Castec Rural Supplies has extended its long-standing commitment as the naming rights partner of the Mount Gambier Pioneers men’s program ahead of the 2025 NBL1 South season.
The two-year partnership renewal marks an incredible 15-year tenure between Castec Rural Supplies and the Pioneers, dating back to 2010 when the Castine family first partnered with the Pioneers.
Pioneers President Tom Kosch said the partnership carried on a proud tradition between the local business and the club.
“The partnership between Castec Rural Supplies and the Pioneers has been instrumental in our club’s on-court and off-court success,” he said.
“To have the continued support of the Castine family beyond 15 years is amazing at this level of community sport, and without the support of our major partners this level of competition would not exist in our region.
“The Castec Rural Supplies brand is prominent throughout the Limestone Coast region with agriculture branches located in Mount Gambier, Naracoorte, Penola, Kingston and Lucindale.
“The Castine family are amazing contributors and supporters of their local community and are deeply embedded in sport and recreation throughout the region.”
Castec Rural Supplies managing director Chris Castine said he was proud to continue the partnership.
“Our business has supported the Mount Gambier Pioneers as naming rights partner for the past 15 years, and we are excited to sign on again for a further two years,” he said.
“While falling just short of making the grand final last year, we wish Richard and the team the best of luck as they enter the 2025 season.
“They look fully primed with some good signings, and as we have seen since Richo has been at the helm, they will give their all and prove hard to beat again, I’m sure.”
Castec Rural’s commercial partnership has grown to include the annual Lifeline game as part of the Pioneers’ home game schedule.
The auction of the men’s playing singlets raised $7450 in 2024, which directly benefited the fundraising efforts of the local Lifeline Branch in Mount Gambier.
The Castec Rural Pioneers will commence their 2025 campaign with high hopes, eager to build on last season’s momentum and once again contend for championship glory.
