Open Goal Broomhill FC are pleased to announce a Partnership with Glasgow based packaging supplier, The UPAC Group.

The UPAC Group is Scotland’s most innovative packaging supplier, supplying the widest range of packaging materials and services on the market, across the UK.

The Partnership is The UPAC Group’s first venture into the world of sports & entertainment, and will incorporate UPAC branding at all Open Goal Broomhill FC home fixtures as well as providing opportunities to work with the Open Goal creative team on content creation to increase further awareness of The UPAC Group’s products and services.

Open Goal’s Marketing Manager, Michael Pentland said: “We are absolutely delighted to announce this new Partnership with The UPAC Group as one of the first Official Partners of Open Goal Broomhill FC.

“UPAC, like us are an ambitious, innovative & creative team who have grown to become Scotland’s preeminent packaging supplier of choice. 

“As our First Team Manager Simon Ferry continues to build his playing squad with hard working players, we also are looking to build and further grow mutually beneficial relationships with brands nationally.”

Melissa Cairney, Marketing Manager of The UPAC Group said: “Open Goal is a unique and courageous Scottish football success story and we have followed the growth of the brand closely, from Si Ferry’s first podcast interviews to selling out the Hydro Arena on two occasions last year. 

“As a business we share the same vibrancy and desire to innovate that the trail blazers at Open Goal have, and that is why we are confident that together, we will create radical and exciting new opportunities for not only ourselves, but the wider community.

“We are absolutely thrilled to be part of Open’s Goal most recent project and looking forward to working with the team on a successful partnership over the course of the upcoming season”.

Open Goal Broomhill FC is delighted to announce an exciting new deal with Italian kit manufacturer Macron and sports retailer Pitch Pro Retail. 

The partnership will see Macron become Open Goal Broomhill’s Official Kit supplier in a record-breaking deal for a Scottish Lowland League club with Pitch Pro Retail providing an online retail store for fans.

Macron will manufacture a bespoke home and away kit ahead of the 2022/23 season as well as all training wear and replica kits. 

Open Goal Broomhill will join Macron’s impressive portfolio of clubs which includes Lazio, Real Sociedad, Udinese, Nottingham Forest and Club Brugge. The manufacturer is also well known in Scottish football as a supplier for clubs including Motherwell, Dundee United and St. Johnstone.

Open Goal’s Marketing Manager, Michael Pentland said: “We are absolutely delighted to announce this partnership with Macron and Pitch Pro Retail. 

“We spoke with a number of kit manufacturers and Macron really understood and bought into the whole project. They also allowed us to create bespoke kits for our inaugural season as Open Goal Broomhill FC and after seeing the fantastic designs, we can’t wait to reveal the new kit to our fans in the coming weeks which we’re sure they’ll love.

“It’s an exciting time for the club and we look forward to working with both Macron and Pitch Pro Retail.”

Andrea Palilla, Macron’s Country Manager, said: “Macron is really looking forward to be associated with Open Goal Broomhill FC as Official Kit partner in their new exciting project.

“We have been working to design unique kits for the club which we are sure will be well received by players, staff and the thousands of fans which follow Open Goal’s content. 

“We look forward to seeing the club kick off their new season as Open Goal Broomhill FC in what is set to be a historic time.”

Alan Provan, Managing Director of Pitch Pro Retail, said: “Pitch Pro Retail are delighted to have been asked to partner with Macron and Open Goal Broomhill FC in this project. 

“We have been keen listeners to the Open Goal Podcast for some time and are excited to be a part of their move into Football. 

“We currently provide kit supply and retail services to a number of professional and amateur clubs but this project is unique in many ways. We wish the club all the very best and can’t wait to be a part of the journey.”

Broomhill FC are delighted to announce a historic partnership with football entertainment brand, Open Goal signifying the beginning of a new era for the club and lower league football in Scotland. 

Kicking off from the 2022/23 season, the club will be known as Open Goal Broomhill FC with former Swindon, Portsmouth and Dundee midfielder, Simon Ferry appointed as First Team Manager.

The move will provide unprecedented mass exposure to the Scottish Lowland League with Open Goal also launching a new online series to bring its 300,000-strong social media audience behind-the-curtain and into the inner-circle of the lower league game.

A variety of new club-related content will be created and distributed across Open Goal’s YouTube & social media platforms, including a monthly fly-on-the-wall documentary that will follow Open Goal Broomhill FC’s pursuit to gain promotion to the SPFL with the candid footage giving fans a unique and raw insight into Simon Ferry’s first foray into football management.

Additionally, a brand-new weekly podcast about the club will be launched which will feature guests from the team’s coaching and playing staff to provide regular updates from inside the dressing. It will join Open Goal’s popular line-up of existing shows, Keeping The Ball On The Ground, Right In The Coupon and Open Goal Meets…

Open Goal has become a staple in Scottish Football media with its award-winning YouTube and podcasts. Its continued success enabled the brand to diversify into live events with two sold-out shows at Glasgow’s Hydro Arena at the end of 2021. The latest move is the next phase in the media brand’s development, with its lead host Simon Ferry taking his long-desired first steps into football management.

Broomhill FC’s General Manager, George Fraser said: “We are absolutely delighted to be working with Open Goal, their vision for the club matches our own ambitions and we see it as the perfect partnership. 

“We have always been a club that does things differently and the chance to provide a platform for the team going forward, both on the park and off the park, is one that we couldn’t pass up. 

“Our club’s future is an exciting one and we can’t wait to have the opportunity to welcome Open Goal fans to our games and showcase the best of Scottish non-league football.”

Simon Ferry said: “I am absolutely delighted to have been given the opportunity to take on my first management role in football as it’s been an ambition of mine for some years now. 

“Being able to take this first step with Open Goal involved makes the prospect all the more exciting with it being part of this amazing and unique project. 

“We hope the phenomenal Open Goal fans get right behind the side and turn out in their numbers for each of our home games as the support will be vital in our pursuit for success. 

“There will be some fantastic online content to enjoy but first and foremost, my role here is purely focused on assembling a winning team on the park with the aim to bring silverware and hopefully promotion to the club.

“Finally, I would like to thank Jim McInally and the Peterhead Board for seven fantastic years at the club as a player and coach and for being so supportive in my decision to take on this next step in my coaching career.”

Open Goal’s Commercial Director, Duncan Frew said: “This is an incredibly exciting announcement for Open Goal, Broomhill FC and the Scottish Lowland League.

“It’s a new direction that allows us to continue to push the boundaries in showcasing Scottish Football in a positive, authentic and engaging manner through our video and podcast content. We’re hopeful the partnership will help to bring significant exposure to the lower league, driving attendees and interest in the game. 

“Simon is the ideal candidate for First Team Manager with a career spanning more than 14 years, he’s got a fantastic reputation and passion for the game, so we’re all looking forward to seeing how the team’s journey unfolds under his leadership.

“Our fanbase has been vital to our success and have been with us every step of the way on the journey – from our first Si Ferry Meets… interview to selling out the Hydro twice. We hope their continued support in this new venture can help bring success to Open Goal Broomhill FC as we look to shine the spotlight on the drama, character and excitement of the beautiful game of non-league football in Scotland.”

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