Grays confirms partnership with Auckland Hockey

Grays and Auckland Hockey are proud to announce the formation of a new three-year partnership.

This deal begins an exciting new era between two historic hockey brands ahead of what is an exciting period in New Zealand hockey.

Grays will be the official and exclusive apparel and equipment partner of Auckland Hockey, with the partnership to be first showcased in the region’s upcoming Under 18 tournament.

Auckland Hockey CEO James Sutherland said the deal was a big benefit for all members of the playing and coaching group.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with Grays as our new apparel and equipment partner, starting with an initial 3 year agreement. Grays are synonymous with hockey, and like Auckland Hockey, have a long and proud history dating back over 150 years,” Sutherland said.

“Auckland Hockey is proud to be the first Hockey Association in New Zealand to partner with Grays who are industry leaders providing high quality equipment and apparel. Grays are driven by innovation and sustainability, including the repurposing of single use plastic bottles into high performance recycled fabrics in their garments, a commitment to reduced energy and water consumption throughout production, and a socially responsible employer and supplier.

“We’re looking forward to our representative teams being kitted out in our new eco-friendly high performance Grays uniforms, starting with our U18s teams heading away to national tournaments later next month”.

Grays equipment and teamwear is trusted by some of the biggest names in the sport, with select Auckland Hockey garments to be crafted using ENVYRO sustainable fabrics.

“We’re incredibly excited to be partnering with Auckland Hockey – an organisation with a rich heritage and deep roots in New Zealand’s hockey community,” Grays Australia/New Zealand Head of Commercial - Apparel Clayton McErlane said.

“Their proud legacy aligns perfectly with Grays’ own history and values. This partnership is not just about supplying high-performance gear, but about supporting the growth of hockey at every level across the country.

“Our apparel strategy is focused on innovation, sustainability(ENVRYO) and making quality equipment and apparel accessible from grassroots through to elite performance.

“We’re proud to stand alongside Auckland Hockey and play a role in equipping the future of the game in New Zealand.”