A COMPANY which employs more than 800 staff in 14 countries is sponsoring Bognor Regis Town Youth FC Under 12s.

WAIglobal UK is an aftermarket parts manufacturer and distribution/logistics company.

The team, which plays in the Saywell International (Arun and Chichester) Youth League, will benefit from a new range of training kit and equipment.

Team manager Richard Searle said: “The team is in the early years of competitive team football and so the support WAIglobal can provide will help create a real sense of team unity and support our ongoing development.

“The team have started off the season extremely well and are currently sitting at the top of the division.

“The sponsorship adds an extra boost to the season’s prospects.”

Richard Welland, WAIglobal UK managing director, said: “We’re delighted to be lending a hand to grass roots football in the local area and supporting BRTFC throughout the season.”