Miscellaneous lands P120,000 STRIKR deal
Wednesday, August 28, 2019
The sponsorship is the second highest in the club's history and will run for two years. It will cover the home, away and alternative playing and training kits and leisure wear as well the technical team apparel.
Speaking at the launch, Miscellaneous vice chairman, Moses Bantsi said the club struggled for funds in the previous season hence the sponsorship comes as motivation ahead of the new season that starts on Saturday. "It is an opportunity that does not come often. We have been struggling for a technical sponsor for some time now. Last season we missed out on the top eight by a whisker. This season, I assure you that we will perform well because this (sponsorship) is what we have been yearning for. This will motivate the players to work extra harder and perform better on the field," he said.
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