The Newcastle Jets have announced nib as the new principal partner of the Club’s A-League Women’s team for the next two seasons.
The partnership marks a milestone in the promotion of women’s sport in the region by sponsoring elite female athletes and promoting active lifestyles to improve health outcomes for women.
Newcastle Jets CEO, Tain Drinkwater, expressed enthusiasm and admiration toward nib’s newfound support for women’s football.
“This is nib’s first direct investment into women’s football, and it speaks volumes about their commitment to building a stronger, healthier, and more inclusive community,” she said in a press release.
“With women’s football continuing to grow across our region and the nation, this partnership is a major step forward for our club and the sport.”
Through this partnership, nib’s logo will feature across the front of our A-League women’s kits and become the official health care provider for the Newcastle Jets.
Northern NSW, including Newcastle and the Hunter Region, boasts the highest football participation per capita in Australia, with nib aiming to support community initiatives that encourage participation, inclusion, and wellbeing from the ground up.
Nib Group CEO and Managing Director, Ed Close, also spoke on how much the partnership will mean for the development of women’s sport.
“Our partnership is about investing in the future of women’s sport, supporting grassroots football, and championing better health and wellbeing for all,” he said in a press release.
“At nib, we’re proud to stand alongside these talented players as they inspire the next generation and elevate the game.
“These athletes are exceptional on the pitch; they’re role models in our community.”
Since 2022, nib has partnered with the Minerva Network to support elite female athletes through mentoring and leadership development, helping to empower them on and off the field.
Northern NSW, including Newcastle and the Hunter Region, boasts the highest football participation per capita in Australia, with nib aiming to support community initiatives that encourage participation, inclusion, and wellbeing.
The partnership between the two parties is exciting for the women’s side who get the benefit of a decent size Australian company backing the team with promotion and resources to improve them both on and off the pitch. It’s strategic from the Newcastle Jets who need to find ways to improve from their 11th place finish in 2024/25.
