Shorts: Sheffield Wednesday, Wrexham, St. Mirren

Sheffield Wednesday owner Dejphon Chansiri has stated that the EFL Championship football club has paid its bill with HM Revenue and Customs and will come out of the transfer embargo.

The Owls, that sit bottom of the Championship, were placed under a transfer embargo by the EFL last Friday which sees the club is banned from signing and registering any additional players to its squad until the embargo is lifted.

Chansiri then said in an interview this week he might need assistance from fans to raise £2m to cover the HMRC bill and this month’s player and staff wages because of a cashflow problem.

Chansiri had suggested that 20,000 supporters pay £100 each in order to cover the debt.

In a statement the Sheffield Wednesday’s owner, said, “Money owed to me was late and this had the potential to impact on the club. In business, what happens today can be very different tomorrow and right now this is finished.”

Sponsorship and brand partnership agency Reg&Co has been appointed to secure new sponsors for Clutch Pro Tour – the European development golf tour.

Clutch Pro Tour enables the next-generation of golf professionals to start in a professional tour.

Stu Richmond, Director at Reg&Co, said, “Clutch Pro Tour is the only domestic tour offering access to the Challenge, DP World and LPGA Tours, so for any up-and-coming player this is the best platform to play on.

With a young and growing participant and audience demographic we are looking forward to taking Clutch to our prospect market.”

Tom Hayward, Founding Co-Partner of Clutch Pro Tour, added, “The huge interest in golf today means development golf is in the spotlight. We run a full calendar of events and award generous prize funds which allow Clutch Pro Tour winners and ranking players to stay in the game, improve and move forward. We help every player to play golf to the best of their ability, showcasing them and preparing them to break into the big time.

We are looking forward to working with Stu and his team at Reg&Co to bring in new sponsors ahead of another busy year of tournaments in 2024.”

EFL League Two football club Wrexham AFC has announced three-year partnership with M&S Food. 

The deal will be specific to the new M&S store in Wrexham. 

A Wrexham AFC spokesperson, commented, “With a new M&S Food opening in Wrexham on the 1st December, we look forward to creating a partnership with a company who share our broader goals for the community and make a positive difference together.” 

EFL Championship football club Preston North End FC has extended its partnership with B.fresh. 

The partnership will see B.fresh continue providing the first team with its turmeric shots and cold- pressed juice products throughout the course of the season to optimise players health and well-being. 

John Lucas, Head of Physical Performance at Preston North End, said, ‘’We’re delighted to be able to continue to work with the brilliant team at B.fresh. 

“Having already worked with them at previous clubs, I knew the quality of product which we were bringing on board and how that would benefit our first team players, and that’s exactly what we’ve seen. 

“Through the range of B.fresh products which we use here at PNE, the lads are benefitting both nutritionally and it’s aiding them in their recovery too after a matchday.” 

Scottish Premiership football club St Mirren has announced three-year partnership with the Home- Start Renfrewshire and Inverclyde charity.

Over the course of the next three years, St. Mirren has described its aim ‘to provide physical and emotional supports to parents/carers with one or more children under 5 in the local community.’ 

Keith Lasley, Chief Operating Officer of St Mirren, said, “Here at St Mirren our success relies on more than a result on the pitch, the club’s sense of achievement very much factors in the impact we’ve had on those living within the community – how many community projects we’ve been a part of, the number of families who come along on match day. We want to make Paisley proud by saying St Mirren has made a difference to the lives of families who surround the stadium. 

Lisa Carberry, Interim Director of Home-Start Renfrewshire and Inverclyde, added, “To have St Mirren support Home-Start truly exemplifies community spirit. We are looking forward to growing our existing relationship with the club as we partner together over the shared interest of helping families. 

“Both organisations have the same vision, to bring people together, and for families to know there is a community open to them. Parenting can be rewarding, but it can also bring challenges. Home-Start understands that not all parenting journeys are the same for everyone therefore Home-Start is there to help families navigate their way through these new and sometimes daunting times.  

“Home-Start is delighted to be able to receive the support and resources that a partnership with the local Scottish Premiership Football Club can offer. The goal is always to provide the best support possible to families across Renfrewshire and Inverclyde.” 

Wigan Warriors Women has announced a partnership with cyber security and management system consultancy CSC2. 

The one-year deal will see CSC2 feature as Wigan Warriors Women’s front of shirt sponsor for the upcoming 2024 season. 

Chris Smith, Director of CSC2, said, “We are thrilled to announce our partnership as the new sponsor of the Wigan Warriors Women’s Rugby League Team. This collaboration signifies our deep-rooted commitment to sports excellence and community engagement.   

“As we enter this partnership, we share a common goal with the Wigan Warriors Women’s Team: to promote teamwork, resilience, and the pursuit of sporting dreams. Our sponsorship is not just about the game; it’s about creating opportunities, fostering a sense of belonging, and encouraging the next generation of athletes. 

“We look forward to embarking on this exciting journey with the Warriors, supporting their mission to inspire and empower athletes, and making a lasting impact in the world of women’s rugby league.” 

Geoff Warburton, Head Of Commercial at Warriors, added, “As a club we are proud that CSC2 will be behind the Women’s Team and be emblazoned across the front of the shirts from the start of the 2024 season. The Women’s game is developing at a fantastic rate and we are pleased that this shows that Wigan are embracing this and CSC2 are keen to join us on the journey.”