With the exciting showcase of commitment to local sports, Vinod Patel Company Limited has announced a strategic three-year sponsorship deal with the Fijian Drua Rugby Team. This partnership reinforces the company’s dedication to supporting Fijian sports and aligns seamlessly with its vision and values as a proud Fijian entity. Natural fit for Fijian heritage Home and Living Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Jatin Patel expressed deep gratitude for aligning with the Fijian Drua, emphasising how this collaboration resonates with their origin as a Fijian company. “Supporting a successful Fijian rugby brand is a natural fit for us as we aim to make a positive impact on our fans and the community,” he said. Mr Patel also highlighted the long-term vision behind the sponsorship, recognising the Fijian Drua’s potential for growth. “We believe in the bright future of the Fijian Drua and a move for the company’s long-term growth and community engagement.” He also reassured the Drua fans of the company’s dedication to supporting the team through good and challenging times, reinforcing a message of unity and encouragement. Success with home and living The Fijian Drua CEO, Mark Evans, conveyed his appreciation for collaborating with Home and Living. Reflecting on the first two years of their partnership, Mr Evans highlighted the mutual benefits gained and the effective use of partnership assets, ranging from marketing materials to match tickets. “Home and Living has significantly improved our operations and helped us achieve our corporate goals,” he stated. “Our Players actively look forward to naming the Home Basics Player of the Match honours every week.” My Evans shared that all the capital works in the off-season every year at the Fijian Drua base in Nadi extensively utilise quality hardware supplies from Vinod Patel. “They have helped us create an exceptionally high-performance facility in Nadi utilised not only by the Drua Men and Women but all national teams as well,” he said. Recognition Vinod Patel Company Limited CEO Rahul Amin said Rugby holds a special place in all our hearts, and what better way to give back to the people of Fiji than to support our own home-grown team. “Vinod Patel has been there since day one and is extremely proud to continue this partnership,” he said. “We believe in the power of sport to unite communities and inspire the next generation, and we are committed to supporting the team’s journey both on and off the field.” “We look forward to cheering them on victory and celebrating their successes with the entire nation. Toso Drua,” he said. Feedback: viliame.tawanakoro@fijisun.com.fj