Llandarcy AFC
Llandarcy AFC is one of the fastest-growing and most ambitious football clubs in Neath Port Talbot. With a strong reputation for success and a commitment to community engagement, we are proud to be at the forefront of local football development. Our teams have achieved multiple promotions and cup victories in recent years, and we are now on the brink of winning our league and securing a historic entry into the Welsh Football Pyramid.
This achievement would mark a major milestone for the club and provide even greater exposure and opportunities for our players, supporters, and commercial partners. As a sponsor, your business will benefit from:
High-Profile Exposure: Be part of our journey into the Welsh Football Pyramid, gaining valuable brand visibility in league matches across South Wales and beyond.
Community Engagement: Showcase your brand to a loyal and passionate local audience through matchday banners, team kits, and community events.
Digital and Social Media Reach: Promote your business through our growing online presence, including a new website and dynamic social media channels.
Event Promotion Opportunities: Feature in club events such as tournaments, awards ceremonies, and community initiatives that bring people together.
Aligning your brand with Llandarcy AFC means supporting a club that’s on the rise, driven by passion, resilience, and a commitment to excellence. Together, we can build a successful partnership and make history both on and off the field.
Target Audience
Llandarcy AFC is proud to attract a passionate and diverse fan base, with a broad age range and deep ties to the local community. Our supporters are a mix of long-time loyal fans, young adults, and families, all with a shared commitment to grassroots football. Key audience details include:
Age Range: Our supporters span from 16 to 50+ years old, reflecting a vibrant mix of youth, middle-aged adults, and experienced football fans who have followed the club for years. The wide age spectrum ensures a broad and engaged audience across generations.
Demographics:
Male and Female Supporters: While the majority of our fans are male, our fan base is growing to include more female supporters, especially with the addition of our successful ladies’ team.
Active, Social, and Family-Oriented: Our supporters are highly engaged with the club, attending matches, events, and supporting local football. Families and young professionals make up a large portion of our fan base, with many regulars also attending social gatherings and community events.
Community-Centered: Our supporters are dedicated to the local area, hailing mostly from Neath, Port Talbot, and the surrounding regions.
The club acts as a hub for local pride and togetherness, with fans showing a strong connection to both the team and the community.
ABC1 Demographic: Our audience spans across the ABC1 demographic, encompassing everyone from students and young professionals to business owners and local leaders, all united by a shared interest in supporting grassroots sports and their community.
Interests:
Football Enthusiasts: From die-hard football fans to former players and newcomers, our supporters have a genuine love for the sport and enjoy being part of the action, whether watching games, attending club events, or interacting on social media.
Local Business Supporters: Many of our fans are active in the local business community and are eager to engage with sponsors who are similarly rooted in the region.
Social and Family Events: Fans value the opportunity to come together for more than just football – our supporters enjoy attending club fundraisers, tournaments, and social events that bring the community closer.
Our fan base is energetic, loyal, and deeply invested in the future success of Llandarcy AFC. With a broad demographic, both in terms of age and interests, sponsoring the club presents a unique opportunity to connect with a diverse, community-driven audience.
Key Dates and Timings
At Llandarcy AFC, we are eager to establish long-term partnerships with our sponsors and are open to discussing sponsorship durations that best suit your business needs. However, ideally, we would like to secure sponsorships before the beginning of the next season, which begins in August. To ensure full exposure and branding integration for the new season, we would ideally like to have all sponsorships confirmed by April to August.
Here’s a breakdown of key dates and durations:
Seasonal Sponsorship:
Start Date: Ongoing, with exposure throughout the football season (typically from August through May).
Duration: Sponsorship packages last for the entire season, providing continuous exposure across all matchdays and events.
Ground and Facility Sponsorship:
Start Date: Immediate availability, with branding opportunities set to be installed before the start of the upcoming season.
Duration: Ground and perimeter sponsorship packages last for 12 months, with options for renewal or extension after the first year.
Event-Specific Sponsorships:
Start Date: Dependent on the event, with key events throughout the year (such as tournaments, awards nights, and community days).
Duration: Event-specific sponsorship lasts for the duration of the event (usually one day or weekend).
