Fans can buy a piece of history
Paisley Pirates supporters have been given an early season bonus, with fans and sponsors getting the chance to have their name featured on the new match jersey all season.
Fans can secure a game worn jersey at the end of the season, which will feature their name stitched into just as the new term gets underway.
The club’s off ice operations manager Jackie Turley broke the news just as the club finalised preparations for their opening fixtures in the new campaign.
“We usually give supporters the chance to buy the jerseys anyway, but not until much later in the season,”she explained.
“This year, we’re introducing a new feature which means any supporters or sponsors purchasing the top will have their name stitched into it, done professionally by one of our sponsors, Custom Sport Stitch.
“This ensures that everywhere we play their support will be recognised.
“They will, of course, receive their jersey at the end of the season at a special club presentation, but it means that this recognition is there for all to see for the duration of the season.
“The quicker they take up their option to buy, and pay their £60 to do so, the quicker their name will be shown on ice rinks all over Scotland.
“It seems a good deal to us, and, judging by the huge number of requests we’re getting already, the fans and businesses think so too.”
Turley feels that the deal gives fans an opportunity to buy a piece of the club’s history, with fans picking up the historic play-off winning jersey last season.
She added:“Of course, in addition to letting everyone know they’re helping the club in a very direct way, clubs and sponsors are also getting the chance to buy a piece of club history.
“Fans who bought jerseys last year now have a jersey which was worn when the club became play-off champions for the first time ever.
“We think that’s something that’s priceless.
“So the message is, if you want a chance of buying history then get your skates on and contact the club at paisleypirates@gmail.com without delay.”