Galbraith has extended and broadened its sponsorship of Ayr Rugby Football Club, the club announced as it prepares to defend the honours won during a remarkable unbeaten 2025/26 campaign.
Partnership expanded ahead of new season
The agreement will place the Galbraith emblem on the shoulder of both the senior men’s and women’s matchday jerseys for the 2026/27 season. The firm will also continue to sponsor the 1XV pitch post protectors at Millbrae, marking a fourth consecutive season of that particular support.
The move follows an exceptional year for Ayr’s men’s side, which completed the 2025/26 season unbeaten and secured every top‑flight trophy available in Scottish domestic rugby. The sponsorship arrangement comes into effect for the new season, with Ayr’s first senior men’s fixture scheduled for Saturday 29 August.
What the deal means for the club and community
Club officials highlighted the practical and symbolic importance of local commercial backing. Graeme Ferguson, general manager of Ayr Rugby, said the club were “over the moon” to see Galbraith deepen its long‑term involvement. He emphasised that companies such as Galbraith are vital to the success of the club both on and off the field.
“We’re over the moon that Galbraith has extended its long‑term support of the club with the logo now appearing on the men’s and ladies senior strip, as well as on the post wraps at Millbrae.”
From the sponsor’s perspective, the partnership aligns with corporate values and community presence. Alice Wilson, director of rural management at Galbraith, said the firm was “delighted” to extend its sponsorship, noting Ayr is a club rooted in the heart of its community whose principles match those of the business.
“We are delighted to extend our sponsorship of Ayr Rugby ahead of the new season. Ayr are a club positioned in the heart of the community with values that align with ours as a firm.”
Practical details of the sponsorship
- Galbraith logo to appear on the shoulder of senior men’s and women’s match jerseys for 2026/27.
- Continued sponsorship of 1XV pitch post protectors at Millbrae — fourth successive season.
- Partnership begins immediately for the forthcoming season, with the first senior men’s match on 29 August.
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Logo placement | Shoulder of senior men’s & women’s matchday jerseys |
| Pitch equipment | 1XV post protectors (fourth season) |
| Effective | 2026/27 season, from first senior men’s match on 29 August |
For Ayr, the deal provides continuity of visible support at Millbrae and strengthens the club’s commercial foundation as it seeks to capitalise on the momentum from a dominant campaign. For Galbraith, the sponsorship reinforces a public connection with local sport and community life in South Ayrshire.
Context and outlook
Commercial partnerships have become increasingly important to semi‑professional and community clubs across Scotland, helping to cover operational costs, youth development and community outreach. Ayr’s success on the field last season has raised the club’s profile nationally and locally, and securing an expanded sponsor presence will be welcomed by supporters and administrators.
With the new season imminent, supporters will be watching how the squad responds to the challenge of defending multiple titles, while the continued backing from a regional property consultancy highlights how local business and sport remain intertwined in Ayr.
The first senior men’s match with the new kit branding is due on Saturday, 29 August, when fans will see the partnership on display at Millbrae.
