- Gallagher has signed a multi-year deal that sees the insurance broking and risk management company become a Principal Partner for three years until the end of the 2027-28 season
- Through this partnership, Gallagher will support the growth of women’s rugby by providing leadership, coaching and community development opportunities on and off the pitch
Gallagher, the insurance broking and risk management company, has today announced a three-year deal to become the Official Insurance Partner of Premiership Women’s Rugby (PWR), strengthening its long-standing commitment to supporting rugby at every level, from grassroots to the professional game.
Building on its eight-year relationship with PREM Rugby, and its partnerships with the Women’s Rugby World Cup, and New Zealand Rugby, including the Black Ferns, this new alliance marks another significant step in Gallagher’s ambition to empower the next generation of rugby talent.
As a proud partner of PWR, Gallagher will support the growth of women’s rugby both on and off the pitch by creating leadership, coaching and community development opportunities that mirror the company’s own principles and culture. Rugby’s core values – integrity, passion, respect, and teamwork – align perfectly with Gallagher’s, and continue to guide how the company supports clients, colleagues, and communities every day.
As the women’s game continues to surge following a record-breaking World Cup, Gallagher’s partnership with PWR provides a powerful platform to create pathways for women and girls in sport. Gallagher has already launched successful initiatives in this space including the High Performance Academy, which is a global development and leadership programme, run by World Rugby and Gallagher, that focuses on increasing the number of female coaches and leaders in high-performance rugby roles.
Plus earlier in the year the firm launched the Gallagher Touchline Academy, a free rugby teaching programme, created in partnership with Premiership Rugby clubs, designed to upskill 2,000 teachers by 2028 to shape the next generation of rugby players.
Sarah Griffiths, Director of Marketing & Communications at Gallagher said: “The growth of women’s rugby is one of the most exciting stories in sport and we are delighted to support PWR as it continues to inspire players and fans across the country. This is a partnership that reflects our belief in equality, empowerment and teamwork – values that sit at the heart of both Gallagher and the game. Just as we help our clients face their future with confidence, we are looking forward to supporting the growth of the women’s game and building on the incredible legacy created by the Red Roses this summer.”
Genevieve Shore, Executive Chair of Premiership Women’s Rugby, commented: “I am thrilled to welcome Gallagher into the PWR family at such a pivotal time for the growth of women’s rugby. Gallagher has proven over many years that it is a steadfast supporter of rugby and has played a huge part in the game’s success over recent years. I am certain that bringing that energy to PWR will give us the perfect platform to capitalise on the success of the World Cup and continue to grow the women’s game and inspire future generations to pick up a rugby ball.”
Sarah Hunter, England’s most capped player, former Loughborough Lightning and a Gallagher Ambassador, added: “It’s brilliant for women’s rugby to welcome Gallagher as a Principal Partner of PWR. The firm’s support couldn’t come at a more exciting time as the game goes from strength to strength following the success of the Red Roses this summer. Evidenced by its partnership portfolio, Gallagher truly wants to be part of the journey and shares a common passion for empowering women and girls in rugby on and off the pitch. By partnering with PWR, Gallagher can keep inspiring the next generation to dream big and believe that anything is possible.”
With thanks to the PWR
