Cork City Sports is delighted to announce the renewal of its valued sponsorship partnership with SuperValu and Centra for the 72nd Cork City Sports International Athletics Meet, which will take place at the MTU Athletics Stadium on Wednesday, 8th July 2026.
For many years, SuperValu and Centra have been proud supporters of Cork City Sports and have played a key role in helping the event maintain its position as one of Ireland’s premier athletics meetings. Their continued support of the prestigious Men’s and Women’s 100m events has become an important part of the Cork City Sports story, helping to attract world-class athletes to Cork while inspiring the next generation of local athletes.
The 100m sprint remains one of the most anticipated events on the programme each year, regularly featuring Olympians, World Championship competitors and some of the fastest athletes from around the globe. Through their sponsorship, Musgrave and SuperValu have helped ensure that Cork spectators continue to enjoy elite international athletics on their doorstep.
Speaking on behalf of Cork City Sports, President Frank Walley welcomed the renewal of the partnership:“We are extremely grateful to SuperValu and Centra for their continued commitment to Cork City Sports. Their support over many years has been instrumental in the growth and success of our event. The 100m races are always among the highlights of the evening and having a trusted Cork-based organisation such as SuperValu and Centra associated with these events is something we greatly value.”
As one of Ireland’s leading retailers and a company with deep roots in the Cork community, SuperValu and Centra share Cork City Sports’ commitment to supporting local communities, encouraging healthy lifestyles and promoting sporting excellence.
The 2026 meeting promises another exciting evening of international athletics, with elite athletes from Ireland and around the world expected to compete at the MTU Athletics Stadium. The continued backing of partners such as SuperValu and Centra helps ensure that Cork City Sports can continue to provide a world-class sporting spectacle for athletes and spectators alike.
Cork City Sports looks forward to welcoming athletes, supporters and sponsors to MTU Athletics Stadium on Wednesday, 8th July 2026, for what promises to be another memorable night of international athletics.
