Sepha partners with Ards Swimming Club in Two-Year Sponsorship Deal
Continuing its dedication to supporting and engaging with the community, Sepha, a global leader in the pharmaceutical packaging industry is delighted to announce its official sponsorship of Ards Swimming Club for the seasons 2023/2024 and 2024/2025. This collaboration is more than just a sponsorship as it marks Sepha’s commitment to give back and show support to the local community.
“Sepha is excited to expand our community involvement through the official sponsorship of Ards Swimming Club,” said Paul Smith, Managing Director at Sepha. “We believe in the power of local sports to bring people together, nurture talent and promote a healthy, active lifestyle. We are proud to support this effort and our commitment to Ards Swimming Club is not just about sponsorship; it’s about working together to create a brighter future for our local community.”
Ards Swimming Club, a highly competitive swimming club based in Newtownards Leisure Centre, has been nurturing local swimming talents since the 1970s. Throughout the years, the club has produced exceptional swimmers who have represented their country on various international platforms, including the Olympic/Paralympic Games Squad (2000, 2008, 2012, 2016 and 2020), Commonwealth Games Squad (2010, 14, 18, 22), and the Ulster Swim Squad. The club has celebrated the success of remarkable athletes including Bethany Firth, a six-time gold Paralympic medallist, Ellie McCartney and Grace Davison, who both secured Gold medals at the Youth Commonwealth Games in 2023.
The club is currently supporting multiple talented swimmers aiming to compete in the upcoming Olympics in Paris 2024 and LA 2028. Thanks to Sepha’s invaluable sponsorship, the club will receive crucial support for its day-to-day operations, training programs, and exciting events over the next two years.
“We are delighted to have Sepha on board as our official sponsor,” said Curtis Coulter, Head Coach of Ards Swimming Club. “Their support will not only help us provide better resources for our swimmers but will also strengthen our ties with the wider community. We look forward to a successful partnership.”