PwC has announced it is to renew its sponsorship of the IRFU for another four years. As part of the partnership PwC continues to be the official sponsor of the Ireland U20’s, Ireland U19’s and the Ireland U18 Club and School Teams. This is an extension of a ten year partnership between the PwC and the IRFU, one of the longest in Irish sport at the top level.
The sponsorship will also involve PwC supporting the IRFU Elite Player Pathway Programme which identifies and supports the development of rugby talent right across the country. The programme puts support services in place to enhance and fast-track player development to ensure that these young athletes are ready to compete at the representative level and in the professional game as well as in business life.
“The IRFU is delighted to be continuing its partnership with PwC,” said Padraig Power, IRFU Commercial & Marketing Director.
“It has been very positive for Irish Rugby to have such a strong brand associated with our up and coming players over the last number of years.”
“It’s also very pleasing that PwC have come on board as sponsors of the Elite Player Development Pathway Programme and we look forward to continued success in the years to come.”
“We are delighted to continue our support of the IRFU and Irish Rugby,” added Feargal O’Rourke, PwC Managing Partner.
“Our association with Irish Rugby is a perfect fit for our brand where qualities such as excellence, teamwork and leadership are key ingredients for success.”
“Talent development and supporting our people to be the best they can be is also very much part of our business.”
“Having great talent developed to its full potential is also reflected in sport at the highest levels.”
“We are therefore very excited to also be associated with the Elite Player Development Pathway Programme.”
“It is fantastic to see former U20 players such as Josh Van Der Flier and Finlay Bealham making their senior debuts this season.”
“We wish the Ireland U20 team the very best of luck in the upcoming 2016 World Rugby U20 Championship in Manchester.”
