A local family-run business is backing the Wellington Phoenix academy as it starts an exciting new era.
Holmes Construction, which has had a presence in the greater Wellington region for the best part of seven decades, has signed on as the major partner of the Phoenix academy.
Established in Wairarapa in 1957, the company is now run by the third generation of the Holmes family and has offices in Greytown, Petone and Christchurch.
As part of the partnership, Holmes Construction is the new front-of-shirt sponsor for the men’s and women’s reserves teams for the 2025 winter season and the National League Championship which follows in spring.
Holmes Construction managing director Ben Holmes is proud to be partnering with the Wellington Phoenix academy and supporting the men’s and women’s reserve teams.
“As a family-owned business with a proud history in the region, we value the development of local talent and the strong community spirit these teams embody,” Holmes said.
“As a team, Holmes values being a part of our local community and supporting local.
“We look forward to cheering the Wellington Phoenix academy on throughout the season and wish them every success.”
The Phoenix reserve teams play their home matches at Fraser Park, the new Home of the Wellington Phoenix, with the club having recently taken over operation of the Ricoh Sports Centre.
Wellington Phoenix general manager David Dome is thrilled to have partnered with Holmes Construction.
“Ben Holmes and his team at Holmes Construction are leaders in their field and are passionately local,” Dome said.
“We know their work first-hand having been tenants at the world-class New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport since it opened in 2022.
“Together we’re looking forward to taking the academy to a new level and making it a major events hub in the Hutt Valley.”
About Holmes Construction
Holmes Construction is a leading construction company with deep connection in the Wellington region. Founded in Greytown in 1957 and now managed by the third generation of the Holmes family, the company has grown to become a significant contributor to the region’s development, with offices in both Greytown, Petone and Waitaha, Christchurch. With nearly 70 years of experience, Holmes Construction has a proven track record of delivering high-quality construction solutions throughout the Wellington area, encompassing everything from bespoke private residences to large-scale commercial and industrial developments.
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