McQuillan Companies Announce a 3- Year Partnership with Queen’s University

Empowering Student-Athletes for Success

At the core of this partnership is our dedication to providing a robust platform for student-athletes to excel both on and off the field. By emphasizing values such as teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship, we aim to offer student-athletes in rugby, soccer, and hockey a holistic outlet to invest in their well-being alongside their academic pursuits.

Queen’s University’s Rugby, Hockey, and Soccer clubs boast a rich history of success, producing accomplished athletes. Our sponsorship will empower these university teams, providing them with enhanced resources to reach new heights in their respective sports.

John McQuillan’s Perspective

Expressing our excitement about this partnership, our Director, John McQuillan, highlighted our commitment to learning excellence and the integral role of sports within education. As a large family business, this collaboration serves as an affirmation of our dedication to nurturing and supporting the next generation of professionals. Our involvement in various sports, with staff members who have represented the university, reflects our understanding of the need for a balanced approach to learning and life.

“As a company, we are excited to embark on this journey with Queen’s Sport to support their talented student-athletes in their pursuit of excellence both on and off the pitch,” stated John McQuillan. “Sponsoring these activities further reflects our shared commitment to fostering growth, leadership, and community engagement.”

Karl Oakes Welcomes the Partnership

Karl Oakes, Head of Sport and Physical Wellbeing from Queen’s University expressed his delight in having McQuillan Companies as Priority Sports Associate Sponsors. He emphasized the significance of this 3-year partnership in providing student-athletes with the tools and opportunities to excel in both sports and academics.

“We are delighted to have McQuillan Companies on board as Priority Sports Associate Sponsors to a variety of sporting activities provided by the University,” said Karl Oakes. “This partnership is important in providing our student-athletes with the tools and opportunities they need to compete at the highest level in sports here at the University, whilst at the same time helping them excel academically.”

As part of this extensive partnership, McQuillan Companies will feature prominently as a sponsor on all team jerseys across eight teams and on advertising hoardings on the Main Arena Pitch at Upper Malone, as well as the Queen’s Soccer pitch at Upper Malone.