Tegral parting ways with Lilywhites as downturn takes toll

One of the longest county jersey sponsorship deals has come to an end with the news that Tegral won’t be renewing their backing of Kildare next season.

Like Kerry Group’s sponsorship of the Kingdom, Carrolls Meats’ association with Offaly and Supermacs’ support of Galway’s hurlers, the roof slates company have been linked with the Lilywhites since brand names were permitted on jerseys in 1991.

However, they yesterday announced that they won’t be involved in 2013, citing the downturn in the construction industry for their decision.