Georgia Natural Gas ® Signs on as Official Natural Gas Provider for Rugby ATL and Rugby ATL Foundation

 ATLANTA–May 10, 2023–At its halfway point in the 2023 season, Atlanta’s Major League Rugby team, Rugby ATL, announces new official team partners and sponsors to support its mission of promoting rugby in Atlanta and beyond. Georgia Natural Gas ® has joined as the Official Natural Gas Provider for Rugby ATL and the Rugby ATL Foundation. A collection of local, national, and international sponsors have also joined on in support of Rugby ATL, including the University of Wollongong, Post Meridiem Spirit Company, Tito’s Handmade Vodka, and Wintergreen. DoubleTree by Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Dunwoody has joined as the Official Hotel Partner. Café I Am has become the exclusive catering partner for the Terrapin Terrance and traditional post-match player meal.

“We couldn’t be more excited about our new partnership with Rugby ATL and the Rugby ATL Foundation,” says Aimee Henderson, Director, Retail Marketing and Branding for Georgia Natural Gas ® (GNG). “GNG and Rugby ATL are deeply embedded in our community and strive to improve Atlanta. Rugby ATL’s relentlessness on the pitch has inspired us to be bold.  That’s why every time Rugby ATL wins a match in their 2023 season, GNG will offset one ton of carbon emissions from the atmosphere through our Greener Life® program. And with their four wins to date, we are already up to four tons of offset emissions.”

“Rugby is the ultimate team sport, and just like on the pitch, Rugby ATL relies on committed and enthusiastic teammates from our community. We’re thankful to our new partners for sharing our vision to expand the game of rugby in Atlanta and surrounding areas,” said Rugby ATL President Amanda Windsor White. “Our sponsors’ support enables us to continue with our signature aggressive and competitive style on the pitch and provide a top-notch fan experience for the people of Atlanta—teamwork at its finest.”

ABOUT RUGBY ATL: Founded in 2019, Rugby ATL is Atlanta’s professional rugby team and part of Major League Rugby. Led by the values of PACE—People, Accountability, Create Change and Execution—Rugby ATL aims to develop leaders and citizens in the community and champions on the pitch. The team’s Rugby ATL Foundation strives to impact the community, empower youth, and provide cultural and athletic education using the game of rugby and its core values. Rugby ATL is headquartered in Marietta and plays matches at Silverbacks Park. Tickets and hospitality for the 2023 season are available at: https://rugbyatl.rugby/.

ABOUT MAJOR LEAGUE RUGBY: Major League Rugby is a professional sports league entering its sixth season, representing the highest rugby competition in North America. The League evolved from seven teams in 2018 to twelve in 2023, featuring eleven from the United States and one from Canada. Matches are televised on Fox Sports, among other national and local market platforms. Select matches are available to stream live in North America on The Rugby Network, and all matches are available on The Rugby Network for international fans. MLR prides itself in fostering intense and high-stakes competition while bringing together a passionate community built on the values of respect, Inclusivity, and Tradition. For more information about MLR, visit www.MajorLeague.Rugby.

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