GOLD COAST DISTRICT CRICKET CLUB COMMERCIAL PARTNERSHIPS: 2018/19 Gold Coast District Cricket Club Introduction The Gold Coast District Cricket Club (the ‘Dolphins’) would In 2018/19, the Dolphins will field four senior men’s and like to extend an invitation to partner with us to help make two women’s teams as well as youth teams for both boys cricket become Australia’s favourite sport. We aim to build and girls. The club also provides opportunities for grass a relationship with our partners which fosters ongoing roots participation with Cricket Australia programs aimed support and recognition for their brand, while providing at kids aged between 6-12 years old. the opportunity to be involved with some of the game’s The Dolphins boast a modern, well-appointed clubhouse most exciting cricketers. overlooking the picturesque Bill Pippen Oval at Robina Our partnering opportunities provide exposure for your (see below). Outside of the ‘Gabba and Allan Border Field, business across South East Queensland. Being the only Bill Pippen Oval is considered one of the best cricket Premier Cricket club on the Gold Coast also means we facilities in the State. As a mark of this standing, this have extensive coverage in the print and electronic media season the ground will host training camps featuring the and a large player, supporter and social media base. Australian Women’s Cricket Team and the UAE, as well as matches featuring the Queensland Bulls. About us Partner’s benefits The Dolphins were formed in 1990 to provide the opportunity for any cricketer in the Gold Coast and Tweed For our Commercial Partners, the Dolphins can provide: Districts to compete in the highest level of cricket for ▪ A reputation for success and excellence in which he or she is capable of playing and to help foster, achievement develop, co-ordinate and promote the game of cricket in the Gold Coast and Tweed Districts. ▪ Increased brand awareness ▪ Extensive past player and professional network The Dolphins field both men’s and women’s teams in the Queensland Cricket Premier Grade Competition and are ▪ Exposure at the highest levels of sport in both the affiliated to Cricket Gold Coast Limited, the coordinating Gold Coast and Brisbane body for cricket in the Region. ▪ Cost effective promotion of your business while Since its inception, the Dolphins have produced a number supporting an active and healthy lifestyle of Queensland and Australian players, including former ▪ Increased sales prospects Test cricketers Andrew Symonds, Craig McDermott and Scott Muller. Our playing list includes current and former ▪ Potential naming rights or signage at our ground Queensland Bulls Michael Neser, Nick Stevens and Daniel ▪ Access to our corporate facilities at Brisbane Heat Doran. While our women’s program features former matches at the Gabba Australian Southern Stars all-rounder Delissa Kimmince. The club also boasts a number of current Australian and ▪ Use of facilities for both business and entertainment Queensland representatives at youth level. purposes The Dolphins’ Home Ground - Bill Pippen Oval, Robina www.goldcoastdolphins.com.au Gold Coast District Cricket Club Our commercial partnership packages We have designed a number of tiered packages which will provide an opportunity to support the Dolphins at any level. We also provide targeted partnership opportunities for specific signage or programs within the club. Alternatively, we are able to tailor a partnership package to suit your needs. The following outlines indicative levels of investment and what we can provide. Photograph from the Gold Coast Bulletin – Signage Match Partner - $500 opportunities include stumps, player’s shirts or fence ▪ Banner advertising on the Dolphins’ website and in Stump or Ground Signage - $1,500 the club newsletter – the ‘Flipper’ ▪ Prominent advertising signage on the stumps used ▪ Advertising signage in the Clubhouse supplied by in each Dolphins match or the picket fence (supplied partner by partner) ▪ Complimentary lunch or after match BBQ/drinks for ▪ Free invitation for two guests to the Dolphins’ two guests on last day of match Annual Presentation Dinner ▪ Banner advertising on the Dolphins’ website and in Youth/Girls Program Partner - $1,000 the club newsletter – the ‘Flipper’ ▪ Advertising signage in the club house supplied by partner and banner advertising on the Dolphins’ Clothing Partner - $3,000 website and in the newsletter – the ‘Flipper’ ▪ Your logo will appear on player’s match and off-field clothing and advertising on the Dolphins’ website and in the club newsletter – the ‘Flipper’ ▪ Use of our Clubhouse (capacity 100), for one function at an agreed time throughout the year ▪ Free invitation for two guests to the Dolphins’ Annual Presentation Dinner Major Partner - $5,000 ▪ Advertising signage in the Clubhouse and prominent advertising signage on the ground picket fence both supplied by the Dolphins ▪ Banner advertising on the Dolphins’ website and in Michael Neser – Current Gold Coast Dolphins 1st the club newsletter – the ‘Flipper’ Grade Captain, Australia ‘A’, Queensland Bulls, Adelaide Strikers www.goldcoastdolphins.com.au Gold Coast District Cricket Club ▪ Use of our Clubhouse, for two functions at an agreed time throughout the year ▪ Your logo will appear on our letterhead and prominently on player’s match and off-field clothing ▪ Complimentary use of the Dolphins’ Corporate Box at the Gabba for one Brisbane Heat T20 match (drinks and catering not included) ▪ Complimentary invitations to key Dolphins’ events including Cricket Matches, Sponsor’s Days, Fundraisers and Presentation Nights st Delissa Kimmince – Current Gold Coast Dolphins 1 Grade Women’s Player, Southern Stars, Queensland Principal Partner -$10,000 Fire, Brisbane Heat ▪ Advertising signage in the Clubhouse and on the ground picket fence supplied by the Dolphins Our contacts ▪ Your logo will appear on our letterhead and prominently on player’s match and off-field clothing For additional information in relation to any of our packages or to discuss your needs further, please get in ▪ Use of our Clubhouse for up to five functions at an touch with your usual Dolphins contact or any of the agreed time throughout the year following people: ▪ Use of the grounds (outside cricket commitments), Jeff Pfaff, President up to three times throughout the year Mobile: 0401 222696 ▪ Complimentary use of the Dolphins’ Corporate Box Warwick Glaves, Vice President at the Gabba for one Brisbane Heat T20 match Mobile: 0413 913757 (drinks and catering not included) Tony Radanovic, Sponsorship Manager ▪ Complimentary invitations to key Dolphins’ events Mobile: 0418 241903 including Cricket Matches, Sponsor’s Days, Gerry Stevens, Secretary Fundraisers and Presentation Nights Mobile: 0421 636923 ▪ Banner advertising on the Dolphins’ website and in the club newsletter – the ‘Flipper’ Follow us ▪ Advertising signage on rear of scoreboard facing Robina Town Centre Drive (subject to approval) www.facebook.com/GCDCC ▪ One promotional appearance at your business at an agreed time by Dolphins’ senior players (including our first-class players where available) @GCDCC www.goldcoastdolphins.com.au .