Kubota UK makes the perfect partner for Thame Football Partnership
Thame Football Partnership has taken significant strides in its development over recent years with the support of Kubota UK, now boasting a brand new premises that’s home to Thame United and Thame Youth Boys and Girls teams.
With five adult teams consisting of over 100 players and a junior membership of approximately 400 players, Thame Football Partnership is a ‘community club’ in every sense, with the continued support of Kubota UK and local residents.
Richard said: “Our network of local connections and their passion within the community not only keeps the club going but keeps pushing it forwards. Our partnership with Kubota UK has been paramount to our continued success, now more than ever as rising membership numbers continue to place a strain on our resources and quality of ground maintenance.”
It’s the dedication of Club Chairman, Richard Carr, supported by the team of a dozen local volunteers that has seen Thame United go from strength-to-strength, recently finishing 11th in the Evo Stik Southern League following last year’s promotion from the Hellenic Premier League Championship.
Kubota UK has been an official partner of Thame Football Partnership for a number of years, providing Richard and his team with continued support, machinery and guidance. Its B2650 compact tractor, supplied by local dealer George Browns, has been at the forefront of the grass roots sports teams’ machinery fleet, enabling the local volunteers to regularly maintain the nine pitches, including four full size adult pitches.
The compact tractor is used for a range of tasks including regular mowing of the pitches, frequent seeding and fertilising and general maintenance by the volunteers who view the work as a ‘labour of love’ for the club. With over 1,000 people on site each weekend as part of training sessions and match fixtures, it’s vital that the pitches are kept in top condition.
Richard continued: “As a partnership we are constantly learning, so being in close contact with both Kubota UK and George Browns enables us to receive practical advice whenever we need it. We couldn’t survive without this support and the loan of the tractor, it’s an essential piece of kit for us.”
This close relationship with Kubota UK is something Richard feels improves the club both on and off the pitch, helping to elevate the offering it gives its players by fool proofing its facilities for the future. The aspirations of Thame Football Partnership to continually evolve has seen it recently be granted planning permission for the construction of two new pitches, with work beginning soon so they are ready for the start of the new 2018/19 season.
Karen Tipping, Marketing Manager at Kubota UK said: “As a significant employer for the Thame community, we’re extremely proud to be a part of the Thame Football Partnership by loaning the use of our B2650 tractor, but by also providing support and advice on how it can continue to go from strength-to-strength. As a global organisation we not only focus on projects across the world but dedicate our time to working with local grass roots clubs and charities within our local community.
“This is a passion that lies at the heart of our ‘For Earth, For Life’ brand strapline, as we continue to dedicate valuable time and resources to support a wide range of grass roots sports projects, such Thame United and Thame Youth, who will be the teams of tomorrow. We look forward to working with Thame Football Partnership over the coming years and continuing to be a significant part of their success.”
