Bendigo Bank’s Chief Marketing Officer Sarah Bateson said she was looking forward to cheering on Bendigo Spirit when they hit the court again this year.
“We’re proud to support women’s sport at every level in Australia. Bendigo Bank is passionate about backing initiatives that support and uplift women’s sport,” Ms Bateson said.
Bendigo Spirit’s season commences at 3pm on Saturday 17 October when they face off against the UC Capitals in Canberra. The Spirit’s first home game will be against last season’s premier’s Townsville Fire at Bendigo’s Red Energy Arena at 7pm Tuesday 27 October.
“Bendigo Bank and Bendigo Spirit have a lot in common. We are both proudly regional and committed to having a positive impact on our community. By supporting Bendigo Spirit, we are also providing opportunities for female athletes to shine on and off the court. It’s a win-win for both organisations.”
Bendigo Bank also sponsors the Bendigo Football Netball League, Adelaide Football Club and AFL Central Victoria and in FY26, Bendigo Bank’s unique Community Bank model supported over 110 grassroots basketball clubs across Australia with sponsorships worth more than $560,000.
This sponsorship extension follows the recent announcement that distributions from Benefit Bendigo had exceeded $160,000 following donations to the Maiden Gully Marist Cricket Club All-Abilities Team.
Sports Entertainment Network’s Teams, Ballpark, Rainmaker and Publishing CEO Richard Simkiss welcomed Bendigo Bank’s ongoing support.
"The Bendigo Spirit holds a special place in Victorian sport and remains a vital part of the Bendigo community. Together with Bendigo Bank, we're proud to be leading the club's next chapter and are excited for a new WNBL season as the League continues to go from strength-to-strength,” he said.
"The addition of more talent with WNBA and international experience to our roster has created enormous excitement, and we can't wait to see the team take the court while continuing to build meaningful connections with our fans, partners and the wider Bendigo region."
About Bendigo Bank
Bendigo Bank is a proud, community focused organisation and one of the largest employers in the region. The Bank is the only ASX100 listed company with its headquarters based in a regional city and operates Australia’s second-largest regional branch network.
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