Sponsor an athlete
Back one rider or player through a season - coaching fees, training equipment, kit, race entries, travel and accommodation.
Sponsorship & partnerships
Be Part of an Athlete's Journey
Talent needs opportunity, support and access to the right resources. SPORTSENSE connects sponsors with athletes, teams and sporting initiatives that need support to grow. Whether you are an individual, a business or a brand, your contribution can help create better sporting opportunities. Together, we can build a stronger sporting culture.
Four ways to support
Sponsorship can be a one-off event or a season-long commitment. Tell us the budget and the area you care about, and we will match it to a real requirement.
Sponsor a team
Support a school, club or community squad for a season of training and competition, with your name on their kit.
Sponsor an event
Title or supporting sponsorship for a race, championship, camp or workshop, with branding across event materials.
Long-term partnership
A season-long or multi-year partnership across programmes, events and coach development in a district you care about.
What sponsors get back
All benefits depend on the sponsorship category, agreement and applicable permissions. Sponsorship does not automatically guarantee advertising exposure or specific commercial returns.
- Brand visibility on approved sports kits and event materials
- Recognition on the SPORTSENSE website and social media
- Sponsor acknowledgements at selected events
- Opportunities to connect with athletes, teams and sporting communities
- Updates on the supported athlete's or team's progress
- Opportunities for long-term sports development partnerships
How a sponsorship is put together
- Step 1
Tell us what interests you
A sport, an athlete, a team, an event or a district - plus the budget you have in mind.
- Step 2
We send a proposal
Funding requirement, how the money will be used, sponsor benefits and reporting arrangements, in writing.
- Step 3
You see where it went
Progress updates on the athlete, team or programme you supported through the season.
How can I become a sponsor or partner with SPORTSENSE?
SPORTSENSE welcomes individuals, businesses, brands and organisations interested in supporting sports development and creating opportunities for athletes. Connect with us to discuss athlete sponsorship, team sponsorship, sports events, training programmes or long-term partnerships, and we will identify a suitable opportunity based on your interests and budget.
How can I sponsor an individual athlete or a sports team?
You can support an athlete or a team by contributing towards their sporting development and participation. Depending on their requirements, sponsorship may cover coaching fees, training equipment, sports kits, competition registration, travel, accommodation or other approved sporting expenses. Contact us to discuss your preferred sport, athlete or team and the funding required.
What benefits do sponsors receive from SPORTSENSE?
Depending on the agreement, benefits may include brand visibility on approved sports kits and event materials, recognition on our website and social media, acknowledgements at selected events, opportunities to connect with athletes and sporting communities, and progress updates on the athlete or team you support. All benefits depend on the sponsorship category, agreement and applicable permissions, and sponsorship does not automatically guarantee advertising exposure or specific commercial returns.
What are the sponsorship plans, and how much does sponsorship cost?
Sponsorship opportunities are built around the needs of individual athletes, teams, events and sports development programmes. Sponsors can support at different levels depending on budget, objectives and preferred area of contribution. Contact our team for a customised proposal setting out the funding requirement, intended use of funds, sponsor benefits and reporting arrangements.
Ask for a sponsorship proposal
Pick “Sponsorship or partnership” on the enquiry form and tell us the sport, the athlete or team, and the budget you have in mind. We reply within two working days.