Digital and Social Media Exposure:
Start Date: Immediate, with content created and published on our website and social media platforms as soon as the sponsorship is confirmed.
Duration: 12-month exposure, with regular updates and highlights through the club’s online presence.
Deadline for Sponsorship Confirmation:
While we are happy to secure sponsorships for as long as possible, we kindly request that all sponsorships be confirmed by April to August to ensure that your branding is fully integrated ahead of the new season.
Specific Opportunity Details
At Llandarcy AFC, we offer a variety of exciting and tailored sponsorship opportunities designed to give your business maximum exposure while supporting our club’s continued growth and success.
Key Opportunities:
Kit Sponsorship: Feature your brand on our first team and reserve team kits as we compete at the top of our league, aiming for promotion into the Welsh Football Pyramid.
Ground Sponsorship: Be part of a transformational moment for the club by sponsoring our newly developed pitch area, including branding opportunities for:
Perimeter Advertising Boards: Showcase your business around the pitch boundary, visible during all matches and training sessions.
Dugouts and Player Benches: Prominent branding on newly installed dugouts and seating areas.
Main Ground Sponsorship: Exclusive naming rights for the pitch or facility, placing your brand front and center in our ongoing club operations and communications.
Digital Sponsorship Packages: Promote your brand through our club website and growing social media channels, featuring match updates, player highlights, and event announcements.
Event Partnerships: Gain exposure at key events, including tournaments, awards nights, and community open days.
Audience & Reach:
Matchday Attendance: Loyal and growing support at home games, with a strong community presence.
Social Media Engagement: Active platforms across Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter, reaching over 2,500 combined followers with high engagement rates.
Community Involvement: Our club is a hub for families, young athletes, and football enthusiasts, making us a trusted community asset.
Why Get Involved:
Now is the perfect time to partner with Llandarcy AFC as we stand on the brink of a major milestone — winning our league and entering the Welsh Football Pyramid. By sponsoring our ground development, perimeter advertising, or team infrastructure, your brand will become an integral part of this exciting new chapter. Your support will directly contribute to enhancing our facilities and providing a first-class environment for players, supporters, and the wider community.
Features and Benefits
Partnering with Llandarcy AFC provides a unique opportunity to engage with a highly engaged and diverse community of fans. As a sponsor, your brand will benefit from significant exposure and a variety of promotional opportunities both online and at our matches and events.
Below are some of the key features and benefits that come with our sponsorship packages:
Branding and Visibility:
Pitch-side and Perimeter Advertising: Your brand’s logo will be prominently displayed on advertising boards around the pitch and training grounds, ensuring visibility at every match and event.
Dugout & Bench Sponsorship: Brand your business by sponsoring our new dugouts and benches, giving your company exposure during every match and for all visiting teams and fans.
Shirt Sponsorship: High visibility on players’ shirts for all home and away games. This sponsorship opportunity will see your logo front and centre on the team kit, visible to fans both at matches and through media coverage.
Digital and Social Media Exposure:
Website & Social Media Recognition: Your brand will be featured across our official website and social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, where we regularly engage with thousands of followers. This includes sponsor mentions in matchday posts, event promotions, and general club updates.
Exclusive Digital Content: Your brand will be included in exclusive content such as video highlights, match previews, and player interviews, which will be shared on our digital platforms.
Hospitality & Event Invitations:
VIP Matchday Experience: Enjoy VIP hospitality at home games with access to exclusive areas, including the clubhouse, where you’ll be able to network with fans, club staff, and fellow sponsors.
Event Invitations: Sponsors will receive invitations to attend special club events, including awards nights, tournaments, and community engagement activities, offering excellent networking opportunities.
Promotional Opportunities:
Product Sampling & Promotions: Get direct exposure by offering product samples or special promotions at matches or club events, allowing your business to engage with fans and potential customers.
Banner Displays: Set up a promotional stand or banner at key events, including home matches and tournaments, giving your company direct access to supporters and attendees.
Community Engagement:
Local Recognition: As a local sponsor, your business will be directly associated with a club that values and promotes community spirit. Supporters of Llandarcy AFC are passionate about backing businesses that invest in the local area.
