FNB became the financial partner of the Springboks in 2017, with the FNB logo proudly displaying on the back of the Springbok jersey above the playing number. Staying true to our slogan "How can we help you?", we are committed to supporting South African sports at all levels - from grassroots to greatness.
Starting at high school level, our FNB Classic Clashes tournament identifies and exposes raw sports talent, as well as evoke a sense of pride in the participating learners. FNB Classic Clashes has given school sport a whole new meaning, and the sponsorship continues to inspire a new generation of developing sports stars.
To further help build the future of South African rugby, FNB also supports the development of rugby talent at universities with the FNB Varsity Cup. Young rugby players are able to showcase their talent on a national stage while having an opportunity to be scouted and make the transition from the amateur to the professional rugby ranks. Both the FNB Classic Clashes and Varsity Cup have produced players that have gone on to become professional rugby players.
FNB's sponsorship of Classic Clashes, Varsity Cup and their partnership with the Springboks hopes to unearth even more talent while they continue to support the development of South African rugby and other sporting codes.
Faye Mfikwe, FNB Chief Marketing Officer says: "As a proudly South African brand, we believe that this partnership symbolises our commitment to nation-building. As proven in South Africa over the last 20 years, sport has the amazing power to unite a nation, and there's no better representation of this than the Springboks' historic Rugby World Cup victories in 1995 and 2007."
Mfikwe says the timing of the partnership is perfectly in tune with the bank's renewed commitment to help every South African help themselves. She says the bank continues to demonstrate this commitment through its solutions as well as sponsorship properties which play a vital role in the development of grassroots talent.
"The ultimate dream for many young hopefuls is to be given the honour of representing their national team and our grassroots platforms are increasingly playing an important role in facilitating the realisation of such aspirations. To date, our sponsorship properties have enabled 30 young players to represent South Africa on the international stage in Springbok colours.
"The partnership with the Springboks is the pinnacle of our journey and as a brand, we remain committed to making a positive contribution that will take the country forward," Mfikwe concludes.
For more information please visit: https://www.fnb.co.za/grassrootstogreatness
