Scottish Rugby has announced that it has secured the biggest sponsorship deal in its history.

New kit partner, Macron, will come on board in the summer to become official kit supplier for all Scotland representative teams and the professional clubs, Edinburgh Rugby and Glasgow Warriors.

A unique part of the four-year deal will see Scottish Rugby ask supporters for their views on the new Scotland kit ahead of its launch later this summer. Scottish Rugby chief executive Mark Dodson said: "This historic deal for Scottish Rugby is very welcome news and I would like to thank Macron for joining us in this ground-breaking partnership.

"The new deal will start on 1 July when our existing agreement with Canterbury of New Zealand comes to an end. I thank Canterbury for all their support of Scottish Rugby. "Today is about welcoming Macron and looking forward to a long and fruitful partnership which will benefit our sport, on the international, top-level and community playing fields and for our supporters who pull on the shirt and share that pride.

"Listening to Chris Paterson, one of Scottish Rugby's all time-greats, I was struck by his view that he was really only 'borrowing' the jersey. There were great players who had worn it in the past and, we all hope, greats who will wear it in the future.

"But the jersey itself belongs to the nation and that's why we want to involve our supporters in what their team will be wearing."

HAVE YOUR SAY IN DESIGNING THE KIT...

Late October saw Macron Store Gloucester open up Bangor City of the Welsh Premier Leagues very own Online Clubshop.

Club members & supporters a like now have the opportunity to purchase club items in the comfort of their own surroundings with delivery direct to your door.

City Chairman Dilwyn Jones stated he is confident that it will be a hit with the supporters and had this to add:

"We at Bangor City want to make it as easy as possible for fans to buy City merchandise and so we're delighted that the Macron Gloucester outlet was able to set up this new online shop for us.

In addition to offering high-quality products at reasonable prices, working with Macron allows us to sell a wide range of official Bangor City products, such as polo shirts and training gear, as well as the ever-popular famous blue shirt.

As Macron also handle payments and postage for us, fans can also now be sure of getting the item they want, when they want it"

Launched in plenty of time for the Christmas shopping spree, the new store can be found at http://macronstoregloucester.com/bangorcityfc or through bangorcityfc.com

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Macron continue there assault on football clubs by adding Italian giants Lazio to there ranks.

After spending 14 years with there previous kit supplier Puma, it was never going to be a easy task to tempt Lazio away, but Macron defying all odds again as they continue there stomp on gathering large european football clubs. Lazio join other italian clubs like champions league team SSC Napoli, in commiting to Macron believing that the way forward for them is to join Macron and progress together.

As kit suppliers Macron strides made over recent months has proven the lengths and support we are going to provide clubs with outstanding teamwear, in match kit and training/leisurewear.

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Charlton Atheltic have now not only sealed promotion but have done in style as League 1 Champions. Seeing his side crowned League One champions on Saturday, Chris Powell was happy to once again heap praise on his title-winning players.

Powell's men reached 97 points with two games remaining after their 2-1 victory over Wycombe Wanderers at The Valley.

Powell told the onlooking press that at every possible pivotal juncture, his side had performed, and it was that which had won League One.

"Basically, we needed a good start," he said. "With seven players making their debut [against AFC Bournemouth&91;, that was important.

"Then we followed it up with two wins away at Notts County and Colchester United, and I just thought 'they've got a chance'.

"Of course, we needed to keep it up. We drew with Scunthorpe United after being 2-0 up, and maybe a couple of people were thinking 'hmm, maybe not'.

"But I think we just kept going, and during October and November we had great months where we beat Preston North End, beat Hartlepool United, Carlisle United and Wycombe Wanderers, and it just kept going.

"I just felt we were evolving into a team that could definitely finish in the top six, but you've got to go out there and do it."

In his first full season in management, Powell made the bold decision to completely revamp his squad by bringing in 24 players to the club this season.

His decision was justified as Powell's signings found a balance and wasted no time in winning games.

Throughout the campaign, the manager has consistently highlighted the importance of his squad players, and he reemphasised that point following the club's title clinching victory over Wycombe.

"A lot of players have made a big difference to us this year," the Charlton manager said. "It's been a real team effort and I suppose the Sheffield week [wins against United and Wednesday in eight days&91; was pivotal.

"But then you just look at loads of key games, such as Oldham Athletic away - that showed me. To start with 11 and end with nine men doesn't happen too often.

"To win that games game with nine men just showed me that we had a spirit that just couldn't be broken this season.

"Whenever we were breached, we answered back, At Stevenage, at Leyton Orient, and after the week against Colchester United where lost our home record and then had a shock against Notts County. They answered back again, and I think it's a real testament to my players.

"They've been tremendous - I've got to give them credit," Chris added. "They have got to enjoy this moment, they've got to be proud of themselves and one another. This is a really special club that has had a special season."

It's no surprise that many are already looking to next season and wondering just how much of a force the Addicks could be in the Championship.

And the Addicks manager was keen to make sure that the club, his club, retains its own identity and rebuilds its reputation.

"We can't change what Norwich City did and what Southampton are on verge of doing - it's tremendous," said Powell when asked whether Charlton could make an immediate challenge for promotion to the Premier League.

"They are Norwich City, they are Southampton - we are Charlton Athletic. We do what we do and I won't say we are going for this or that.

"I want us to consolidate. I want us to be a Championship club. We've had too much of trying to reach for the stars and not getting anywhere near them.

"The last seven years have been tough for everyone and it's about time we were realistic with ourselves.

"We had that moment with Alan Curbishley, and people were talking about how far he could take us.

"I know it's in hindsight and looking back in our history but let's try to move forward now. This is a big moment for us - it really is.

"I want us to go up to the Championship and see what happens. If we are having a great season, we will take that; if we are having a season where it's consolidation, then we will take that as well.

"If it's a season where it's not so good, then we will do our best to make sure we can improve.

"It's about savouring our moment, savouring what we've done this year and seeing what happens with us next year. It's just a great moment for us and we are all looking forward to next season."