Intersport Elverys to remain official retail partner of Connacht Rugby

Connacht Rugby and Intersport Elverys have announced a renewal of their long-standing partnership. It means Intersport Elverys will remain Connacht's official retail partner until 2029.

The two brands first joined forces in 2010 and since then have worked in tandem in delivering the very best Connacht Rugby range, from on-field and training wear to leisure and accessories, both in-store and online.

The 2024/25 Connacht Rugby range remains available through Intersport Elverys, with next season’s range available exclusive in stores and online from the summer.

Intersport Elverys is a recognised market leader and innovator in sports retail, with a store network in the Irish market now stands at over 45 stores plus a fully integrated omnichannel strategy.

People are the core of the business, driven by a commitment to provide an outstanding customer experience for sports enthusiasts.

The Mayo-based company remains Irish-owned and operated, and is a member of Intersport – a vertical retail organisation with over 5,000 retail stores in 42 countries, bringing together the latest innovation in sporting goods from top brands around the world, along with an understanding of local customers like no other.

Intersport Elverys is one of the largest supporters of Irish sport in sponsoring and supporting various sports teams, individuals and community events across Ireland. This highlights Intersport Elverys' commitment to promoting and developing sport at both the grassroots and professional levels in Ireland.

Philip Staunton, head teamsports buyer at Intersport Elverys, commented: “Intersport Elverys is excited to continue our long-standing partnership with Connacht Rugby as the official retail partner and exclusive operator of the Connacht Rugby online store. The passion and energy Connacht Rugby brings to every corner of the province is truly inspiring, especially to us as an organisation proudly founded and based in the west of Ireland.

“Our commitment to the region is reflected in the recent expansion of our Castlebar Distribution Centre, which supports our nationwide network of stores, including nine across Connacht. Additionally, our investment in the cutting-edge AutoStore automated warehouse ensures Connacht Rugby supporters can quickly access merchandise all year round either online, in-store or at Dexcom Stadium.

“We are proud to welcome the Connacht Rugby team and supporters to our hometown next week for the historic match at Hastings Insurance MacHale Park, the home of Mayo GAA. The collaboration between two of our key partners highlights the best of sport in the west, as both organisations come together to deliver an unforgettable day for the passionate sports fans of Connacht.”

Philip Patterson, head of commercial and marketing at Connacht Rugby, added: “Intersport Elverys is Ireland’s oldest sports retailer and one of Connacht’s great success stories. Since 2010 the two brands have collaborated extensively in bringing the very best range to Connacht supporters across the world, so I’m delighted that we will continue to work together to not just continue that tradition, but to grow it even further, particularly with the Dexcom Stadium redevelopment continuing in earnest. We look forward to working with the team at Intersport Elverys long into the future.”