The Hunter Sports Group (prev Tinkler Sports Group) is a world leading sports management organisation responsible for the administration and development of some of Australia’s best sporting teams and events.
Nathan Tinkler created the Hunter Sports Group because of a profound belief in the benefits that flow from and the social dividend derived from having families involved in sports at all levels. All children should have the opportunity to participate in and aspire to play for their town and their region in the best competitions in the nation. Nathan also has a desire to ensure that families can afford to regularly attend major sporting events.
In September 2010 Hunter Sports Group* purchased the Newcastle Jets Football Club license from the FFA to operate a football team in the A-League competition. In November 2010, Hunter Sports Group* brought David Beckham and the LA Galaxy exclusively to Newcastle for a one off fixture against the Newcastle Jets. This was the sole worldwide fixture for LA Galaxy’s end of season tour in 2010. In October 2010 the Newcastle Jets hosted a community day where over 10,000 fans were admitted for free to the Jets’ A-League fixture against the Melbourne Heart. Hunter Sports Group has also arranged cheaper ticketing options for Jets fans, including a family pass for 11 home games in reserved grandstand seating for $100.
Hunter Sports Group intends to bring to Newcastle special events. Hunter Sports Group recently announced the acquisition of three netball test matches featuring the Diamonds to be held at Newcastle Entertainment Centre over the next three years. In February 2011 Hunter Sports Group* became the major sponsor of the Legendary Pacific Coast Pro, Newcastle’s premier women’s surfing even, for the next five years.
Hunter Sports Group is committed to ensuring Newcastle has successful and viable sporting teams in a range of national sporting competitions and believes that sport should always play an important part in the lives of children.
* Previously Tinkler Sports Group at time of announcement
Hunter Sports Group – 1 Tudor Street, Newcastle, NSW 2300
T: +61 2 4979 7600, F: +61 2 4979 7699
info@huntersportsgroup.com
www.huntersportsgroup.com
