have Budget Car & Truck Rentals supporting both our men’s and women’s teams is incredible and is super important for us as a club,” he said via press release.
“We encourage all of our fans to support Budget Car & Truck Rentals in the same way that they are supporting us ahead of this upcoming A-League season. We are pleased to be able to welcome them into the Mariners Family.”
Reflecting on their regional focus, Budget Car & Truck Rentals Central Coast’s General Manager Phil Kingett spoke to the companies interest in the Mariners men’s side.
“When it comes to Australian sports teams, the Central Coast men are one of the best,” he added via press release.
“They demonstrate determination, teamwork and high performance, many of the beliefs and values that also drive us. We look forward to bringing fun and excitement to their fans and sports lovers alike.”
Joining with his sentiments, Budget Car & Truck Rentals Central Coast Sales and Marketing Manager Alicia Cunningham expressed Budget’s pride and excitement in being an inaugural sponsor of the Mariners Women’s side as they come into the A-League.
“We are delighted to join forces with the Central Coast Mariners in the Women’s A-League space,” she said via press release.
“It is an exciting time as we embark on this new journey together, championing women’s football and fostering a future of growth and success.”
This is an exciting deal for both parties – as a club based regionally the Mariners will be relishing the opportunity that this deal will have in helping more people come and enjoy their games from outside the Central Coast region.
The deal will also allow more Mariners fans to travel for away days, something sure to help the club in their upcoming campaigns.
Deals that prioritise community outreach and community businesses are a great way for clubs to engrain themselves in communities, hence this is a great opportunity for both clubs to build greater connections and customer/fan loyalty.
