Avenue announce "record-breaking" link up with global brand
Bradford (Park Avenue) have announced a new and record-breaking partnership with global sportswear brand Capelli Sport, who will become their official kit suppliers from next season onwards.
In addition to supplying the team's kits and training wear, Capelli Sport will also be sponsoring some of the club's upcoming events, with the specifics of those collaborations to be revealed soon.
The partnership with Capelli Sport also marks the conclusion of Avenue's previous agreement with EV2 Sportswear, with the club wishing them well and thanking them for their services.
Capelli Sport, an international company with origins in New York and a UK base in Manchester, has been developing high-quality sportswear, accessories, and equipment since 2011.
In a club statement, Avenue said: 'This agreement marks an exciting new chapter for the club as we continue to build for the future both on and off the pitch.
'Capelli Sport's commitment to innovation and excellence aligns perfectly with the club's ambitions.'
Thomas McStravick, sporting & executive director at Bradford (Park Avenue), said: 'We are thrilled to partner with Capelli Sport as our new official kit supplier.
'Their commitment to quality, honesty and ambition made this an easy decision.
'The innovation within this deal will see the club get global exposure.
'We are excited to see our players and supporters proudly wearing Capelli Sport apparel as we embark on the next stage of our journey.
'A huge well done to (commercial director) Pete Kenyon for negotiating this deal.'
For sponsorship opportunities get in touch with Kenyon via Pete.kenyon@bpafc.com
Back on the field, Avenue host Consett in the Northern Premier League East Division this afternoon.
They are looking to keep their play-off hopes alive at Horsfall, which were damaged by a woeful 4-1 defeat at Heaton Stannington in midweek.
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