MatchPoint Wins Internationally Renowned State of Origin Series

MatchPoint, has secured an eighth consecutive contract with Queensland Rugby League (QRL). The new agreement will see MatchPoint continue as official corporate hospitality specialists of the QRL for the State of Origin matches held in Brisbane.

“State against State. Mate against Mate” was the phrase coined for the rugby league series, which pits regular team mates against one another as they represent their states, New South Wales and Queensland. It is considered one of the highest levels of rugby league competition in the world.

Throughout their tenure with the QRL, MatchPoint’s international expertise has contributed to a significant growth in the hospitality revenue stream for the Game; demonstrating MatchPoint’s unique ability to service a large geographical area of Australia via their offices in Sydney and Melbourne.

MatchPoint will continue to manage sales and delivery of official corporate hospitality both onsite and offsite at Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium.

Neil Cunningham, Group Managing Director of MatchPoint said: “We are delighted that MatchPoint’s relationship with the QRL is continuing for another year. Our enduring partnership is testament to our unique position as global industry experts in corporate hospitality. Our sales and marketing plans are currently on track to deliver the targeted revenue for the game in 2013.”

Rob Moore, Chief Executive Officer of QRL added: “Since 2005 MatchPoint has consistently delivered for rugby league in hospitality sales and event management. Through our partnership, we have been able to produce a high standard of entertainment for our guests and fans and we look forward to continuing this working relationship in the next year.”