Reebok Official Kit Supplier to the Proteas Cricket Team

Press release

The announcement comes at the beginning of an intense playing schedule that sees the Proteas challenging for the T20 World Championship trophy in England in June; a possible tour to Zimbabwe including games against India; hosting the ICC Champions Trophy in South Africa in September; followed by a 3 months’ tour by England in South Africa from November.

Reebok’s Marketing Manager Dave Turnbull was excited about the partnership with the Proteas commenting; “This Proteas’ side has grown phenomenally over the last few years and is now one of the best balanced and most successful national teams in the world. They have the ingredients to become a dominant force in world cricket for some time, and we’re looking forward to being a part of the challenge that lies ahead.”

Proteas’ skipper Graeme Smith had this to add; “It's fantastic to have a strong international sports brand like Reebok on board, and it’s great to feel like we’re working towards a common goal - that is to make sure South Africa is ranked as the best cricketing nation on every front.”

The new kit will be unveiled at an official launch at the end of May – venue to be confirmed. The T20 replica and supporters’ kit will go on sale end May at retailers countrywide, to give supporters ample time to get kitted up and show their support ahead of the Proteas’ challenge for the T20 World Cup in June.

The sponsorship agreement runs for three years till the end of the 2011/2012 season and includes the 2011 Cricket World Cup in New Zealand.

Apparel

Reebok will be providing all playing jerseys, caps, tracksuits and casual travel kit for the Proteas’ team and management, as well as all official replica to supporters. All shirts and jerseys will incorporate Reebok’s PlayDry material that allows for greater breathability and wicks moisture away from the body to keep players cool and dry throughout, as well as strategic mesh panels and lightweight materials, designed in conjunction with the national team.