Secure your sponsorship for 2020 Enjoy access to premium networking, brand engagement and hospitality opportunities all aligned with Bond University; along with enjoying and supporting the best rugby program in Queensland. For all Bond University Rugby enquiries, contact Director of Rugby, Luca Liussi on [email protected]. Benefits of Partnering with Bond Rugby LUCA LIUSSI Director of Rugby Bond University Rugby is well connected within the industry. The University has strong connections with Rugby Australia, Queensland Rugby Union and is the naming rights partner of the Queensland Country team in the National Rugby Championships. “Choosing to partner with businesses that evoke the same high level of quality in their workplace, builds a successful combination for the Bond University Rugby program both on and off the field.” HAMISH STEWART Queensland Reds Player, Bond University Premier Player and John Eales Rugby Excellence Scholarship Holder “As an aspiring elite rugby player, Bond University is providing me the tools both on and off the field to chase my dreams of becoming a professional rugby player through support in completing my University education, as well as providing state-of-the-art resources and high level coaching within the Bond University Rugby program. Myself and the other players all recognise the important role that Corporate Sponsors play in making programs like this a reality, and allowing us to enjoy playing rugby in an elite but enjoyable environment.” HISTORY OF THE RUGBY CLUB PLAYER ACHIEVEMENTS 2015 - 2019 Bond University Rugby is a member of the Queensland QLD U20’s Rugby Union (QRU) and is the only Gold Coast based club • Alex Mafi, Dylan Riley, Harry Nucifora, Gavin Luka competing in the Queensland Premier Rugby competition. • Calum Ball, Hamish Stewart, Angus Blyth • Max Dowd, Hayden Sargeant, Lachlan Connors Bond Rugby fielded a team in the Gold Coast Districts local • Spencer Jeans, Rhian Stowers competition from 1994. By 2013 the Breakers had fallen on hard times and were in need of a home base. Bond Australian U20’s University partnered with the Gold Coast Breakers formed • Harry Nucifora in 1997, to provide a pathway for Gold Coast based players • Dylan Riley, Gavin Luka, Hamish Stewart, Angus Blyth to compete at the highest level of club competition in • Hayden Sargeant Queensland without having to relocate to Brisbane. • Spencer Jeans, Rhian Stowers Bond University Rugby has the following programs: QLD Country National Rugby Championship (NRC) • Two Senior teams: 1st Grade and 2nd Grade • Harry Nucifora, Dion Taumata, Richie Arnold, Cameron Bracewell • Two Colts (U20’s) teams: Colts 1 and Colts 2 • Mitch Third • Aon Women’s 7s • Tai Ford, Angus Blyth, Alex Mafi, Hamish Stewart, Gaven Luka, • Men’s Premier 7s Dylan Riley, Salesi Manu • One Colts team in the local GCDRU competition • Joey Fittock, Dan Boardman, Zac Moimoi, Conor Pritchard Bond University Rugby aims to provide Gold Coast REDS Contracts based players with a rugby program catering • Caderyn Neville, Alex Mafi for elite and aspiring rugby players. • Alex Mafi, Hamish Stewart, Angus Blyth, Gavin Luka • Henry Speight Under the guidance of our Director of Rugby, Luca Liussi, Bond University Rugby provides a training and playing experience QLD Men’s 7s that will develop players, coaches and managers to the best of • Corbin Kehnan, Hayden Sargent, Brad Jones, Joshua Walker their ability in a safe, challenging and enjoyable environment. • Ryan Menzies, Dan Boardman • Joey Fittock Bond University provides a wonderful supportive environment for the Rugby Club with world-class facilities. 2015 - 2019 TEAM ACHIEVEMENTS • Bond University Premier Reserve Grade - Premiers • Bond University Premier Colts - Runners Up • Aon University Women’s 7s Bond University Team finished second place in the inaugural series. Players included 2016 Olympic Gold Medallist, Charlotte Caslick. • Colts 2 Runners Up. NETWORKING MEDIA EXPOSURE As a Bond University Rugby Corporate Sponsor you will have the Bond University’s Rugby program is the Gold Coast’s only Premier opportunity to mix with likeminded professionals during home Rugby program competing in the Queensland Premier Rugby matches and other corporate events throughout the 2020 season: Competition. As a result, Bond University Rugby and its Corporate • Select number of beverage packages at Bond University Premier Sponsor enjoy increased exposure via social print and online media, home matches as well as extensive TV, social media, newspaper and radio coverage. • Select number of invitations to the season launch • Ability to access Bond University staff, players for promotional • Your business to be acknowledged on the Bond University Rugby opportunities and events website rugby.bond.edu.au • Select number of invitations