The official partnership between Auckland Rugby and New Zealand ISP Slingshot launched last night.

The third largest broadband company in NZ, Slingshot has joined forces with Auckland Rugby, taking pride of place on the back of the Mitre 10 Cup jersey for 2016.

To launch the partnership, Slingshot welcomed staff to rub shoulders with six player favourites, and gave away plenty of goodies, including game tickets, beanies, jerseys and Auckland Rugby balls.

“We’re stoked to be sponsoring the Auckland Mitre 10 Cup team for the first time this year. It’s a great fit for our family brand and a great way for us to show support at a local level," said Slingshot's General Manager, Taryn Hamilton.

Slingshot has already rolled out several Facebook competitions, offering fans special VIP match day experiences, with a few more to come throughout the season. Slingshot is the Match Day Sponsor for the Auckland verse Otago game on Saturday 1st October.

Auckland Rugby Sponsorship Manager, Emma Campbell, welcomed Slingshot to the Auckland Rugby fold and said there is set to be unique opportunities for fans to engage throughout the Mitre 10 Cup.

“We’re delighted to welcome the dynamic and energised Slingshot brand into our sponsor family. The partnership will give our fans the opportunity to win some great experiences this season and going forward," said Campbell.