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O’Neills Irish International Sports Company Ltd has boosted its already strong portfolio in rugby league by announcing a new partnership agreement with the sport’s national governing body in Canada.

The exciting deal with the Canada Rugby League Association will further expand the leading Irish sportswear manufacturer’s brand presence in a thriving North American market during what is expected to be a key year for the sport internationally.

O’Neills, who are Ireland’s largest sportswear company, will also be official kit suppliers for Ravens, the Canadian national women’s rugby league team. Now ranked 5th in the RLIF World Rankings, Ravens will compete in the 2021 Rugby League World Cup later this year. The 61-game event, which will take place in England from October 23^rd-November 27^th, looks set to be the biggest Rugby League World Cup in history. The men’s, women’s and wheelchair tournaments will be

Céad mile fáilte, a hundred thousand welcomes, to the tens of the millions belonging to the Irish diaspora. Since so many of you were unable to visit the Emerald Isle this year, we thought we could bring a little piece of it to you this Christmas with our heritage range at oneills.com

Embracing ancient, traditional and contemporary Ireland, from Celtic knots and crosses, our inimitable O’Neills jerseys bring a new meaning to wearing your heart on your sleeve!

From our proud history in Dublin to modern day Derry, we want to celebrate the brave and beautiful of our mythical, mystical land. Our 1916 range commemorates the centenary of the Easter Rising

The deal will see the Irish sportswear giants supply kits for the League of Ireland First Division club from 2021 onwards.

The Tribesmen, who play home games at Eamonn Deacy Park, appointed John Caulfield as their new first-team manager earlier this year. Caulfield previously enjoyed a hugely successful spell managing Cork City and Galway United fans will be hoping he can revitalise their fortunes in a similar way as they aim to work their way back to the Premier Division.

Cormac Farrell, Marketing Manager O’Neills said: “As Ireland’s largest sportswear manufacturer, we are excited to be involved with the new impetus in soccer in the western capital. Galway United are a highly professional club and under the guidance of a top-class League of Ireland manager, John Caulfield, as well as the backing of the Comer Group, we are partnering with the club at an exciting phase of their development. We look forward to further enhancing the club product offering

The Adelaide Football Club proudly welcomes leading sportswear manufacturer O’Neills as its Official AFL Apparel Partner.

Crows CEO Andrew Fagan said the Club was excited for a new partnership with the international apparel leader.

“O’Neills has built a reputation for excellence across a range of sports and we believe this partnership is a great platform to share their expertise and industry leading products with AFL fans,” Fagan said.

“We have been impressed with their knowledge and application in preparing the 2021 range, particularly the use of their unique and innovative performance fabrics and high-quality supporter wear.

“We’re looking forward to sharing the range in coming weeks and have no doubt our members and fans will be really impressed with the new apparel choices.”

O’Neills Australasia Director Antoinette Brophy said the company is delighted to announce they will be the Adelaide Football

O’Neills Canada have recently signed up-and-coming Toronto FC player Jaytin Pabla as a brand ambassador focusing on our growing North American market.

Jaytin will be a real asset for the world famous O’Neills sportswear brand as we look to grow our soccer presence in North America and Canada in particular.

The 19-year-old’s career journey started at the tender age of five playing at Woodbridge Strikers Soccer Club based in his local neighbourhood in Ontario. He remained there until he was 14 when his potential star quality was spotted by talent scouts from Toronto FC’s Youth Academy.

Jaytin’s progression towards the professional youth game beckoned during an open trial for under-14s with club coaches monitoring 300 hopefuls showcasing their skills across three pitches.

The teenage defender initially turned the coaches’ heads

O’Neills has further expanded its North American brand presence by announcing an exciting partnership with the newest rugby league team to emerge in Canada.

The leading Irish sportswear company has signed a three-year deal with the Ottawa Aces to supply the official team kits and leisurewear range. The Ontario outfit based in the Canadian capital, will be competing in League One of the UK rugby league from next season.

They join the Toronto Wolfpack as one of only three professional rugby teams in Canada, representing a new era for the popular sport.

James Towell, Sales Manager, O’Neills Canada, said: “We are delighted to partner with Ottawa Aces as they embark on their dynamic new professional rugby league journey. O’Neills is committed to delivering superior quality, high-performance teamwear which will make the Aces really stand out on the field.

“This is our first time to partner with a professional Canadian rugby league

The Plus500 Brumbies are delighted to announce that they have agreed to a three-year extension with apparel partner O'Neills which will see the two organisations continue their relationship until at least the end of 2023. 

The Ireland-based supplier first partnered with the club two years ago and have built a reputation for their quality, range and retail pricing.

The new deal will see the two organisations continue to work together to create a wide range of merchandise for Brumbies members and fans while supplying cutting-edge playing and training kit for both the Super Rugby and Super W sides. 

This year, in partnership with the Plus500 Brumbies, O'Neills created the first ever Indigenous playing jersey and developed a retro range to celebrate the team's 25th year in Super Rugby. 

Plus500 Brumbies CEO Phil Thomson said: “We're really pleased to be able to continue our partnership with O'Neills for

2020 is the year of the staycation! It’s time to fall in love with the Emerald Isle all over again, here are some of our top suggestions from Kerry to Derry.

Head South West and explore Killarney National Park on two wheels before making a pitstop at the Knockreer Children’s Playground to tire out the kids and let them feed the ducks along the river. Dive further into what nature has to offer at Torc waterfall, not far from Muckross House and Gardens. The waterfall is said to be at its best after heavy rainfall, and knowing Irish summer weather, that’s just what you’ll get! Dress for the occasion with O’Neills range of waterproof clothing for women, men and kids available in store or online. Finally, tour the Ring of Kerry with your camera at the ready for those Insta-worthy views!

Yesterday Irish soccer legend Paul Mc Grath visited the O’Neills Dublin Headquarters. Pauls mother lives in the area so he has always been curious about the O’Neills factory. We were delighted to welcome Paul to the factory yesterday and satisfy his curiosity!   

Paul is one of Irelands greatest ever players. His football journey began not too far away from O’Neills at St Patrick's Athletic, however, he may be best remembered for playing his club football in England, with spells at Manchester United and Aston Villa. Paul won the FA Cup and the Football League Cup twice over a club career that spanned the best part of 17 years. However, it was Pauls performances for the boys in green that he is so widely revered in Ireland, in particular, his performance against Italy at Giants Stadium at the World Cup in 1994.

Many consider Paul

Suffice to say it’ been a pretty decent Summer so far, as far as Irish summers go that is. Despite the lockdown, the weather gods have been on our side with some areas reporting their driest spring on record. Unusually the weather is not the only thing we’ve been chatting about in recent weeks, Normal People has dominated much of the lockdown conversation amongst us. The TV series has not only gone down a storm here, but across the water also, with fans ranging from James