as available to the Bond University • Dedicated social media posts acknowledging your business corporate events and corporate partner events when available through Bond University Rugby social media platforms (e.g. Queensland Reds Corporate Box) • Your logo to be included on all hard copy and digital marketing • Significant partnership with an iconic and successful organisation collateral • Your logo and acknowledgement in all Bond University home BRAND AWARENESS match programs Bond University is a highly respected higher education brand both • Opportunity for Bond University Rugby dedicated deals and locally and internationally. As a Corporate Sponsor you have the specials through your business (optional) ability to align your organisation and brand with a respected and • Acknowledgement of your business by ground announcer premium partner in Bond University. throughout each home game • Acknowledgement of your business throughout the Bond • Your logo to be displayed on the Bond University home field University home match live streaming through signage display fencing ENJOYMENT Possible extras pending terms and conditions with affiliated As a Corporate Sponsor you will enjoy seeing the development of stakeholders: both the players and program as a result of your support, in a • Select number of free entry to the National Rugby Championship relaxed enjoyable atmosphere in the Fabian Fay Clubhouse. match held at Bond University • Select number of free entry to the U20’s Oceania Championships held at Bond University (Australia, New Zealand, Fiji and Japan) • Hospitality packages can be purchased for these events 3 Sponsorship Proposal 2020 | 2020 Proposal Sponsorship BRONZE COMMUNITY SPONSORSHIP FIELD SIGNAGE SPONSOR The Bond University Community Field Signage Sponsorship allows your business to be recognised through premium field signage as a valuable partner and supporter of Bond University. Being a valued supporter of Bond University allows for great networking opportunities amongst other sponsors and members of Bond University. MEMBER AND SUPPORTER APPAREL CORPORATE HOSPITALITY OPPORTUNITIES • Receive 1 x official Bond University Rugby Supporter polo shirts • 1 x invitations to Bond University Premier home matches • Receive 1 x official Bond University Rugby Supporter caps (drinks package provided throughout the match day) • 10% off all additional apparel purchases • 1 x invitation to the Season Launch • 1 x Invitation to the End of Season Presentation SIGNAGE • Continual liaising between Bond University and your business to act on • Your business logo on 2 x home ground fence signage opportunities that may arise • Option for match day pop up displays and signage for your business or products Tier 1: 2 x signs $2,500 per year Field Fence Signage Tier 2: 1 x sign $1,500 per year Field Fence Signage SILVER AND GOLD CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP MAJOR BENEFITS OF SILVER AND GOLD CORPORATE SPONSORSHIP MEMBER AND SUPPORTER APPAREL EXTRA BENEFITS IF NEGOTIABLE THROUGH STAKEHOLDERS • Receive 2 x official Bond University Rugby Supporter polo shirts • Pop up display of your business, its products and signage at the • Receive 2 x official Bond University Rugby Supporter caps U20’s Oceania Rugby Championships held at Bond University • 10% off all additional apparel purchases • Pop up display of your business, its products and signage at the Queensland Country Championships matches held at Bond SIGNAGE University • Your business logo on 2 x home ground fence signage • Pop up display of your business, its products and signage at various • Option for match day pop up displays and signage for your business other events put on by Bond University as opportunities arise or products • Select number of invitations to the National Rugby Championship match held at Bond University, shown on Fox Sports CORPORATE HOSPITALITY OPPORTUNITIES • Select number of invitations to the U20’s Oceania Championships • 2 x Invitations to Bond University Premier home matches held at Bond University (Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Fiji and (drinks package provided throughout the match day) Samoa) • 2 x invitations to the End of Season Presentation • 2 x invitations to the Season Launch MEDIA AND MARKETING EXPOSURE • Continual liaising between Bond University and your business to act • Your business to be acknowledged on the Bond University Rugby on opportunities that may arise website • Option for your business to be part of the End of Season • An agreed number of dedicated social media posts acknowledging Presentation formalities your business • Your logo to be included on all home match hard copy and digital OPPORTUNITY FOR POP UP DISPLAYS OF YOUR BUSINESS marketing collateral AND PRODUCTS • Your logo and acknowledgement in all