tyler453 Posted October 8, 2012 Share Posted October 8, 2012 as per Kurt Larson on twitter: "#CANMNT will announce a new corporate partner prior to training Wednesday. Could dump a load of cash into the program." Maybe too little too late? We could have used the cash to call two more players! lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcoatsforever Posted October 8, 2012 Share Posted October 8, 2012 Any extra cash helps, if not now, later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squizz1402635577 Posted October 8, 2012 Share Posted October 8, 2012 Interestingly, Melissa Tancredi will be on hand for the announcement, suggesting that this isn't a CanMNT sponsor per se; more likely, it's a company looking to associate itself with the CSA generally after the women's Olympic run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theaub Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 Can we back that load of cash up to the Honduras ref's house? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adrenaline11 Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 ...and if we don't make the Hex.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmonte Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 but then...if we DO make the hex... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Bob Posted October 9, 2012 Share Posted October 9, 2012 Oh good, more sponsons for the towrads. Goodbye democary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonovision Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 It's Bell Canada. So now the Whitecaps jersey sponsor (Bell) as well as Toronto and Montreal (BMO) are on board with the CSA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olympique_de_Marseille Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 It's Bell Canada. So now the Whitecaps jersey sponsor (Bell) as well as Toronto and Montreal (BMO) are on board with the CSA. Interesting to see that Rogers (one of Bell's rivals) has the broadcast rights(Sportsnet) but that Bell is now a sponsor. I guess this can only be good for TV coverage in the long term. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuscan Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Any details on what kind of cash the sponsonship has brought to the CSA? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free kick Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Interesting to see that Rogers (one of Bell's rivals) has the broadcast rights(Sportsnet) but that Bell is now a sponsor. I guess this can only be good for TV coverage in the long term. it raises the question. How long will Rogers continue to hold the broadcast rights? Can you imagine specter of a Bell advertising board along the sidelines of an international match (involving Canada) that is being Broadcast on Rogers's Sportsnet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpg75 Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Any details on what kind of cash the sponsonship has brought to the CSA? The single most important element in this discussion. "Partnerships" are all well and good, but show me some cold, hard cash to help the organization schedule more camps and games (or hire good coaches). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPjr Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 ^ I'm sure there is a fair bit of cash involved..... The CSA business development department has done a very good job of late in terms of generating new revenue sources for the program + they have done a great job of sponsor retention as well IF we make the HEX (coupled with the WNTs Bronze medal), I sincerely believe that there will be a bunch more sponsors ready to send significant dollars to the CSA for the NT programs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free kick Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 ^ ready to send significant dollars to the CSA for the NT programs. Would programs (new or existing) be the best investment for that money? You have to think that a a lot of those programs would be a duplication of effort of what the pro clubs are already doing. Plus you also have the issues on trying to implement centrally initiated endeavors on a vast country like Canada made up of many regions. I am inclined to agree that the senior teams (ie.: coaches and camps) should yield the greatest benefit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redcoatsforever Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Does this mean we should be seeing national team games on TSN after Rogers' contract expires?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miche Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 Release on the CSA website. Seems there's a focus on growing the female game. Nice to see something like this for the women's game, hopefully there will some extra cash for the CMNT as well. http://www.canadasoccer.com/canada-soccer-welcomes-bell-canada-as-premier-partner-p152249 The Canadian Soccer Association today announced a long-term partnership agreement with new Premier Partner Bell Canada that will spur the continued growth and popularity of Canada’s largest participatory sport for men and women, young and old. Continuing the momentum from the recent success of Canada's Women’s National Team at London 2012 and the 2014 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers for the Men's National Team, Bell’s partnership provides the Canadian Soccer Association with strong financial and marketing support for Canada's national teams and the sport across the country. “We couldn’t ask for a better partner,” proclaimed Peter Montopoli, General Secretary of the Canadian Soccer Association. “Bell is one of Canada’s most recognized brands with a long history of supporting Olympic and amateur sports. We are excited that Bell will be more closely involved with the world’s most popular game which has seen unprecedented growth in popularity here in Canada.” In addition to officially branding the training kits of all 12 Men’s and Women’s National Team Programs, Bell has committed to work closely with the Canadian Soccer Association to build a grassroots experiential program that will help young, female soccer players get closer to their national heroes while contributing to their physical and mental wellness. “We see soccer as the ultimate participation sport and are excited to play a role in connecting aspiring athletes with their soccer heroes,” said Wade Oosterman, President of Bell Mobility and Residential Services and Bell’s Chief Brand Officer. “Through our commitment to delivering the best content across all screens, Canadian soccer fans will have even better access to their teams. With Bell, cheering for Canadian soccer just got better.” Melissa Tancredi, Olympic bronze medallist and a veteran member of the Women’s National Team added, “All nationally-carded athletes have amazing support from Bell via the Athletes Connect phone program, but to wear the training kit proudly and to see what they are going to do for young, female soccer players, I couldn’t be more enthusiastic on our journey towards the next FIFA Women's World Cup to be hosted here in Canada." “On behalf of the Canadian Olympic Committee, we want to congratulate the Canadian Soccer Association and Bell on forging this great partnership said Marcel Aubut, President of the Canadian Olympic Committee. “Bell has been a passionate supporter of amateur athletes and we are pleased that they will support a sport that brought so many Canadians such great national pride when they captured the bronze medal at the London 2012 Olympics." As part of the agreement, all FIFA World Cup Qualifiers™ featuring Canada will be available live on Bell Mobile TV beginning with the October 12th match vs. Cuba and October 16th match vs. Honduras. Making this exciting content available on Bell superphones, smartphones and tablets means fans never need to miss a moment of the action when at home or on the go. Bell’s logo will be featured on training kits and apparel used by all of Canada's 12 Men's and Women’s National Teams. Select training apparel will also be available for public purchase in 2013. The Canadian Men’s National Team next plays Friday, October 12 at 7:30 pm against Cuba at BMO Field. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olympique_de_Marseille Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 OK, not to sound too conspiracy theorist, but why was their Bell video removed and then re-uploaded? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H2xTrfTDVCg (former link) (new link). Who watched the video before 3:55pm EST Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Free kick Posted October 10, 2012 Share Posted October 10, 2012 In addition to officially branding the training kits of all 12 Men’s and Women’s National Team Programs, Bell has committed to work closely with the Canadian Soccer Association to build a grassroots experiential program that will help young, female soccer players get closer to their national heroes while contributing to their physical and mental wellness. “We see soccer as the ultimate participation sport and are excited to play a role in connecting aspiring athletes with their soccer heroes,” This might answer the question in regards to whether or not the sponsorship deal will accrue to things like more camps, more friendlies, and better coaching for the NT's. Anyone hoping for these things wil not find it in that statement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rivaldo Posted October 11, 2012 Share Posted October 11, 2012 As part of the agreement, all FIFA World Cup Qualifiers™ featuring Canada will be available live on Bell Mobile TV beginning with the October 12th match vs. Cuba and October 16th match vs. Honduras.I guess this means there won't be any other streaming of the games by Sportsnet.ca or the CSA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Doyle Posted October 12, 2012 Share Posted October 12, 2012 Sportsnet still has the games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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