The CATCH Trust is proud to offer an exclusive Title Sponsorship opportunity for the highly anticipated 2026 Girls Cricket Tour to the UK, coinciding with the Women’s Cricket World Cup. This groundbreaking initiative will provide a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for a team of talented young female cricketers from Khayelitsha, South Africa, to tour the UK, compete against top opposition, and be inspired by the pinnacle of the women’s game. We are inviting a lead corporate sponsor to partner with us in making this dream a reality while receiving high-profile branding and engagement benefits.
For many of these young athletes, this will be their first time traveling abroad—an opportunity to compete, learn from top coaches, experience the global stage, and inspire future generations of female cricketers in South Africa.
Sponsorship Package: Title Sponsor to Fund the 2026 UK Tour
Investment: £50,000
Package Includes:
1. Naming Rights
- Your brand/logo featured as the “Official Title Sponsor” of the 2026 Girls Tour.
- Prominent placement on all players’ kits (front of shirts, caps, training gear).
- Naming reference across all communications (e.g., “[Your Company] 2026 Girls Cricket Tour”)
2. Social Media & Press Exposure
- Minimum of 20 dedicated posts across CATCH Trust social media channels, with custom content highlighting your support.
- Inclusion in all official press releases and media coverage.
- Brand profile featured on the CATCH Trust website and newsletters.
- Inclusion in a feature documentary about the tour’s impact in the girls and their communities’ lives. See below a trailer to the 2019 World Cup Tour as an example.
3. Hospitality at the World Test Championship Final
- Exclusive use of a 12-person hospitality box at Lord’s for three days of the 2025 World Test Championship Final.
- Branding opportunities within the box (e.g., banners, signage, digital screens).
- Visibility in event programmes and verbal acknowledgments at CATCH Trust events held during the Final.
4. Brand Visibility in South Africa & the UK
- Banner placement and brand recognition at CATCH Trust facilities and events.
- Recognition at the team’s pre-tour send-off and post-tour celebrations in South Africa.
5. Executive Engagement Opportunities
- Opportunity to host or participate in a corporate leadership and mentorship event with cricket legend Gary Kirsten.
- Invitation to deliver remarks at a key event during the tour (e.g., welcome dinner, post-match reception).
- Private meet-and-greet and photo opportunities with the team.
6. CSR and Reporting
Photos and testimonials that can be used in your internal and external CSR communications.
Full impact report detailing the outcomes of the sponsorship and stories from the players.
Why Sponsor the Tour?
- Empower Girls Through Sport: Help close the gender gap in cricket by giving young girls access to life-changing opportunities.
- Elevate Your Brand: Gain premium visibility in both the UK and South African markets through a dynamic and inspiring sports partnership.
- Engage Your Team & Clients: Use hospitality and speaking engagements to build internal pride and external relationships.
- Align With Purpose: Showcase your company’s commitment to equity, education, and youth development.
About the CATCH Trust
The CATCH Trust (formerly the Gary Kirsten Foundation) is a registered NPO in South Africa and a UK Charitable Trust. We build sporting and life-skills ecosystems in underserved communities through cricket, education, and leadership development.
Our mission is to transform lives through the power of sport, with a proven track record of grassroots impact and international collaboration.
Next Steps
We would welcome the opportunity to present this proposal in more detail and tailor elements to align with your corporate priorities.
Please contact Tim Human at [email protected] to begin the conversation.
Together, we can make the 2026 Girls Tour a journey that changes lives — on and off the field.
