Shorts: British Rowing, Brighton, London Stadium
British Rowing has announced a new partnership with Kukri Sports, naming them as its official teamwear partner.
The collaboration aims to empower the rowing community by providing high-performance, sustainable sportswear for rowers at all levels, from grassroots to elite athletes.
Kukri Sports will supply custom-designed apparel and merchandise for rowers, clubs, and competitions nationwide, focusing on innovative, high-quality products to meet the specific demands of rowing.
Through this partnership, Kukri Sports will provide branded gear at major British Rowing events, including the British Rowing Club Championships and British Rowing Masters Championships.
GB Rowing Team athletes and the England Team will also wear Kukri sportswear in international competitions. The partnership seeks to strengthen community engagement and raise awareness of rowing across the country.
Alastair Marks, CEO of British Rowing, said, “This new partnership will bring the very best of performance apparel to our GB Rowing Team athletes, club rowers, volunteers and staff on and off the water. With co-created on-water wear we hope this partnership will help take our performance to the next level across the whole sport.”
Brighton & Hove Albion has partnered with Govia Thameslink Railway, to support projects across Sussex.
The agreement has included travel provisions for fans attending home matches at the Amex Stadium and safety workshops for schoolchildren.
Supporters will continue to have Southern and Thameslink train travel included with their matchday tickets, allowing travel to and from the stadium.
The partnership has also provided safety workshops in schools and clubs, educating young people on railway safety.
Since August 2024, Govia Thameslink Railway has delivered sessions to 4,000 children in Sussex and Surrey, with further workshops planned.
Paul Mullen, Albion’s Chief Operating Officer said, “We are pleased to announce a new and much wider ranging partnership with Govia Thameslink Railway and delighted to welcome them as a new club partner.
“We hope this new long-term arrangement will enable us to work even closer with Govia Thameslink Railway and continue providing the matchday train service to fans travelling to and from the American Express Stadium.“
Nestle Confectionary has become the exclusive chocolate and sweet partner of London Stadium.
The venue has announced the new partnership with Nestlé Confectionary, naming it as its exclusive chocolate and sweet provider.
The partnership aims to enhance the visitor experience and drive mutual growth in the entertainment sector.
Nestlé’s commitment to sustainability, through initiatives such as the Nestlé Cocoa Plan, aligns with the Stadium’s sustainable agenda. Visitors to London Stadium will see Nestlé’s branding throughout the stadium via digital screens.
Graham Gilmore, CEO of London Stadium, commented, “We are thrilled to partner with Nestlé. Their commitment to providing high quality products is exceptional, and we look forward to offering their range of renowned brands to our customers.”
The Welsh government becomes the first nation in the UK to announce its intention to ban greyhound racing
Deputy First Minister for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies, confirmed the decision, citing public sentiment and cross-party support in the Senedd.
A public consultation revealed that almost two-thirds of respondents favoured a ban, and a petition against greyhound racing garnered over 35,000 signatures.
The ban is also supported by animal welfare organisations such as Blue Cross, Dogs Trust, and the RSPCA. An Implementation Group will be established to manage the phasing out of the sport, ensuring the welfare of dogs and supporting those involved in the industry.
The Welsh government aims for the ban to be implemented as soon as practically possible, learning from international examples like New Zealand.
Huw Irranca-Davies, said, “I’m pleased to share with the Senedd today that I have seen the strength of feeling on this, and I have listened.”
StoneX Financial Ltd, the UK-based subsidiary of StoneX Group Inc., has extended its partnership with the Women’s Run Series.
The next event scheduled is on International Women’s Day – 8th March 2025 – at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park in London.
Victoria Lepadden, Head of Client Management (Non-Banks) at StoneX Payments, said, “I’m so excited that StoneX and Women’s Run Series have come together to organise the groundbreaking Women’s Run Series. This event ties in so well with our ‘Women in StoneX’ movement.
“Both StoneX and Women’s Run Series have provided opportunities for women to come together, have fun, and get fit at the same time. I’m delighted to see that the series will be expanding across the country this year, giving more women the chance to join in and help them thrive in a supportive community.”
Warrington Wolves have announced a new partnership with Rhode Island Coffee for the 2025 season.
As part of the partnership, Warrington 2025 members can take advantage of an exclusive 15% discount of all hot drinks on home matchdays – including this Friday’s opening home game of the new Super League season.
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