EASTLEIGH have secured a club record six-figure sponsorship from Utilita Energy – and added experienced winger Kaid Mohamed from Bath City.
Winchester-based Utilita – the UK’s leading smart pre-pay energy provider – will see its logo appear on both the Spitfires’ home and away shirts, as well as selected leisurewear and within the Silverlake Stadium.
The deal, announced ahead of the club’s biggest game ever on Saturday against Bolton in the FA Cup third round, will run for a minimum of three years and comes into effect on June 1.
Eastleigh chairman Stewart Donald said: “We are thrilled to have a major national company like Utilita Energy come on board and show such faith in us.
“We have come a long way in a short space of time – it speaks volumes that we can attract a company of Utilita Energy’s standing.
“There are many similarities between us and we have been blown away by their enthusiasm and ideas. This will not merely be another shirt sponsorship deal – Utilita Energy is keen to get involved with all aspects of growing the club and we could not be happier.”
Utilita Energy CEO Bill Bullen added: “Eastleigh’s remarkable story mirrors our own: we are both proud of our Hampshire roots, but after a period of outstanding growth we are making big waves nationally.
“We have heard the board’s long-term plans for Eastleigh and we couldn’t fail to be impressed. The ambition at the club is infectious – many of our staff are Eastleigh fans and residents so we already know about their success.
“To watch Eastleigh make such a huge impact in just a few short years reminds us of why we love football so much – it’s a terrific story so far & we hope our investment & support can help the club reach its next target of League Two football.”
Meanwhile, 31-year-old winger Mohamed will be eligible to play in Saturday’s FA Cup tie after joining from National League South side Bath City.
The former Accrington Stanley, Cheltenham Town, Bristol Rovers, AFC Wimbledon and Northampton Town man has signed a deal until the end of the season.
