Patton Group continues its Ballymena RFC sponsorship

The market-leading construction group will remain as major sponsors of the Eaton Park-based All-Ireland League club for a further three years.

Patton Group Chairman, David Patton, whose links with the club stretch back to 1951 when he joined as a player, said the sponsorship cemented what has been a successful association between club and sponsor.

"It's simply great that Neil and I, and indeed everyone within Patton Group, are able to continue our support of Ballymena RFC. I have had almost 60 years of enjoyment and fun with this great club.

"This is not just important to us as a business, but also from a family point of view.

"We are glad to be in the position to give something back to the club."

Patton Group Managing Director, Neil Patton who has also played for Ballymena, said: "Rugby has helped in the past, opening doors for us to grow our business.

"So, even in these challenging days from a business perspective, sponsorships like this make sense for commercial organisations and sporting clubs alike."

David Allen, Chairman of Ballymena RFC said: "We are well aware that the professional game is well established and well supported.

"This makes it even more important that we have the backing of businesses in the community, willing to support the Club.

"We are delighted the Patton Group and all of our other valuable sponsors have continued to support the club."