Exclusive Partner Events: Co-host special events with the club, such as training sessions or fan meet-and-greets, providing an interactive platform for your brand to connect with the fan base.
By sponsoring Llandarcy AFC, your business will not only gain broad exposure across multiple platforms, but also connect directly with an engaged, loyal community. With our diverse sponsorship packages, we offer flexible options to suit a variety of marketing goals and budgets.
Other Partners
Llandarcy AFC is proud to collaborate with a range of respected brands and organizations that share our commitment to community development and football. Our existing partners have been instrumental in supporting our growth and success. Key partners include:
Macron Sportswear: A long-standing partner, Macron provides our team with high-quality kits and merchandise, helping our players perform at their best while showcasing the Macron brand on the pitch.
Thomas Flooring: Offering professional flooring solutions, Thomas Flooring is a valued partner that helps maintain and improve the club’s facilities, ensuring a high standard for players and fans alike.
Synced Digital Marketing: Synced Digital Marketing supports our digital presence, helping us reach and engage with our fanbase through targeted online campaigns and innovative marketing strategies.
Vending.wales: This local company provides excellent vending services for our matchdays and events, enhancing the overall fan experience with convenient and accessible refreshments.
Lakeside Windows & Systems Ltd: A trusted partner, Lakeside Windows & Systems Ltd helps improve our club’s infrastructure, ensuring our facilities are functional and welcoming for all supporters.
Neath and Port Talbot Borough Council: Our strong partnership with the local council helps further our shared goals of promoting sports and community engagement. Their support is essential in driving initiatives that benefit the club and local youth development.
By partnering with Llandarcy AFC, your brand will join a network of reputable companies and organizations that support the values of excellence, local growth, and community spirit. We’re proud to collaborate with our current partners and look forward to welcoming new sponsors to help elevate the club to even greater heights.
Investment
Llandarcy AFC is seeking sponsorship investments to help support our growth and the continued success of the club, both on and off the pitch. We are flexible in how we receive sponsorship and would be happy to discuss a variety of support options to suit potential partners’ needs.
Cash Investment: We are seeking financial support ranging from £1,000 to £15,000, depending on the level of involvement, exposure, and specific sponsorship requirements. Larger investments would support more prominent sponsorship opportunities such as naming rights, pitch development, and key community outreach programs, while smaller investments would contribute to matchday operations, equipment upgrades, and other essential club needs.
Contra/Non-Cash Sponsorship: We are also open to contra sponsorship where the partner can provide services or products, such as flooring, signage, digital marketing, or other items that support the club’s operational needs. In return, we offer branding exposure, hospitality, and promotional opportunities.
Product/Promotional Support: We would welcome product sponsorship or promotional support in the form of goods for matchdays, events, or community initiatives. This could include refreshments, branded merchandise, or other items that help enhance the fan experience while providing sponsors with direct visibility.
Our sponsorship packages are designed to be flexible, with investment ranges depending on the scope and scale of the sponsorship. We are happy to discuss how we can tailor a partnership to meet the needs of our sponsors while offering them high visibility and value in return.
Other Info
Llandarcy AFC is on the brink of a major milestone, as we are currently pushing for promotion to the Welsh Pyramid, and we’re looking for partners who want to be part of this exciting journey. As we enter this new chapter, we aim to create lasting partnerships with brands that align with our values of community, ambition, and success.
We are also in the process of developing our new home ground, and sponsorship support will be crucial in shaping the future of our club’s facilities. Opportunities for ground sponsorship, including perimeter advertising, dugout/bench naming rights, and branding opportunities at our new pitch, offer excellent visibility for sponsors looking to make a long-term impact.
Partnering with us means aligning with a passionate, community-driven club that is growing both on and off the pitch. We’re excited about the potential for new sponsors to be part of our journey, and we’re committed to creating mutually beneficial relationships that drive success for all parties involved.
We are happy to discuss further details and tailor sponsorship packages to suit the needs of our partners. We’re looking for partners who share our ambition and want to make a lasting impact in grassroots football.