Kirby Group Engineering has agreed a five year deal to become the main sponsor for Camogie in Galway.
The agreement with Galway County Camogie Board will see Kirby’s logo feature on the jerseys of the Senior, U23 and U18 teams and further demonstrates Kirby’s commitment to supporting local communities where it operates in Ireland, the UK, mainland Europe and South Africa.
The deal replaces that of Westerwood Global who exited their five year partnership two years early at the end of last year.
Established in 1964, family-founded firm Kirby is a leading mechanical and engineering contractor. It directly employs over 1,800 people and actively promotes diversity and inclusion at each of its locations.
Three years ago, it unveiled a third-level bursary programme which aims to provide women with valuable opportunities in the broader engineering industry.
“We’ve been working in Galway since 1997 and have witnessed the incredible growth and success of the camogie squads across the county, particularly the Senior County team who featured in last year’s league and All-Ireland finals,” said Henry McCann, CEO of Kirby Group.
“The hard work and dedication on display across the county is truly inspirational and aligns so well with how Kirby strives to deliver for our clients. We’re looking forward to playing our part in supporting camogie in Galway from the grassroots up and wish the teams all the very best for 2025”.
“Camogie is in a fantastic place in Galway at the moment, we’re seeing great results and there’s a really healthy culture where we have players of all age groups coming through clubs countywide,” said Dervla Higgins, Galway Senior Camogie Vice Captain.
“It’s a really important time for the organisation and knowing that Kirby has our backs means we can focus on the game and developing our talent and skills for the future.”
“Galway has gone from strength to strength over the past few years with our Senior and U16 teams making their respective All Ireland Finals in 2024, while at club level, Sarsfields are the current All Ireland Senior Club Champions,” added Paul Kelly, Chairperson of Galway Camogie.
“By showing commitment to local communities and diversity in sport, Kirby is helping to keep camogie at this incredibly high standard for a long time to come.”
“We’re delighted to be working with them and we’re looking forward to a really successful partnership.”
SPORT FOR BUSINESS PERSPECTIVE
The loss of Westerwood Global was a blow to Galway Camogie but everything for a reason and this new deal is a great replacement giving long term stability.
WHAT’S UP NEXT?
The Very Camogie Leagues will start off next weekend.
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