Hemel Storm Basketball has announced that Epson UK, based locally in Apsley, will continue as its associate match day kit sponsor. Epson became a sponsor during the 2017/2018 season with it's logo proudly on display on the teams's home and away kits as the team competed nationally. Today, Epson UK and Hemel Storm are pleased to announce a continuation of the partnership for the 2019 season that will begin in September.Epson, a global technology leader in precision technologies, printing solutions and visual communications employs over 67,000 people worldwide - almost 500 of these are based in Hemel making Epson a major employer in the local area. The company has a proud history of bringing new innovation to businesses and homes and are at the forefront of developing products that are reliable, recyclable, and energy-efficient.
Storm Chairman Tony Humphrey said “This community support from another locally based global leading organisation is essential for our ambition to bring the best basketball spectacle to our growing fan base. On behalf of all Storm fans I want to thank Epson for investing in our basketball programme”.
Leonie Toal, PR Manager at Epson UK commented: “We are very excited to be associated with Hemel Storm. It’s a wonderful community based project that is clearly capturing the imagination of many people of all age groups. This community focus is very important to our philosophy here at Epson, especially as many of our own people live in and around Hemel and some even come to watch Storm every week! We look forward to working with the management team, players and supporters of the club so to help maximise their success and enjoyment. ”
The Club will be announcing player signings nearer to the start of the season which will open with a challenge match at Hemel Leisure Centre against Team USA Select the American touring team on Saturday 8th September, tip-off 7.00pm
