South African Hockey is proud to announce the renewal of its long-standing partnership with Tayla Sportswear, extending their role as the official apparel sponsor of the South African Indoor Hockey Men and Women through to the 2029 FIH Indoor Hockey World Cup.
The partnership, which began in 2012, stands as one of the most enduring and trusted apparel relationships in South African sport. Over the past 13 years, Tayla Sportswear has been an integral part of the identity and performance of both national indoor teams, walking alongside them through many of the sport’s defining moments.
Reflecting on the extension, SA Hockey CEO Phiko Mbuqe highlighted the significance of the partnership:
“Tayla Sportswear has been more than a supplier; they have been a trusted partner in our growth, our identity, and our success. Their belief in South African Indoor Hockey has helped us reach new heights on the world stage. Renewing this partnership until 2029 reflects our shared ambition and our confidence in the future of indoor hockey in South Africa.”
The renewed agreement arrives at an exciting time for the sport. The SA Women’s Indoor Hockey Team famously reached the semi-finals of the 2023 Indoor World Cup, capturing the imagination of the nation, while the SA Men secured a historic bronze medal in Croatia in 2025, marking their best-ever global finish. Tayla Sportswear has been proudly behind both teams throughout these achievements.
Simon Martin, CEO of Tayla Sportswear, expressed his enthusiasm about continuing the partnership:
“Our journey with SA Hockey began over a decade ago, and it has been a privilege to support teams that represent the nation with such passion and pride. We are thrilled to extend our partnership through to the next Indoor World Cup cycle and continue delivering innovative, performance-driven apparel for both the athletes and the fans.”
As anticipation builds for the 2025 Nkosi Cup in Cape Town, SA Hockey is excited to confirm that official replica kits from the new Tayla Sportswear range will be available for purchase at the event. Fans can secure their place at South Africa’s premier indoor hockey showcase now, Nkosi Cup tickets are officially on sale available through the SA Hockey Fan app, website or directly on itickets.co.za. Stay tuned to our social media channels for giveaway opportunities as well.
This extension marks a commitment to lifting indoor hockey for both South African players and supporters.
