LONG-TERM supporters of Basingstoke Town Community FC have increased their back of the club by sponsoring a stand at its current ground. 

Champion Group is now sponsoring the north stand at Winklebury Football Complex, ready for the start of the 2022/23 Isthmian South Central campaign. Its sponsorship will last for at least the next two seasons.

Kevin Croombs of Champion Group said: “The Champion Group recognise the importance of grass roots sports and the need for these to be preserved and supported for the many benefits they bring to the local area. The Champion Group is a proud Basingstoke business and keen to see our community thrive on and off the pitch, as such it was an obvious connection to get more involved with Basingstoke Town Community FC. We are keen to play our part in helping them fulfil their potential."

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Basingstoke Gazette: Kevin Croombs of Champion Group Kevin Croombs of Champion Group (Image: Newsquest)

Club chairman Jack Miller said he is thrilled by the company's sponsorship. 

He added: “It’s great to have such a well-known business in Champion Group supporting us as a club and sponsoring the Champion Group Stand. When I met up with Kevin from Champion Group, it was apparent to see their interest in the community club and also their enthusiasm to support a range of community initiatives in the borough and we’re thrilled to unveil the Champion Group Stand.”

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The Champion Group Stand features the logos of the businesses which form the Champion Group including Champion Tool Hire, Champion Brickwork, Champion Scaffolding and Champion Homes.

The team would like to thank Champion Group for its on-going sponsorship and support of the club.